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Andhra Pradesh · Women / SHG / Loan Waiver

YSR Aasara — Women SHG Loan Waiver & Support (Andhra Pradesh)

Also known as: YSR Aasara — Women SHG Loan Waiver & Support · YSR Aasara · YSR Aasara Yojana · YSR Aasara Andhra Pradesh · YSR आसरा — महिला SHG ऋण माफी एवं सहायता

AP Rural Development Dept. / SERP (Society for Elimination of Rural Poverty)

🔒 This scheme is not taking new applications. The details are kept here for reference only.

Benefit
Ended — its 4 instalments were paid 2020–2024; no new instalments since. Two-pronged support for women Self-Help Group (SHG) members in Andhra Pradesh — (1) Loan Waiver Component: one-time waiver of SHG loans up to ₹1 lakh per SHG member from micro-finance institutions (MFIs) and commercial banks for women from BPL/poor households who are unable to repay; (2) Fresh Credit Support: interest-free or subsidised loans up to ₹1 lakh per SHG member for income-generating activities through APCNF/SERP network; skill development training linked to ZBF (Zero Budget Farming), organic agriculture, animal husbandry, and micro-enterprise; market linkage through 'Apni Mandi' and state-level fairs; covers rural women SHG members across all 26 districts; priority to Dalit and tribal women-led SHGs

At a glance

SchemeYSR Aasara — Women SHG Loan Waiver & Support (Andhra Pradesh)
ForWomen / SHG / Loan Waiver
WhereAndhra Pradesh
DepartmentAP Rural Development Dept. / SERP (Society for Elimination of Rural Poverty)
How to applyAt office / CSC

Who Can Apply

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Required Documents

How to Apply

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for YSR Aasara — Women SHG Loan Waiver & Support (Andhra Pradesh)?

Resident of Andhra Pradesh. For: Women. Family income up to ₹3 lakh a year.

What is the benefit of YSR Aasara — Women SHG Loan Waiver & Support (Andhra Pradesh)?

Ended — its 4 instalments were paid 2020–2024; no new instalments since. Two-pronged support for women Self-Help Group (SHG) members in Andhra Pradesh — (1) Loan Waiver Component: one-time waiver of SHG loans up to ₹1 lakh per SHG member from micro-finance institutions (MFIs) and commercial banks for women from BPL/poor households who are unable to repay; (2) Fresh Credit Support: interest-free or subsidised loans up to ₹1 lakh per SHG member for income-generating activities through APCNF/SERP network; skill development training linked to ZBF (Zero Budget Farming), organic agriculture, animal husbandry, and micro-enterprise; market linkage through 'Apni Mandi' and state-level fairs; covers rural women SHG members across all 26 districts; priority to Dalit and tribal women-led SHGs

What documents are needed for YSR Aasara — Women SHG Loan Waiver & Support (Andhra Pradesh)?

Aadhaar Card, SHG Passbook / SHG Membership Certificate, Bank Account (SHG joint account), BPL / Income Certificate, Loan Documents from MFI / Bank (for waiver component), Residence Proof (Andhra Pradesh), Caste Certificate (for priority), Passport Photo.

How do I apply for YSR Aasara — Women SHG Loan Waiver & Support (Andhra Pradesh)?

Apply online on the official website: https://serp.ap.gov.in/

How can I check if I am eligible for YSR Aasara — Women SHG Loan Waiver & Support (Andhra Pradesh)?

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