The Udyogini scheme is a flagship initiative launched by the Government of Karnataka to provide financial assistance to women entrepreneurs and promote their participation in the state's economic development.

Women entrepreneurs aged between 18-55 years and belonging to families below the poverty line are eligible to apply for the scheme.

The maximum loan amount that can be availed under the scheme is Rs. 50,000 for the manufacturing sector and Rs. 2,00,000 for the service sector.

The interest rate for loans availed under the Udyogini scheme is 6%.

The repayment period for loans availed under the Udyogini scheme is 36 months, which includes a moratorium period of 6 months.

There is no processing fee for loans availed under the Udyogini scheme.

Yes, women entrepreneurs who have already availed of loans from other sources can apply for the Udyogini scheme.

Yes, women entrepreneurs from urban areas can also apply for the Udyogini scheme.

There is no age limit for co-applicants in the Udyogini scheme.

Women entrepreneurs can apply for the Udyogini scheme by filling up the application form available at the District Industries Centers (DICs) or at the Karnataka State Finance Corporation (KSFC).

The documents required for applying to the Udyogini scheme include a duly filled application form, passport-sized photographs, identity proof, address proof, BPL certificate, educational qualification certificate, and project report.

No, currently, there is no provision for applying for the Udyogini scheme online.

The selection process for availing loans under the Udyogini scheme involves scrutiny of applications by the DICs and KSFC, followed by verification of the applicant's credentials, and personal interviews.

Loans are generally sanctioned within 15 days of the completion of the application process.