SIDBI Empanelment 2026 for NGOs & Non-Profits: Apply Online for PDI Projects

Background & Overview

Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) has issued an official Expression of Interest (EoI) invitation for the empanelment of qualified Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and Non-Profit/Not-for-Profit entities. This initiative falls under SIDBI’s Programmes for Development and Impact (PDI) vertical to drive sustainable growth, economic empowerment, and last-mile intervention across prioritized regions in India.

Eligible and interested non-profit organizations are invited to submit their proposals via email prior to the stipulated deadline.

Key Highlights & Overview

Objective of the Empanelment

SIDBI aims to build a strong network of reliable execution partners to fulfill its mandate as an All-India Development Financial Institution. The core objectives include:

• Empowering Grassroots Execution: Creating a nationwide panel of competent implementation partners to deliver developmental support to underserved regions.

• Promoting Inclusive Growth: Reaching marginalized communities, women, artisans, and micro-entrepreneurs to assist them in starting and expanding sustainable enterprises.

• Strengthening MSME Clusters: Elevating cluster-based ecosystems through scalable, long-term developmental interventions aligned with national economic goals.

Broad Scope of Work

Selected organizations will collaborate with SIDBI’s PDI Vertical to design, execute, and monitor impact-driven programs. Responsibilities will include:

• Need Assessment & Planning: Conducting baseline studies, feasibility assessments, and scoping research for targeted interventions.

• Micro-Enterprise Incubation: Identifying and nurturing local enterprises in rural, semi-urban, and aspirational districts.

• Livelihood & Skill Building: Implementing market-linked skill development training and job creation initiatives.

• Community Enterprise & Infrastructure: Building shared processing, storage, and logistics facilities for agricultural, NTFP, and non-farm activities.

• Digital & Financial Inclusion: Promoting tools such as UPI, digital ERPs, and Udyam/Assist registration, alongside facilitating institutional credit linkages.

• Market Linkages: Facilitating buyer connections, e-commerce onboarding, and corporate partnerships for market sustainability.

• Scheme Convergence: Leveraging government welfare schemes and social safety nets for beneficiaries.

Priority Geographical Coverage

While the empanelment covers projects across Pan-India, priority focus will be directed toward:

• Aspirational Districts

• North-Eastern Region (NER)

• Hilly and Remote Regions

• Underserved and Economically Backward Areas

How to Apply (Submission Details)

Interested non-profits must submit their completed EoI proposals exclusively through email. Hard copies or physical submissions are not required.

• Email Recipients: [email protected] and [email protected]

• Submission Deadline: July 31, 2026, by 5:00 PM IST

Nodal Contact Officials

For official queries or clarifications, applicants may reach out to:

• Shri Mohammed Adil Ahsan (Asst. General Manager – PDI)

  Email: [email protected] | Phone: 0522-4261631

• Shri Mayank Prakash (Theme Leader – M&E, PDI)

  Email: [email protected] | Phone: 0522-4259626

• Address: SIDBI Tower, 15, Ashok Marg, Lucknow – 226001