From traders to service providers, discover which businesses can apply for a MUDRA loan.
Last updated on: April 14, 2026
The list of businesses eligible for MUDRA Loan outlines the various small and micro business activities eligible for funding under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY). The scheme helps income‑generating enterprises in manufacturing, trading, and service sectors. It is especially beneficial for small entrepreneurs, self‑employed individuals, and startups seeking affordable credit to start, expand, or stabilise their businesses through structured MUDRA loan categories.
Here is the list of businesses that can acquire this loan.
Newly established small businesses engaged in income‑generating activities across manufacturing, trading, or services.
Individuals or small units operating machinery for production, processing, or job‑work purposes.
Artisans
Skilled craftsmen involved in traditional or handmade products such as handicrafts, pottery, weaving, and related work.
Small transport operators who own or plan to purchase goods‑carrying vehicles for commercial use.
Traders and shopkeepers
Retail and wholesale business owners involved in buying and selling goods through small shops or outlets.
Street vendors and hawkers engaged in the sale of fresh produce for daily income.
Units engaged in embroidery, weaving, dyeing, printing, apparel designing, and other traditional textile activities.
Small manufacturers produce items such as bags, vehicle accessories, or household furnishing products.
Enterprises involved in dairy, poultry, fisheries, beekeeping, agro‑processing, agribusiness centres, and related activities.
Small businesses buying vehicles like auto‑rickshaws, e‑rickshaws, taxis, tractors, or goods carriers for transport services.
Micro manufacturing businesses owned by individuals or partnerships, excluding registered corporate entities.
Small service‑based establishments providing localised personal, repair, retail, or professional services.
Businesses involved in food stalls, bakeries, canteens, or production of items like sweets, pickles, jams, and snacks.
Reviewer
MUDRA loans cover micro and small businesses engaged in manufacturing, trading, and service activities, including retail shops, transport services, food units, artisans, startups, and other income‑generating enterprises.
Yes, MUDRA loans can be taken to start a small business, particularly by first‑time entrepreneurs planning viable manufacturing, trading, or service‑based activities without needing prior business experience.
The MUDRA Loan scheme supports three main sectors: manufacturing, trading, and services, including allied agricultural activities, excluding direct crop production and land‑based agricultural development works.
There is no fixed CIBIL score requirement for a MUDRA loan, but a healthy credit history improves approval chances. Banks assess overall credit behaviour, repayment capacity, and business viability.
GST registration is not mandatory for a MUDRA loan. It is required only if the business is legally liable under GST or if the lender specifically requests it.