pramanikkunal65/GovtScheme_AI huggingface dataset:
Scheme of Assistance for Common Environment Infrastructure: Scheme for Development of Green Estate
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Scheme of Assistance for Common Environment Infrastructure&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to boost industrial growth through financial assistance, modern technologies, and enhanced facilities for industrial parks and clusters.
The component “Scheme for Development of Green Estate” aims to support the relocation or retrofitting of polluting industrial units to designated green estates. The initiative focuses on reducing environmental pollution by providing necessary infrastructure support, ensuring compliance with environmental norms, and promoting sustainable industrial growth.

Benefits:

Activity
Assistance
Assistance for preparation of site master plan for relocation /retrofitting of existing polluting industrial units into Green Industrial estate as per the direction of GPCB/MoEF by recognized Science & Engineering Colleges of the State, IITs, NITs, Scientific and R & D institutions, GEMI, GCPC etc.
75% assistance maximum ₹80,00,000/-.
Assistance for setup /relocation /retrofitting of existing polluting industrial units into Green Industrial estate
25% of capital cost or maximum ₹25,00,00,000/-.


Eligibility Criteria:
- Industries Commissioner, based on GPCB’s recommendation, will appoint a professional agency for assessing relocation needs.
  - The professional agency will evaluate pollution load, effluent quality, and overall environmental benefits.
  - The study report must be approved by the SLEC committee before project execution.
  - Any institution or group of industries with polluting industrial units recommended for relocation or retrofitting by GPCB is eligible.
  - Infrastructure expenditures for internal roads, power distribution, communication, water supply, sewage, effluent treatment, and other approved facilities are eligible for financial support.
Scheme for assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Seed Support
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Scheme for Assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the  Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to drive economic growth by generating jobs, fostering competition, and introducing next-gen solutions.
The component &quot;Sustenance Allowance&quot;, offers financial assistance to startups for developing innovative projects, covering costs related to prototype development, market research, testing, trials, and marketing/publicity assistance for attending national/international events.
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Benefits:
Total Assistance: ₹30,00,000/-.
Prototype Development:
 Covers costs for raw materials, consumables, hardware, software, professional services, equipment, or tools.
Market Research:
 Financial aid for conducting market research to ensure product viability.
Testing & Trials: 
Assistance for product testing and trial phases.
Marketing/Publicity Assistance:
 Support for attending national/international events (fees/charges only; travel and accommodation expenses excluded).

Eligibility Criteria:
- Any individual or group of individuals with an innovative idea or concept, recommended by an approved Nodal Institution, is eligible.
  - The scheme is open to startups in any sector or branch of science, technology, engineering, agriculture, healthcare, etc., making it sector-agnostic.

> **Note:** Startups availing benefits under the Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP) are also eligible.
Scheme or assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Assistance to Startups having a Significant Impact on Society
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &amp;quot;Scheme for Assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation&amp;quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the  Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to drive economic growth by generating jobs, fostering competition, and introducing next-gen solutions.
The component &amp;quot;Assistance to Startups having a Significant Impact on Society&amp;quot;, provides financial assistance to startups that are developing innovative projects with a significant social impact.

Benefits:
Financial Support: 
Up to ₹10,00,000/- assistance is provided for innovative projects which have a significant impact on society,

Eligibility Criteria:
- Any individual or group of individuals with an innovative idea or concept, recommended by an approved Nodal Institution, is eligible.
  - The scheme is open to startups in any sector or branch of science, technology, engineering, agriculture, healthcare, etc., making it sector-agnostic.

> **Note:** Startups availing benefits under the Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP) are also eligible.
Scheme for assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Assistance for Skill Development
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship, Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Scheme for Assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the  Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to drive economic growth by generating jobs, fostering competition, and introducing next-gen solutions.
The component &quot;Assistance for Skill Development&quot; provides financial support for startups to participate in training programs designed to enhance their soft skills, managerial skills, marketing skills, and financial skills. This initiative aims to enable startups to better understand the ecosystem, raise funds, commercialize their ideas, and scale up their projects.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance: 
Startups can receive up to ₹1,00,000/- for skill development training programs on a reimbursement basis.
Skill Enhancement:
 Focused training to improve soft skills, managerial skills, marketing skills, and financing skills.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Any individual or group of individuals with an innovative idea or concept, recommended by an approved Nodal Institution, is eligible.
  - The scheme is open to startups in any sector or branch of science, technology, engineering, agriculture, healthcare, etc., making it sector-agnostic.

