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Published on: Jul 30, 2026

Samruddhi Scheme

Samruddhi scheme is a unique initiative from the Social Welfare Department of Government of Karnataka. Samruddhi Scheme serves as an enabler to the socially disadvantaged youth and women to take up entrepreneurial activities and promote self-employment. Through this scheme, Government of Karnataka aims to collaborate, create a partnership with potential companies, and thereby promote 25,000 entrepreneurs in the State for three years. This will be done by facilitating access to ready to do business models, franchise, dealerships and other self-employment based ventures in the State.

The objective of Samruddhi Scheme

This scheme aims to create Industry Oriented Enterprise by enabling the SC/ST communitythrough entrepreneurship and skill training.

Features of Samruddhi Scheme

The feature of Samruddhi Scheme is explained in detail below:
  • Samruddhi Scheme enables the socio-economic empowerment of the SC and ST communities in Karnataka
  • Increasing employment in the state through various entrepreneurship and skill training
  • A supply gap of 3.1 lakh persons as per the Karnataka Skill Gap Report for Industrial Manpower
  • This scheme will be beneficial for Citizens of Karnataka because 24/% of populations constitutes of SC & ST communities
  • This Scheme is formulated to make Karnataka the top state for the number of SC/ST enterprises

Impact of Samruddhi Scheme

Samruddhi Scheme will create thousands of employment opportunities by being a catalyst between a corporate and beneficiaries thereby creating a conducive ecosystem to roll out tried and tested successful business models in Karnataka resulting in increased income levels and improved the standard of living. Image 1 Samruddhi Scheme Image 1 Samruddhi Scheme

Benefits of Samruddhi Scheme

As mentioned above, the applicant can apply for self-employment or franchise assistance under Samruddhi Scheme:

Benefits to Beneficiaries

The benefit for enrolling Samruddhi Scheme is described in detail below:
  • Under this scheme, Government of Karnataka provides an initial capital up to 10 lakhs with training and overall capacity building to carry out chosen business activities
  • Samruddhi Scheme is a conductive ecosystem to kick-start the own enterprise
  • Continued mentorship and support to face roadblocks that may arise and create a robust, sustainable business enterprise

Benefits to Franchisors

The benefit for enrolling Samruddhi Scheme is described in detail below:
  • Samruddhi Scheme is a fantastic opportunity to venture into new markets and reach new customer segment with virtually no additional cost
  • The Prospect of increasing the market share through new Franchises or Dealerships
  • Samruddhi Scheme is assisting in identifying potential entrepreneurs especially in Tier 2, and Tier 3 cites that further results in saving of cost, time and effort

Business under Samruddhi Scheme

The applicant can apply Samruddhi Scheme for the following type Business:
  • Hardware and Garments
  • Entertainment and Retail
  • Food and Beverages
  • Health and Fitness
  • Agriculture and Automobiles
  • Wellness and Beauty
  • Electricals and Mobiles
  • Logistics and Counter Service
  • Watches, Luggage and Footwear
  • Dairy Products
  • Education, Books and Stationary
  • Home Appliances and Hospitality

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for Samruddhi Scheme are explained in detail below:

Eligibility Criteria – Applicant

  • Age of the applicant should be minimum 21 years
  • Applicant must qualify SSLC
  • An applicant must be a permanent resident of Karnataka
  • The applicant must belong SC/ST community

Eligibility Criteria for Empanelment of Firms

  • The company should be registered in India
  • The company should provide a franchise/dealership opportunity
  • The firm should have a strong brand and market presence for at least three years
  • The firm should have a minimum of ten franchisee/dealership
  • The firm needs to provide marketing training to the entrepreneurs

Documents Required for Beneficiary

Documents required for registering as a beneficiary under the Samruddhi Scheme is explained in detail below:

Documents Required for Franchisor

Documents required for enrolling Samruddhi Scheme as Franchisor is explained in detail below:
  • Registered documents of the organisation, entity or firm to be submitted
  • Permanent Account number of Organization / TIN / GST - self-attested photocopy
  • Chartered Accountant certified documents
  • Self-certification that any Government Organization has never blacklisted entity
  • Number of Franchisee/ Dealership proposed in Karnataka

Samruddhi Scheme Application Procedure

The application procedure for Samruddhi Scheme is explained in step-step by procedure here: Step 1: To apply for Samruddhi Scheme, you need to access the home page of the Social Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka. Step 2: Select the New Samruddhi option from the home page. By clicking on this, the link will redirect to a new page of Samruddhi Scheme online web portal. Image 2 Samruddhi Scheme Image 2 Samruddhi Scheme Beneficiary application for Samruddhi Scheme Step 3: In this new portal, select the option Register as a beneficiary to get the benefits of  Samruddhi Scheme. Image 3 Samruddhi Scheme Image 3 Samruddhi Scheme Step 4: Beneficiary application for Samruddhi Scheme will be displayed. You need to provide the following details:
  • Applicant's Full Name
  • Gender and Address
  • Mobile Number
  • Date Of Birth
  • Caste and Sub Caste
  • Annual Income Of Family
  • Segment Of Business
  • Proposed Location details
Step 5: After providing the required information, you need to attach documents as described above. Image 4 Samruddhi Scheme Image 4 Samruddhi Scheme Step 6: Once the documents are submitted, you can apply by clicking on the submit button.

