Prime Small Enterprise Empowerment and Development (SEED) Scheme

The Prime Small Enterprise Empowerment and Development (SEED) Scheme operates under the Chief Minister’s ELEVATE Program, administered by the Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya. It is designed to support entrepreneurship among young people and promote balanced development across the state. The scheme offers financial assistance to individuals and unregistered entities seeking to start new small businesses or expand current operations.

The programme addresses the absence of institutional backing for the unorganised sector and other underserved business activities in Meghalaya. These enterprises have contributed meaningfully to the local economy but have largely functioned outside the formal financial system. By focusing on these segments, the scheme aims to bring informal businesses into the formal fold, improve their operational efficiency, and generate sustainable livelihoods. The initiative seeks to strengthen local entrepreneurs and support the state’s broader goals of economic growth and job creation.

The SEED Scheme application is conducted entirely online via the MeghalayaOne portal, which is open to all eligible residents and entities in the state.

- **Step 1: Citizen Registration for Member ID.** New users begin by visiting the official website and selecting the "Registration for New User" section. Applicants must review all instructions carefully before continuing. - **Step 2: Authentication ID Selection.** During registration, the applicant chooses an authentication ID from options including PDS (Ration Card) or Election Photo ID Card (EPIC). - **Step 3: Identity Verification.** The applicant enters the chosen card number and selects their name from the displayed list for verification. If the details match, they are accepted; otherwise, manual entry and validation of the EPIC number are necessary. - **Step 4: Application Form Completion (New Users).** Following successful validation, the applicant completes the detailed application form, supplying all required personal and project-related information. Supporting documents—typically covering proof of residency, age, experience, and project details—must be uploaded. A complete review of all entered data is essential before final submission. Once submitted, a unique application number is issued for future reference. - **Step 5: Sign-In for Existing Users/Submissions.** Existing users or those filing subsequent applications can sign in using their mobile number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID. - **Step 6: Accessing Services/Scheme.** After logging in, applicants select "Apply for Services/Scheme" to start or resume an application. - **Step 7: Final Application Submission.** As with the new user process, all required fields are completed, documents are uploaded, and information is reviewed prior to final submission. The online portal handles the entire procedure, offering convenience to entrepreneurs in Meghalaya applying for this scheme.