> **Note:** Startups availing benefits under the Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP) are also eligible.
Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower: Scheme of Financial Assistance for Running Short-term Bridge Courses
Category: Education & Learning, Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to bridge the industry’s skill gap, boost employment, and align workforce training with evolving technology and business needs.
The component “Scheme of Financial Assistance for Running Short-term Bridge Courses” aims to enhance skill development by providing industry-relevant training. It enables Industry Partners and Host Institutes to collaborate in setting up specialized training centers to equip trainees with in-demand skills, improving employability and workforce readiness.

Benefits:
General Assistance:
Financial Assistance for Fixed Cost:
 Up to 75% of the total fixed cost (machinery, equipment, classroom furniture, and refurbishing) will be provided as financial assistance of a maximum ₹1,00,00,000/-.
Refurbishing Support: 
Financial assistance for refurbishing the existing building used for training courses, limited to 20% of the project cost, up to a maximum of ₹20,00,000/-.
Recurring Cost Assistance:
 Assistance for Recurring cost like remuneration to external faculties, raw material/ training material, tools, other consumables, electricity bill, stationary cost and other administrative expenses as approved by the Institutional Management Committee (IMC).
Additional Assistance:
Awareness Programs & Seminars:
 A maximum support of ₹1,00,000/- per training center per year will be provided for awareness programs and seminars.
Other Expenditures: 
SLEC/IC/CED can approve the expenditure on any study, renovation/refurbishing of existing skill centers/institute, remuneration to third party evaluation of scheme, monitoring/audit expenses, assessment agency, etc.
Trainee Transportation Reimbursement: 
Trainees who complete skill upgradation training under any scheme will be eligible for reimbursement of Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) bus passes for travel between their residence and training center as per the following rates:
For BPL candidates, Physically Handicapped, SC, ST, SEBC, and Women:
 100%
For Other candidates:
 75%

Eligibility Criteria:
- Host Institute must be an ITIs, Polytechnic, Engineering College, or Government-Affiliated Institution with at least 5 years of experience.
  - Industry Partner must be an industry/association with at least 10 years of experience in skill development.
  - Both entities must be legally registered under Societies Act, Trust Act, or Companies Act.
  - Courses should be aligned with NSDC, NCVT, GCVT, or Sector Skill Council guidelines.
  - A minimum of 25% of course intake must be industry-sponsored.
  - At least 75% of industry-sponsored trainees must be provided employment.
  - The training center must be operational for at least 5 years.
Financial Assistance to Industrial Parks: Stamp Duty
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Financial Assistance to Industrial Parks&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the  Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to boost industrial growth through financial assistance, modern technologies, and enhanced facilities for industrial parks and clusters.
The component &quot;Stamp Duty&quot;, is aimed at providing financial support to the developers of Industrial Parks and individual units located within those parks.

Benefits:
Assistance to Institutes: 
100% reimbursement of stamp duty on the purchase of land required for the industrial park.
Assistance to Individual Units: 
Individual units located within the Industrial Park are eligible for a 50% reimbursement of the stamp duty paid on the purchase of plots within the park

Eligibility Criteria:
- Industries Association / any enterprise registered under the Societies Act, Partnership Act, Trust Act, Companies Act or SPV constituted for setting up of Industrial Park shall be eligible to develop Industrial Park under this scheme.
Sarna /Jahersthan/Hadgadi & Masna Protection and Development Scheme
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Sports & Culture
Level: State | State: Jharkhand

Details:
The "Sarna / Jahersthan / Hadgadi & Masna Protection and Development" scheme by the Department of Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, Minorities, and Backward Classes Welfare, Government of Jharkhand, aims to preserve and develop sacred tribal sites. Under this scheme, protection, fencing, infrastructure development, and beautification measures are provided to ensure the conservation of tribal culture and traditions.

