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Tamil Nadu · Entrepreneurship

NEEDS — New Entrepreneur Scheme (TN)

Also known as: NEEDS — New Entrepreneur Scheme · NEEDS · NEEDS Tamil Nadu · NEEDS — नया उद्यमी योजना

Tamil Nadu Industries Dept. / TIIC

Benefit

25% capital subsidy (max ₹75 Lakh) + soft loan at 3% interest for first-generation entrepreneurs

At a glance

Scheme	NEEDS — New Entrepreneur Scheme (TN)
For	Entrepreneurship
Where	Tamil Nadu
Department	Tamil Nadu Industries Dept. / TIIC
How to apply	Online
Info checked	2026-10-21

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

Apply online on the official government website (link below).

Who can apply for NEEDS — New Entrepreneur Scheme (TN)?

Resident of Tamil Nadu. For: Self-employed / business owners. Age: 18–35.

What is the benefit of NEEDS — New Entrepreneur Scheme (TN)?

25% capital subsidy (max ₹75 Lakh) + soft loan at 3% interest for first-generation entrepreneurs

What documents are needed for NEEDS — New Entrepreneur Scheme (TN)?

Aadhaar Card, Educational Certificate (Graduate/Diploma), Project Report, Community Certificate (if SC/ST/OBC), Bank Account.

How do I apply for NEEDS — New Entrepreneur Scheme (TN)?

Apply online on the official website: https://tiic.org/

How can I check if I am eligible for NEEDS — New Entrepreneur Scheme (TN)?

Answer a few simple questions on YojanaSahay — it tells you free of cost which schemes you qualify for, with the documents for each.

Official link last checked: 2026-10-21