The Malaysian Indian Transformation Unit (Mitra) opened applications for its Uyarvu Madani Grant Programme on 29 June 2026, offering grants of up to RM50,000 to help Indian entrepreneurs expand their existing businesses. Only 700 entrepreneurs nationwide will be selected, and applications close on 13 July.

Who Qualifies And How Much You Could Get

To apply, you need to be a Malaysian of Indian descent in the B40 or M40 income category, aged between 21 and 55, and not declared bankrupt. Your business also needs to be registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM), and your tier depends on how long your business has been operating. 

The Micro tier covers businesses operating for one to three years and offers grants of up to RM20,000. The Growth tier covers four to six years of operation and offers up to RM35,000. The High tier covers businesses operating for seven years or more and offers up to RM50,000. Each household is limited to one application, and you’ll need to submit your latest tax statement or audited financial report, along with your SSM registration, a bank statement, and a business plan.

Funds Are Released In Phases

The grant isn’t paid out as a lump sum. Micro tier recipients receive RM10,000 upfront and another RM10,000 once Mitra confirms the first amount was used as planned. Growth and High tier recipients are paid in three phases instead of two, with each later phase released only after Mitra verifies that the previous funds were used according to the approved business plan.

Programme Aims For Long-Term Growth

Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan said the programme reflects the government’s push to develop competitive Indian entrepreneurs, helping businesses raise income and expand operations. He said the government wants these entrepreneurs to grow into “resilient and competitive enterprises” that create more job opportunities for the community. Ramanan described the programme as a way to support sustainable business growth. It follows other Madani-era support measures rolled out this year. 

A Two-Week Window To Apply

The application window is open until 13 July. However, Mitra will close the online form earlier if it receives 1,500 submissions before that date. The form can be accessed via QR code on Mitra’s official website. Mitra has stated that it does not appoint any individual, agent, or third party to assist with applications, and has advised the public to deal only with official Mitra channels. If anyone contacts you claiming to represent Mitra or offering help to secure approval, you should not engage with them.

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Christina Chandra

Christina writes about personal finance with an eye for making the complicated feel straightforward. She is drawn to the everyday money decisions people face and genuinely enjoys finding the clearest way to explain them. Between articles, she is probably napping, on a hiking trail, or terrorising her sister’s cats.

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Christina Chandra

Christina Chandra

Christina writes about personal finance with an eye for making the complicated feel straightforward. She is drawn to the everyday money decisions people face and genuinely enjoys finding the clearest way to explain them. Between articles, she is probably napping, on a hiking trail, or terrorising her sister's cats.

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