Benefits:
Fencing of sacred sites:
 Ensuring protection and prevention of encroachment.
Infrastructure Development:
 Construction of multipurpose halls, seating arrangements, and water supply facilities.
Beautification & Preservation:
 Landscaping, gardening, and tribal-themed wall paintings.
Solar-Powered Lighting:
 Installation of eco-friendly lighting solutions.
Driveway & Walkway Development:
 Enhanced accessibility within these sites.
Monetary Allocation:
 Up to INR 5.00 Crore per unit based on approved estimates.
Cultural Promotion:
 Establishment of storage facilities and designated areas for cultural performances.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The site must be an officially recorded Sarna, Jahersthan, Hadgadi, or Masna location.
1. The concerned site should be under tribal community usage and cultural significance.
1. The beneficiary community must form a designated committee consisting of tribal members only.
1. Gram Sabha selection and approval are mandatory for project initiation.
1. The site must be registered under Revenue, Registration & Land Reforms Department records.
Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower: Scheme of Financial Assistance for Tuition Fees for Enhancement of Skill
Category: Skills & Employment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to bridge the industry’s skill gap, boost employment, and align workforce training with evolving technology and business needs.
The component &quot;Scheme of Financial Assistance for Tuition Fees for Enhancement of Skill&quot; aims to support individuals in skill development by providing financial aid for training programs. It ensures access to industry-relevant training, enhancing employability and career growth opportunities.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
Up to ₹15,000 for training programs of 121 hours or more.
Up to ₹10,000 for training programs of 61 to 120 hours.
Up to ₹5,000 for training programs of 40 to 60 hours.
Full Fee Coverage:
100% assistance for BPL, Physically Handicapped, SC, ST, SEBC, and Women candidates.
75% assistance for other eligible candidates.
Additional Assistance:
Awareness Programs & Seminars:
 A maximum support of ₹1,00,000/- per training center per year will be provided for awareness programs and seminars.
Other Expenditures: 
SLEC/IC/CED can approve the expenditure on any study, renovation/refurbishing of existing skill centers/institute, remuneration to third party evaluation of scheme, monitoring/audit expenses, assessment agency, etc.
Trainee Transportation Reimbursement: 
Trainees who complete skill upgradation training under any scheme will be eligible for reimbursement of Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) bus passes for travel between their residence and training center as per the following rates:
For BPL candidates, Physically Handicapped, SC, ST, SEBC, and Women:
 100%
For Other candidates:
 75%

Eligibility Criteria:
- The training institute must have at least 5 years of experience in skill development or relevant industry.
  - The training program must be industry-responsive and recognized by skill development bodies.
  - The first training batch must commence within 3 months of the sanction order.
  - Minimum 10 trainees per batch must complete the training and certification process.
  - Candidates must not have availed of similar government assistance for the same course.
  - The training duration should not exceed 6 months unless specified by authorities.
Incentives to Encourage Consumption of Local Raw Material Scheme, 2008
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Goa

Details:
Launched in 2008, the scheme "Incentives to Encourage Consumption of Local Raw Material Scheme, 2008" by the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa aimed to encourage the consumption of local raw materials, thereby supporting units manufacturing such materials and promoting the economies of villages supplying or producing these raw materials, including those in horticulture, food processing, and cluster businesses. The scheme provided financial incentives such as reimbursement of up to 90% of Sales Tax paid and a 25% subsidy on power and water bills, subject to certain conditions. Eligible units included Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) under the green and specified orange categories, which consumed a minimum of 50% local raw materials. The scheme was implemented by the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa. The scheme remained in force until 31st March, 2011.

Benefits:
Reimbursement to the extent of a maximum of 90% of Sales Tax paid by such unit, subject to the quantum based on the proportion of local raw material consumed.
Incentives in the form of a subsidy on power and water bills annually. 
25% subsidy on the total expenditure incurred by the unit on power and water tariffs, subject to a maximum of ₹2,00,000/- per annum, as per the proportion of local raw material consumed.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The Scheme covered units that went into production on or after 6th August 2008.
- Only those units under green and specified orange categories were eligible under this Scheme.
- Only those units which were permanently registered with the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce or cleared by the High Powered Co-ordination Committee (HPCC) or any Committee or authority formed to grant such clearance for investment in the State were eligible under this Scheme.
- This Scheme was applicable only to Micro and Small Enterprises and Medium Scale Enterprises as defined under the MSMED Act.
- The unit consuming a minimum of 50% of its raw material (in value) from local sources was eligible for the benefit on pro-rata terms with those consuming 60% and above, which were considered for 100% benefit under this Scheme.


- For the purpose of this Scheme, the local raw material meant:

**(a)** Material, which was manufactured in an approved industrial unit (Micro and Small Enterprises, Medium, Large Unit) in the State of Goa.
**(b)** Material, which was mined or produced in the State of Goa (for example, agricultural produce, marine produce, mineral and ore, etc.). 

- The beneficiary had to prove, by submitting documentary evidence, that the material had been locally produced or mined. In case of any dispute in interpreting the meaning of clauses (a) and (b) above, the decision/interpretation of the Director, Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce was final and binding.
Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Assistance to basic industrial infrastructure (Water, Gas and Approach Road)
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state&#39;s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative supports SC/ST entrepreneurs and strengthens MSMEs, making them globally competitive.
The component &quot;Assistance to basic industrial infrastructure (Water, Gas and Approach Road)&quot; provides financial assistance for the development of essential industrial infrastructure, including water supply, gas connections, and approach roads. The objective is to support industries by improving last-mile connectivity and access to utilities, thereby fostering a conducive business environment.

