Interest‑Free Loan • Meiteilon (Manipuri)

Book Publication Interest‑Free Loan Scheme

Financial support for emerging writers who wish to publish novels, short stories, poems, and more in Meiteilon (Manipuri). The scheme operates across India’s North‑Eastern Region.

How to Apply Loan Details
At a glance
Key Highlights
  • Interest‑free loan up to ₹50,000 per book
  • Up to 70% of printing & binding cost
  • Released directly to the printing/binding firm
  • Installment release based on progress

PurposeObjectives of the Scheme

  • Provide interest‑free loans to emerging writers for publishing short stories, poems, novels, etc.
  • Encourage new authors and poets to create and publish more.
  • Support marketing and distribution of the publications.
Area of Operation

The scheme is available across the entire North‑Eastern Region of India.

Application GuideHow to Apply

1
Prepare your profile

Use an A4‑size page to provide a concise writer profile.

2
Attach your manuscript

Upload a PDF of the script (typed or hand‑written).

3
Submit online

Online submission is encouraged; hard copies are not.

4
Screening

A Committee will screen the script for suitability.

5
Loan application

If approved, you will receive a loan application form to be submitted through, and recommended by, an association of writers.

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Submission Checklist
Ensure all items are ready before you submit
  • A4 writer profile
  • Script PDF (typed or hand‑written)
  • Online submission only
  • Script will be screened by Committee
  • Application via writers’ association
Submissions in Meiteilon (Manipuri) only.

FinancialsLoan Amount & Disbursement

Ceiling

Loan amount shall not exceed:

  • ₹50,000 per book; or
  • 70% of total printing & binding cost,

whichever is lower.

Disbursement
  • Released directly to the printing/binding firm
  • Paid in installments based on publication progress
Eligibility Note

Applicable to books published in Meiteilon (Manipuri) language.

ObligationsRepayment of the Loan

  • The loan is repayable in installments.
  • Repayment must start within 30 days of publication.
  • Full amount must be repaid within 6 months of publication.
Repayment Reminder

Set a calendar reminder for:

  • Start: Publication date + 30 days
  • Deadline: Publication date + 6 months

QuestionsFrequently Asked

Yes. The scheme offers an interest‑free loan within the stated limits and terms.

No. At present, the scheme supports Meiteilon (Manipuri) publications only.

Funds are released directly to the printing and binding firm, not to the applicant.

Yes. The loan application must be submitted through and recommended by an association of writers.
Eligibility Quick‑Check
  • Emerging writer
  • Manuscript in Meiteilon (Manipuri)
  • Applying via writers’ association
Download Application Form