Application Form for Empanelment Of Franchisors For Samruddhi Scheme

Step 3: From Samruddhi portal, select Register as a corporate to get the benefits of Samruddhi Scheme. Image 5 Samruddhi Scheme Image 5 Samruddhi Scheme Step 4: Application Form for Empanelment of Franchisors for Samruddhi Scheme will be displayed. You need to provide the following details: Image 6 Samruddhi Scheme Image 6 Samruddhi Scheme
  • Name of Organization
  • Promoter/ Director/ Partner
  • Year of Establishment
  • Total number Employees
  • Contact Person and Designation
  • Correspondence address
  • Business Segment
  • Email ID & Website URL
  • Business Name & Organization Status
  • Criteria for selection of each of the Franchise/ Dealers
  • Benefits to be extended by Franchisees/ Dealers/entity
  • Franchisee/ Dealership Total Investment
  • Expected ROI to Franchisee/ Dealership
Image 7 Samruddhi Scheme Image 7 Samruddhi Scheme Step 5: After providing the required information, you need to attach documents as described above. Image 8 Samruddhi Scheme Image 8 Samruddhi Scheme Step 6: Once the documents are submitted, you can submit an application by clicking on the submit button. Step 7: The application form for Samruddhi scheme will be scrutinised by the Social Welfare Department. Once the application is found suitable for Samruddhi Scheme, the benefits will be provided to the applicant or firm.

Training for Franchisee

The selected company should have to provide the following type of benefits to Franchisees, Dealers, entity
  • Franchise / Dealer Authorization
  • Branding & Promotion Materials
  • Interiors & Facility Setups
  • Training
  • Software & Systems
  • Skilled Staff)
  • Promotion & Business Development)
  • Supply of Company Products and Materials
  • Minimum assurance of returns
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Samruddhi Scheme: Empowering SC/ST Entrepreneurs in Karnataka.

The main objective of the Samruddhi Scheme is to create industry-oriented enterprises by enabling the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities in Karnataka through entrepreneurship and skill training. It aims to promote self-employment and increase employment opportunities for these disadvantaged communities in the state.
To be eligible for the Samruddhi Scheme, the applicant must be a permanent resident of Karnataka, belong to the SC or ST community, be at least 21 years old, and have qualified for the SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) examination.
Under the Samruddhi Scheme, beneficiaries can receive an initial capital of up to ₹10 lakhs from the Government of Karnataka, along with training and overall capacity building to carry out their chosen business activities. They will also receive continued mentorship and support to establish a robust and sustainable business enterprise.
Companies or firms registered in India that provide franchise or dealership opportunities can enroll in the Samruddhi Scheme. They should have a strong brand presence and market experience of at least three years, with a minimum of ten existing franchisees or dealerships.
The Samruddhi Scheme offers franchisors an opportunity to venture into new markets and reach new customer segments with virtually no additional cost. It also assists in identifying potential entrepreneurs, especially in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, thereby saving time, cost, and effort in expanding their network.
The Samruddhi Scheme covers a wide range of business sectors, including hardware and garments, entertainment and retail, food and beverages, health and fitness, agriculture and automobiles, wellness and beauty, electricals and mobiles, logistics and counter services, watches, luggage and footwear, dairy products, education, books and stationery, home appliances, and hospitality.
To apply as a beneficiary for the Samruddhi Scheme, one needs to access the Social Welfare Department's website of the Government of Karnataka, select the "New Samruddhi" option, and register as a beneficiary. The application process involves providing personal details, caste and income information, and attaching the required documents.
Firms enrolling in the Samruddhi Scheme need to provide their registered documents, Permanent Account Number (PAN), Chartered Accountant certified documents, self-certification of not being blacklisted by any government organization, and the proposed number of franchisees or dealerships in Karnataka.
Yes, the Samruddhi Scheme requires the selected companies to provide various benefits to franchisees, dealers, or entities, including franchise or dealer authorization, branding and promotion materials, interior and facility setups, training, software and systems, skilled staff, promotion and business development, supply of company products and materials, and a minimum assurance of returns.
The Samruddhi Scheme is expected to create thousands of employment opportunities by acting as a catalyst between corporations and beneficiaries, creating a conducive ecosystem for rolling out tried and tested successful business models in Karnataka. This will lead to increased income levels and an improved standard of living for the SC and ST communities in the state.