Reimbursement of membership in Government promoted E-Commerce Portals
National SC-ST Hub · Central government
Financial assistance for SC/ST-owned MSEs, reimbursing up to 80% (max ₹25,000) of annual membership fees for government e-commerce portals like GeM, e-khadi, and MSME Mart.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Up to ₹25,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
This scheme offers financial support to Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) operated by Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) entrepreneurs. Its objective is to improve their market reach by covering the cost of joining government-backed online marketplaces, including GeM, e-khadi, TRIFED, Tribes India, and MSME Mart.
The assistance reimburses 80% of the membership fee, capped at ₹25,000 per financial year, whichever is lower. This applies to both fresh enrolments and membership renewals.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Sole proprietorship, Partnership firm, Private limited company, Limited liability partnership
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Required
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not required
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Not restricted
- SC/ST entrepreneurs must hold more than 51% shareholding in the Micro or Small Enterprise (MSE). - The enterprise must be registered as an MSE. - Applicant must possess a Udyam Registration. - Applicant must have a PAN card. - Applicant must hold a Caste Certificate. - Applicant must provide proof of payment for the e-commerce portal membership.
How to apply
- Obtain the application form from the National SC-ST Hub website at scsthub.in, with a direct link provided on the scheme page. - Complete the form, furnishing details of your enterprise and the e-commerce portal membership for which reimbursement is claimed. - Assemble the necessary paperwork: Udyam Registration, PAN card, Caste Certificate, shareholding evidence (for partnership, Pvt. Ltd, or LLP entities), and payment proof for the e-commerce portal membership. - Enclose all documents and submit the filled application as instructed by the National SC-ST Hub, either through the portal or by post or in-person, depending on the specified mode. - The Hub will examine your claim and release the reimbursement directly into your enterprise's bank account.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for this scheme?
MSEs in which SC/ST entrepreneurs hold more than 51% shareholding are eligible, provided the applicant holds a valid Udyam Registration.
Which e-commerce portals are covered?
GeM (Government e-Marketplace), e-khadi, TRIFED, Tribes India, and MSME Mart are all eligible for both new memberships and renewals under the scheme.
How much can I get reimbursed?
80% of the membership fee, capped at ₹25,000 per financial year, is claimable, whichever is lower. This applies to both new memberships and annual renewals.
What documents are required?
You need Udyam Registration, the PAN card of the SC/ST proprietor, partners, or directors, a Caste Certificate, shareholding proof for partnership, Pvt. Ltd, or LLP firms, and proof of payment for the e-commerce portal membership.
Can I claim for membership renewal as well as a new registration?
Yes, both new memberships and renewals of existing memberships on the covered portals qualify for reimbursement.
Where do I submit my application?
Download the application form from the National SC-ST Hub website (scsthub.in) and submit it as instructed on the scheme page.
Sectors
- Scst Entrepreneurs
- Msme
- Ecommerce
- Reimbursement
- Government Scheme
- Market Access
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.