Govt Unveils ₹100 Cr Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs
In a significant move to bolster the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME) manufacturing sector, the Indian government has introduced a Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS-MSME) with a corpus of ₹100 crore. This initiative aims to enhance credit availability for MSMEs, facilitating the acquisition of essential equipment and machinery without the need for collateral.
The MCGS-MSME offers 60% guarantee coverage through the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC) to Member Lending Institutions (MLIs) for loans up to ₹100 crore. Eligible MSMEs must possess a valid Udyam Registration Number. Notably, while the total project cost can exceed ₹100 crore, at least 75% of the loan amount should be allocated for purchasing equipment and machinery. For loans up to ₹50 crore, borrowers are granted a repayment period of up to eight years, including a two-year moratorium. Loans exceeding ₹50 crore may have extended repayment and moratorium periods. An upfront fee of 5% of the loan amount is required upon application.
This scheme aligns with the ‘Make in India’ initiative by empowering MSMEs to modernize their manufacturing capabilities, thereby enhancing productivity and competitiveness. By facilitating easier access to credit for machinery and equipment purchases, the government aims to increase the manufacturing sector’s contribution to India’s GDP from the current 17% to 25%, as envisioned in the Union Budget 2024-25.
The MSME sector is pivotal in generating employment, promoting entrepreneurship, and contributing to economic growth. By introducing the MCGS-MSME, the government addresses a critical challenge faced by these enterprises—access to affordable credit. This move is expected to stimulate investment in modern machinery, enhance operational efficiency, and position Indian MSMEs to compete more effectively in global markets.
| Key Points | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | The government launched a ₹100 crore Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS-MSME) to boost the MSME manufacturing sector by easing access to credit for equipment and machinery purchases. It provides 60% guarantee through NCGTC for loans up to ₹100 crore, supporting ‘Make in India’ and MSME growth. |
| Scheme Name | Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme (MCGS-MSME) |
| Corpus | ₹100 crore |
| Guarantee Coverage | 60% through NCGTC |
| Maximum Loan Amount | ₹100 crore |
| Eligibility | MSMEs with a valid Udyam Registration Number |
| Fund Utilization | At least 75% of loan for equipment and machinery purchase |
| Repayment Period | Up to 8 years (for loans up to ₹50 crore) |
| Moratorium Period | 2 years (for loans up to ₹50 crore); extended for higher loans |
| Upfront Fee | 5% of loan amount |
| Implemented by | National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC) |
| Linked Initiative | ‘Make in India’ |
| Current MSME Sector Contribution to GDP | 17% (Target: 25%) |
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