Government benefits · MSME

CGTMSE: collateral-free loan guarantee up to ₹5Cr

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CGTMSE (Credit Guarantee Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises) guarantees loans to MSMEs from banks without the business owner providing collateral or third-party guarantee. The guarantee is given to the bank, you approach the bank for the loan, they apply to CGTMSE for the guarantee.

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Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises | SIDBI + MoMSME

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Coverage: Up to 75-85% of the loan amount (higher for women-owned, NE states, micro enterprises). Max loan: ₹5Cr. Tenure: Up to 10 years for term loans. Annual guarantee fee: 0.37-1.35% per year (charged to the borrower by the bank), this is how CGTMSE is funded. Fee is higher for larger loans and lower risk categories. How to access: Approach any bank for an MSME loan. Tell them you want it under CGTMSE. Banks that are CGTMSE member lenders will apply for the guarantee on your behalf.

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