What do you get under Laghu Udyami Yojana?
A grant of up to ₹2 lakh for a small business, paid in three instalments (25%, 50% and 25% of the project cost).
Applications open only in yearly windows announced by the Industries Department; check the portal before you go to a cyber cafe.
Who is eligible for Laghu Udyami Yojana?
- Bihar residents aged 18 to 50 with a Bihar address on the Aadhaar card.
- Family income below ₹6,000 a month, shown by an income certificate from the competent authority.
- One person per family (husband, wife and unmarried children count as one family).
- Not a beneficiary of Mukhyamantri Udyami Yojana.
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- Selection is by computerised lottery each year; 20% of applicants go on a waiting list.
- The next instalment comes only after the previous one is used.
Documents needed for Laghu Udyami Yojana
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How to apply for Laghu Udyami Yojana
- When applications open, register on laghuudyami.bihar.gov.in with your Aadhaar number and OTP.
- Choose a project from the approved list and submit the form.
- If selected in the lottery, complete training and receive the first 25%.
How to check Laghu Udyami Yojana status
- Log in on laghuudyami.bihar.gov.in with Aadhaar and OTP to see selection and instalment status.
Never share an OTP with a caller or a message. Official portals end in .gov.in.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Laghu Udyami Yojana?
Bihar residents aged 18 to 50 with a Bihar address on the Aadhaar card. Family income below ₹6,000 a month, shown by an income certificate from the competent authority. One person per family (husband, wife and unmarried children count as one family). Not a beneficiary of Mukhyamantri Udyami Yojana.
How much do I get under Laghu Udyami Yojana?
A grant of up to ₹2 lakh for a small business, paid in three instalments (25%, 50% and 25% of the project cost). Applications open only in yearly windows announced by the Industries Department; check the portal before you go to a cyber cafe.
What documents do I need for Laghu Udyami Yojana?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Income certificate; Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo; Mobile number for OTP.
How do I apply for Laghu Udyami Yojana?
When applications open, register on laghuudyami.bihar.gov.in with your Aadhaar number and OTP. Choose a project from the approved list and submit the form. If selected in the lottery, complete training and receive the first 25%. Official site: https://laghuudyami.bihar.gov.in/
How do I check Laghu Udyami Yojana status?
Log in on laghuudyami.bihar.gov.in with Aadhaar and OTP to see selection and instalment status.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Laghu Udyami Yojana?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
Who can get ₹2 lakh under Laghu Udyami Yojana?
A Bihar resident aged 18 to 50 whose family earns below ₹6,000 a month, with an income certificate to prove it. Only one person per family.
Is the ₹2 lakh a loan?
No, it is a grant paid in three parts: 25%, 50% and 25% of the project cost, each after using the previous part.
Official sources
- Industries Department resolution, 16 January 2024: Bihar Laghu Udyami Yojana and guidelines
- Bihar Laghu Udyami Yojana portal, Govt of Bihar
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.