{"id":35469,"date":"2026-07-29T19:32:55","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T14:02:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/?p=35469"},"modified":"2026-08-06T11:31:21","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T06:01:21","slug":"bankable-project-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Write Bankable Project Report: What Indian Banks Actually Want to See"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Every year thousands of viable ideas fail to come to fruition because of the inadequacy of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) that accompanies them. Banks don\u2019t reject loan applications because they dislike business owners. They reject applications when the information provided fails to answer the questions credit officers need to assess. Government data available on the KVIC PMEGP e-Portal shows that authorities approve only about 12 per cent of applications and reject nearly 88 per cent, with documentation issues causing most rejections rather than the business itself. This guide will tell you exactly what a bankable project report should include, what numbers banks will look for, and the pitfalls that will make a project that gets you funding go under.<\/p>\n<p>A DPR, also known as a project report for bank loan or business plan based on a scheme, is your business&#8217; comprehensive case file. It needs to persuade a credit officer, who has not met and has never heard your own fervent optimism, that the project is technically viable, the market is legitimate, and that the numbers work out to be able to afford the loan without any problems.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#Why_the_DPR_Matters_More_Than_the_Business_Idea\" >Why the DPR Matters More Than the Business Idea<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#Read_the_Complete_Book_Here_Select_Start_Your_Own_Industry\" >Read the Complete Book Here: Select &amp; Start Your Own Industry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#The_Standard_Format_Every_Indian_Bank_Recognises\" >The Standard Format Every Indian Bank Recognises<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#The_Numbers_Banks_Actually_Check\" >The Numbers Banks Actually Check<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#Get_Detailed_Project_Report_DPR_Read_the_Complete_Book_Here\" >Get Detailed Project Report (DPR): Read the Complete Book Here<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#The_Mistakes_That_Quietly_Kill_Applications\" >The Mistakes That Quietly Kill Applications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#Scheme-Specific_Requirements_Worth_Knowing\" >Scheme-Specific Requirements Worth Knowing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#Turn_your_budget_into_a_successful_business_plan\" >Turn your budget into a successful business plan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#How_Long_a_Proper_DPR_Actually_Takes\" >How Long a Proper DPR Actually Takes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#How_NPCS_Can_Help_You_Access_and_Use_Bankable_Project_Reports_and_DPR_Preparation\" >How NPCS Can Help You Access and Use Bankable Project Reports and DPR Preparation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#Related_Article_DPR_for_Bank_Loan_Format_Example_Step-by-Step_Guide_for_MSME_Loan_Approval\" >Related Article: DPR for Bank Loan: Format, Example &amp; Step-by-Step Guide for MSME Loan Approval<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#DPR_Financial_Benchmarks_Banks_Expect\" >DPR Financial Benchmarks Banks Expect<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#Is_a_DPR_mandatory_for_every_business_loan\" >Is a DPR mandatory for every business loan?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#Can_I_prepare_my_own_DPR_without_hiring_a_consultant\" >Can I prepare my own DPR without hiring a consultant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#What_is_the_single_biggest_reason_DPRs_get_rejected\" >What is the single biggest reason DPRs get rejected?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#How_much_should_I_budget_to_get_a_professional_DPR_prepared\" >How much should I budget to get a professional DPR prepared?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#Do_I_need_a_different_DPR_for_each_government_scheme\" >Do I need a different DPR for each government scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/bankable-project-report\/#What_single_change_most_improves_approval_chances\" >What single change most improves approval chances?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_DPR_Matters_More_Than_the_Business_Idea\"><\/span><strong>Why the DPR Matters More Than the Business Idea<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Banks are fiduciaries. They provide loans to their depositors and legally, as per prudential norms laid by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbi.org.in\/\">Reserve Bank of India<\/a>, are obliged to check the creditworthiness of their borrowers before they lend money. When your credit officer is looking at your file, he&#8217;s not looking at whether your idea is cool; he&#8217;s looking to see if the numbers in front of him are cool. It&#8217;s for this reason that a well-prepared DPR can be the lender&#8217;s credit history substitute in some instances. By presenting a detailed document that answers the market, the technical questions and the repayment questions, the credit committee of the bank has exactly what it is looking for to approve the project.<\/p>\n<p>The documentation deficit in India is really substantial. Many DPRs submitted for MSME loan are template-based and do not include details of the local market, as it applies to the individual applicant&#8217;s business. Once the credit officer recognizes an applicant&#8217;s application as a generic submission after reading a handful of these reports, they are very likely to question the business&#8217;s creditworthiness.