Uttar Pradesh government scheme · MSME Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh (Directorate of Industries)
Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan
Also called CM-YUVA
The Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan is run by the MSME Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh (Directorate of Industries). It is for permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh aged 21 to 40 who have passed at least Class 8 or hold certified training, a diploma, or a degree, to help them start their own business. Beneficiaries receive a collateral-free bank loan of up to ₹5 lakh with a 100% interest subsidy for four years in the first phase, along with a 10% margin-money subsidy on the total project cost. To apply, go to the Directorate of Industries UP MSME portal, log in or register, choose the scheme from the beneficiary section, fill in the details, and upload identity proof, age proof, a training certificate, and a project report.
Written by AI from the official details below.
Who can apply for CM-YUVA
- Permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
- Aged 21 to 40.
- Passed at least Class 8 or equivalent, or holds certified training, a diploma or a degree from a recognised institution.
- Not already getting a loan subsidy under another central or state scheme.
- Preference for applicants trained under government schemes such as ODOP or Vishwakarma Shram.
CM-YUVA benefits
- Loan of up to ₹5 lakh without collateral, with 100% interest subsidy for four years (first phase).
- 10% margin-money subsidy on the total project cost.
- A second phase offers loans of ₹10–20 lakh with 50% interest subsidy for three years.
How to apply for CM-YUVA
- Go to the Directorate of Industries UP MSME portal.
- Log in, or register as a new user.
- Choose the scheme from the beneficiary section and fill in the details.
- Upload identity proof, age proof, training certificate and a project report.
Documents needed for CM-YUVA
- Identity proof.
- Age proof.
- Training certificate (if any).
- Project report.
Where it applies
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Checked against the sources below on 16 October 2026. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.
- Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan · MSME Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh (msme1connect portal)
- Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan Yojana (CM-YUVA) · MSME Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh (msme1connect portal)
- Over three lakh registered under Chief Minister's Youth Entrepreneur Development Campaign (PTI, 21 March 2025) · PTI via The Week
- CM YUVA: ₹5 lakh interest-free loan without guarantee (6 June 2026) · Patrika
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