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An NBFC's plain-English roundup of CGTMSE, MUDRA, PMEGP, SISFS and other government schemes in one place, from a lender who actually processes applications against these schemes rather than just summarising government press releases.

Top Government Schemes for Startups & MSMEs in India (2026)

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  • Covers CGTMSE, MUDRA, PMEGP and SISFS side by side with eligibility notes.
  • Explains which schemes route through banks/NBFCs versus direct government application.
  • Useful as a first-pass filter before deep-diving into any single scheme.
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Answers Do I need MSME/Udyam registration for my D2C brand, and what does it actually get me? What is the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) and can my D2C brand apply? Are there government loan schemes (CGTMSE, MUDRA, PMEGP) I should know about before going to a bank?
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