(Bankable Project Report for Bank Loan)<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Read_the_Complete_Book_Here_Select_Start_Your_Own_Industry\"><\/span>Read the Complete Book Here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/books\/book\/select-start-your-own-industry-4th-revised-edition\/isbn-9789381039151\/zb,,1d,a,0,0,a\/index.html\">Select &amp; Start Your Own Industry<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Standard_Format_Every_Indian_Bank_Recognises\"><\/span><strong>The Standard Format Every Indian Bank Recognises<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Indian banks, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sidbi.in\/\">SIDBI <\/a>and government agencies employ general similar formats based on the IBA (Indian Banks&#8217; Association) Credit Monitoring Arrangement structure. It is accepted by SBI, PNB, Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, Union Bank and all the nationalised and major private banks as well as District Industries Centres for granting applications under PMEGP. A DPR in this format usually comprises eight sections, which are: an executive summary, promoter background, technical feasibility, market analysis, project cost and means of finance, financial projections, key financial ratios and supporting annexures (quotations and licences).<\/p>\n<p>The executive summary (of 4-6 pages) is the first thing a credit officer reads and must contain the promoter&#8217;s qualifications, the product, overall project cost, sources of financing, internal rate of return and payback period in a way that can be digested in one sitting. This section will go wrong and set a poor tone for the rest of the report, even if the detailed sections later in the report are good.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Numbers_Banks_Actually_Check\"><\/span><strong>The Numbers Banks Actually Check<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In addition to the narrative portions, each credit officer has a set of financial ratios that they run against the report and if the financial ratios fail, the business case is questioned or rejected, irrespective of how well it is written. The Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR), which refers to how well anticipated profits can keep up with loan payments, should be at or in excess of about 1.25, and more comfortable at 1.5 for most lenders. The promoter contribution, as defined as the contribution made by the promoter\/promoter group for the project, apart from the loan amount, is usually in the range of 25 &#8211; 33 percent for regular MSME term loans depending on the scheme, whereas it can be much less for the schemes with subsidy and guarantee.(Bankable Project Report for Bank Loan)<\/p>\n<p>A breakeven point of less than 60 per cent indicates good business performance because the business does not have to operate close to peak capacity to remain a going concern. By the very first year of use, one of the most frequent and preventable technical mistakes is to assume that capacity will be at 80-100% capacity on a yearly basis. Experienced credit officers feel that the utilisation does not start at zero but at 40 to 60 percent in the first year and builds up over the years, and that a report telling them that the business was at full capacity from the outset is either a sign of inexperience or bluster about the real situation.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-section-id=\"2xudjh\" data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"179\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Detailed_Project_Report_DPR_Read_the_Complete_Book_Here\"><\/span><span role=\"text\"><strong data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"179\">Get Detailed Project Report (DPR): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/profile-project\">Read the Complete Book Here<\/a><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Mistakes_That_Quietly_Kill_Applications\"><\/span><strong>The Mistakes That Quietly Kill Applications<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There is a formal rejection letter with some rejections. Many more occur out of sight and without notice: an application waits in the status of &#8220;query&#8221; for a long time without being acted upon, it is quietly deprioritised, or it is returned for revision a thousand times, and the entrepreneur gives up. A detailed assessment of typical DPR pitfalls in Indian MSME lending reveals that inconsistency is the most harmful and avoidable error. This issue occurs when the figures in the top half of the DPR (project report narrative) do not match the figures in the bottom half (the CMA data attached to the DPR). The banks will check both documents when appraising, so any discrepancies will raise doubts with them as to the accuracy of the entire submission.(Bankable Project Report for Bank Loan)<\/p>\n<p>Secondly, asking for a 100 per cent bank loan with no real promoter contribution usually indicates high risk, and banks frequently reject such proposals even when the business is of high quality. A third issue is incomplete submission\u2014missing machinery quotations, an absent lease deed, no MSME registration, or registration under a different entity. As a result, the bank returns the application without processing it instead of officially rejecting it. This delays the process for weeks before the entrepreneur even knows what is missing. Fourth, and perhaps most overlooked, is the lack of sensitivity or risk analysis\u2014the report doesn&#8217;t consider how changes in raw material prices, lower-than-projected demand, or delays in starting production could affect repayment ability.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_35472\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35472\" style=\"width: 848px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35472\" src=\"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ba3k5jba3k5jba3k.png\" alt=\"Bankable project report for bank loan in India\" width=\"848\" height=\"1264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ba3k5jba3k5jba3k.png 848w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ba3k5jba3k5jba3k-201x300.png 201w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ba3k5jba3k5jba3k-687x1024.png 687w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ba3k5jba3k5jba3k-768x1145.png 768w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Gemini_Generated_Image_ba3k5jba3k5jba3k-512x763.png 512w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35472\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A well-prepared DPR helps banks evaluate project feasibility, financial viability and loan repayment capacity.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scheme-Specific_Requirements_Worth_Knowing\"><\/span><strong>Scheme-Specific Requirements Worth Knowing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While the core DPR structure remains constant, specific government schemes layer additional requirements on top of it. A <a href=\"https:\/\/msme.gov.in\/\">PMEGP<\/a> report must explicitly demonstrate that the project is genuinely new rather than an expansion, that the promoter has not previously benefited from PMEGP or a comparable subsidy, and that the project cost falls within the scheme&#8217;s ceiling of \u20b950 lakh for manufacturing and \u20b920 lakh for services. The financial section must clearly show how subsidy, promoter margin, and bank loan components balance against total project cost, since any imbalance here is an immediate red flag for the appraising officer.