Microfinance

At Supra Pacific Financial Services, we believe financial inclusion is the first step toward sustainable change. Our Microfinance solutions are built to support and uplift underserved rural communities—especially women—by offering access to financial services that are easy, inclusive, and empowering.

We offer group lending-based microfinance loans, allowing individuals to come together, support one another, and grow collectively. With structured training, weekly center meetings, and minimal documentation, we aim to ensure that everyone—regardless of their background—has a chance to build a brighter, self-reliant future.

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Key
Features
  • Group Lending with Joint Responsibility

  • Weekly Repayment through Local Centre Meetings

  • Unsecured Loan (No Collateral Needed)

  • Fast Disbursal and Minimal Documentation

  • Pre-Part Payment Option Available

  • Relationship Officer Support at Every Step

 

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Our Microfinance Growth Story
1986
Launched first branches in Kerala
2005
Expanded into Tamil Nadu with 10 new branches
2013
Rolled out Group Lending Schemes across regions
2020
Introduced Digital Repayment Portals
Loan Structure
Cycle Amount Options Tenure Repayment
1st cycle ₹20,000 / ₹25,000 / ₹30,000 52 weeks Weekly cash payments during Centre Meetings
2nd cycle 50% of 1st cycle repayments must be completed on time and at least 65% of center meetings attended 52 weeks Weekly cash payments during Centre Meetings
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How Group Lending Works

Group Lending, or Joint Liability Group (JLG) lending, is a model where 5 to 25 women form a group and collectively share the responsibility of each other’s loans. This model encourages trust, discipline, and community support—especially for women who may otherwise be excluded from traditional banking.

Loans can be used for:

  • Small businesses or trade

  • Working capital needs

  • Livestock purchases

  • Educational or medical expenses

  • Family event support or debt consolidation

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What is CGT (Comprehensive Group Training)?

CGT is a one-day training program conducted by our Relationship Officer (RO) to:

  • Educate members on loan terms, eligibility, and repayment process

  • Establish group trust and rules

  • Ensure voluntary formation and mutual familiarity within the group

  • Reinforce the importance of discipline and mutual support

Applicant Criteria
  • Age: 18–55 years

  • Income: Regular Income & Verifiable Business Activity

  • Residence: Minimum 3 years residence stability preferred (6 months for newly married with spousal stability)

  • Living Standard: Good standard of living and household assets considered

  • Age 50+: Applicants above 50 will require a health and family support assessment

 

Co-Applicant Criteria
  • Age: 18–63 years at the time of loan entry
Group Formation Guidelines
  • Group Size: 5–20 members per center

  • Members must live within 750 meters of the center meeting point

  • Only one member per household allowed

  • No more than two blood relatives per group

  • 75% of members should own their homes; renters should not exceed 25%

All members must know each other and be from the same locality

Who is Not Eligible?

To ensure financial stability and integrity of our services, the following are not eligible:

  • Political leaders or large landowners

  • Individuals with excessive bank/financial debts

  • Liquor shop owners, moneylenders, or chit fund operators

  • Police officers, lawyers, or their immediate family

  • Real estate business operators

  • People with bad credit history

  • Government employees or migrants

  • Those with family working abroad (Gulf, etc.)

  • Supra Pacific staff or their close relatives

Supra reserves the right to assess eligibility based on internal policy and discretion.

 

FAQs
Does Supra Pacific offer microfinance services?

Yes, Supra Pacific does offer microfinance services. Their microfinance loans are specifically designed for female clients who want to start or expand their income-generating activities. These loans are based on the principle of joint liability, where a group of 5 to 25 women is organized into a center and each member takes responsibility for the repayments of the others in the group. The loans can be used for a variety of purposes, such as business expansion, working capital needs, purchasing raw materials, buying animals, paying for education or marriage expenses, or consolidating debt. The loans are repayable in equal installments over a fixed period of time.

What categories of individuals or groups are not eligible for Supra Pacific microfinance services?

Supra Pacific microfinance services have certain restrictions on the categories of individuals or groups who are eligible for a loan. These restrictions are designed to ensure the safety and stability of the loan program. The following categories of individuals or groups are not eligible for a loan from Supra Pacific microfinance services:

  • Political leaders
  • Big landlords
  • People with large amounts of debt from banks and financial institutions
  • Wine and liquor shop owners
  • Police officers, lawyers, and their immediate family members
  • People running finance and chit fund businesses
  • People involved in real estate business
  • People with bad credit history
  • Migrants
  • Government employees
  • Temporarily rehabilitated people
  • Families with members in the Gulf or abroad (spouse and children)
  • Staff and their immediate family members, including mothers, sisters, or wives of the staff working at Supra Pacific

This list is not exhaustive and Supra Pacific reserves the right to make final determinations on loan eligibility based on their own criteria and policies.

What is the role of a Relationship Officer' in a microfinance business?

A relationship officer in a microfinance business plays an important role in establishing and maintaining strong connections with clients. They are responsible for overseeing the loan repayment process and ensuring that clients are able to repay their loans on time. The relationship officer is typically the primary point of contact between the microfinance company and the clients. During weekly, fortnightly, or monthly meetings, the relationship officer collects loan repayments and provides clients with any support or information they may need. This regular interaction helps to build trust and establish a positive relationship between the microfinance company and its clients.

What is Comprehensive Group Training and who is it for?

A Comprehensive Group Training (CGT) is a one-day training program designed to develop group responsibility and joint liability among members of a microfinance group. The training is conducted by the Relationship Officer (RO) and covers a variety of topics related to the loan process, including information about the loan terms and conditions, the importance of discipline in meetings, and the eligibility criteria for loan applicants. The goal of the training is to ensure that all members of the microfinance group are fully informed about the loan process and the responsibilities that come with it. This includes verifying that the group has been formed by the clients themselves and that all members know each other and belong to the same locality.

What are the eligibility criteria?

  • Applicant age - The Minimum age of the applicant is 18 years, while the maximum age should be 55 years. The health, income stability, economic activity records, and stability and support from family members will be taken into consideration while issuing loans to applicants over the age of 50 years.
  • Co-applicant age - Minimum age of the co-applicant is 18 years, while the maximum age is restricted to 63 during the time of loan entry.
    Regular Income - The applicant should be economically active and must have a regular source of income. The business should be verifiable at the time of house verification.
  • Residence Stability - It is preferred that the applicant has stayed in the current residence for at least 3 years. In the case of newly married clients, the applicant should have recorded a stay of 6 months minimum in the new hous,e while the spouse should have stayed there for at least 3 years.
  • Standard of Living - The standard of living of the applicant will be assessed in order to determine eligibility.
    The assessment will be based on the type of house they are living in and the kind of assets owned by them.

What are the Group Member Criteria?

  • Each centre should have 5 - 20 members who are economically active and have regular income streams.
  • The group meeting place should not be more than 750 metres from each member’s residence.
  • At least 75 % of the members in the centre must have their own house. Members staying on rent should be less than 25%.
  • Only one member from one household is allowed.
  • Only two kin relations are not allowed in the same centre.
  • All members should know each other and must belong to the same locality.

 

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Ready to Transform Your Community?

If you're a group of aspiring women or small business owners in a rural area looking for a trusted financial partner—Supra Pacific is here to help. Contact your nearest branch or get in touch with our Relationship Officer to begin your journey.

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