NSIC SCHEMES FOR MSME’s – A STUDY ON STUDENTS’ (ASPIRING ENTREPRENEURS) PERSPECTIVE

This study examines the perception of aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly students, towards the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) schemes tailored for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Through surveys and interviews, it analyzes their awareness, understanding, and opinions regarding NSIC initiatives. Additionally, it seeks to explore the opinions of these students on the roles and responsibilities of NSIC and MSMEs in economic development and this research intends to provide insights into the understanding and viewpoints of future entrepreneurs towards NSIC initiatives and their impact on economic growth. Through analysis, it investigates the correlation between respondents’ age and income levels, revealing a significant association. And also the study explores the relationship between MSMEs’ role in GDP and economic dependency in their growth and development, finding a strong positive correlation.