(Bankable Project Report for Bank Loan)<\/p>\n<p>A CGTMSE-backed application must demonstrate MSME classification under the MSMED Act and clearly justify why the lender should extend the loan without collateral. It should prove that the project&#8217;s cash flow and viability, rather than pledged assets, can give the lender confidence. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nabard.org\/\">NABARD<\/a>-refinanced agricultural or rural project must follow NABARD&#8217;s bankable model format, covering unit economics, cost per unit, and input-output ratios specific to that activity, since NABARD refinances the lending bank and therefore has its own appraisal criteria layered on top of the bank&#8217;s own.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"310\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turn_your_budget_into_a_successful_business_plan\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/startup-selector\">Turn your budget into a successful business plan<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_a_Proper_DPR_Actually_Takes\"><\/span><strong>How Long a Proper DPR Actually Takes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Timelines vary considerably by project scale and scheme. A professionally prepared report for a small-scale unit with project cost under \u20b92 crore typically takes 10 to 20 working days from initial data collection to final delivery, while medium and large projects can take 35 to 60 days given the additional technical and financial complexity involved. For PMEGP or KVIC-linked loans, the promoter can sometimes complete scheme-specific formats within 7 to 10 days by providing complete data upfront. Entrepreneurs consistently underestimate how much this timeline compresses when they organise their documentation, machinery quotations, land or lease papers, and financial history before report preparation begins. In contrast, the timeline stretches when they provide this information piecemeal.(Bankable Project Report for Bank Loan)<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_NPCS_Can_Help_You_Access_and_Use_Bankable_Project_Reports_and_DPR_Preparation\"><\/span><strong>How NPCS Can Help You Access and Use Bankable Project Reports and DPR Preparation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Knowing that a government scheme exists is very different from being able to use it. Most schemes, whether SISFS, CGTMSE, PLI or a state fund, ask for a detailed project report or a techno-economic feasibility study before they release money. This is where Niir Project Consultancy Services (NPCS) becomes useful for entrepreneurs who are strong on their business idea but less familiar with the paperwork that banks, incubators and nodal ministries expect.<\/p>\n<p>NPCS is an established industrial and business consultancy that prepares Market Survey cum Detailed Techno-Economic Feasibility Reports for entrepreneurs setting up new businesses across manufacturing, food processing, chemicals, engineering and emerging sectors. Such a report typically covers the manufacturing process, market and demand analysis, machinery and raw-material planning, project cost, and complete financial projections. This is close to exactly what a <a href=\"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/manufacturing-business-loan-in-india\/\">bank loan<\/a> officer, a CGTMSE-linked lender, or a PLI nodal ministry asks to see before approving funding.(Bankable Project Report for Bank Loan)<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the project report, NPCS offers pre-feasibility studies, project identification support, and general technical and commercial guidance for setting up a new industrial unit. For an entrepreneur trying to combine multiple schemes, for instance a Udyam-registered MSME loan alongside a state subsidy, having one clear, bankable document makes every subsequent application faster. You can explore their reports and services at niir.org.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Article_DPR_for_Bank_Loan_Format_Example_Step-by-Step_Guide_for_MSME_Loan_Approval\"><\/span>Related Article: <a href=\"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/dpr-for-bank-loan-india\/\">DPR for Bank Loan: Format, Example &amp; Step-by-Step Guide for MSME Loan Approval<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DPR_Financial_Benchmarks_Banks_Expect\"><\/span><strong>DPR Financial Benchmarks Banks Expect<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Metric<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Typical Bank Expectation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Why It Matters<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>DSCR<\/td>\n<td>1.25 to 1.5 or higher<\/td>\n<td>Confirms profit can cover loan repayment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Promoter Contribution<\/td>\n<td>25\u201333% (standard); lower under MUDRA\/PMEGP<\/td>\n<td>Shows genuine stake and reduces lender risk<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Year 1 Capacity Utilisation<\/td>\n<td>40\u201360%<\/td>\n<td>Reflects a realistic production ramp-up<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Break-even Point<\/td>\n<td>Below ~60% capacity<\/td>\n<td>Signals viability without maximum output<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Report Length (loans up to \u20b925L)<\/td>\n<td>15\u201325 pages<\/td>\n<td>Sufficient depth without unnecessary bulk<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Report Length (\u20b91 crore+)<\/td>\n<td>40\u201380 pages with annexures<\/td>\n<td>Matches complexity of larger project finance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><iframe  id=\"_ytid_20710\"  width=\"750\" height=\"421\"  data-origwidth=\"750\" data-origheight=\"421\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nMH3_0a1dNU?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=1&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_DPR_mandatory_for_every_business_loan\"><\/span><strong>Is a DPR mandatory for every business loan?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Not for the smallest loans. MUDRA Shishu loans up to \u20b950,000 typically accept a simple business plan. 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