Benefits:
Quantum of Assistance:
 75% of cost of capital investment for infrastructure or expenditure incurred for water/gas facilities, maximum limit up to ₹15,00,000/- including all infrastructure/facilities.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise run by SC/ST entrepreneur.
   1. The applicant must have made a fixed capital investment in industrial infrastructure such as an approach road, water, or gas facilities.
   1. The infrastructure should be developed outside GIDC areas/industrial parks.
   1. The approach road construction must be certified for quality by a government-approved third party.
   1. Expenditures on water/gas connections should be for connecting the industrial unit from the source.

&gt; **Note****:** 


  - **SC/ST Enterprise:** SC/ST Enterprise means the enterprise in which contribution of SC/ST entrepreneur is 51% or more.
Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Assistance for Quality Certification
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state&#39;s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative supports SC/ST entrepreneurs and strengthens MSMEs, making them globally competitive.
The component &quot;Assistance for Quality Certification&quot; supports MSMEs in the manufacturing sector to obtain quality certifications and enhance their product standards in a competitive market. The scheme covers the implementation of ERP systems and national/international quality certifications.

Benefits:
ERP Assistance:
Covers 75% of the capital cost for installing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, up to a maximum of ₹1,00,000/-.
Eligible costs include installation charges, software, and annual service costs.
Excludes hardware costs of the ERP system.
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) subscription charges are also considered under the scheme.
Quality Certification Assistance:
Covers 60% of the fee payable for obtaining national/international certifications (e.g., BIS, ISI, WHO, GMP, Hallmark).
Covers 60% of the cost of testing equipment and machinery required for certification, up to a total maximum assistance of ₹10,00,000/-.
Eligible costs include:
Certification agency fees (excluding travel, hotel & surveillance charges).
Cost of testing equipment and machinery required for certification.
Calibration charges for equipment.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise run by SC/ST entrepreneur.
  - The enterprise must apply within one year from the date of certification issuance.
Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Assistance in Implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state&#39;s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative supports SC/ST entrepreneurs and strengthens MSMEs, making them globally competitive.
The component &quot;Assistance in Implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)&quot; offers financial assistance to enterprises for the implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions, including hardware for cloud computing and networking.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance: 
Covers up to 75% of the capital expenditure for ICT facilities maximum upto ₹5,00,000/-

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise run by SC/ST entrepreneur.
1. The scheme is available to all eligible enterprises that plan to implement ICT solutions, such as hardware for cloud computing and networking.

&gt; **Note:** 


  - **SC/ST Enterprise:** SC/ST Enterprise means the enterprise in which contribution of SC/ST entrepreneur is 51% or more.
Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Assistance to MSEs for Shed Developed by Private Developer
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state&#39;s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative supports SC/ST entrepreneurs and strengthens MSMEs, making them globally competitive.
The component &quot;Assistance to MSEs for Shed Developed by Private Developer&quot; provides SC/ST entrepreneurs for acquiring industrial sheds in mini estates developed by private developers. It encourages industrial growth by offering support for land, building, and infrastructure costs.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance: 
Private developers receive an additional 15% assistance on the total cost of the shed.
Government Support:
 SC/ST entrepreneurs need to pay only 30% of the shed price, after which possession is handed over, and developers can claim assistance.
Subsidized Costs: 
The government disburses 35% of the shed cost after the sale and the remaining amount after production begins.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise run by SC/ST entrepreneur.
   1. The shed must be located in a government-approved mini estate.
   1. The entrepreneur must pay 30% of the shed cost to acquire possession.

&gt; **Note****:** 


  - **SC/ST Enterprise:** SC/ST Enterprise means the enterprise in which contribution of SC/ST entrepreneur is 51% or more.
Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Assistance for Technology Acquisition
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state&#39;s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative supports SC/ST entrepreneurs and strengthens MSMEs, making them globally competitive.
The component &quot;Assistance for Technology Acquisition&quot; supports enterprises in acquiring appropriate technology for their product or process, covering up to 70% of the cost including royalty payments for the first 2 years.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance:
 Covers 70% of the cost of technology acquisition, up to ₹50,00,000/-.


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise run by SC/ST entrepreneur.
   1. New and existing enterprises engaged in manufacturing or process improvement.
   1. The enterprise must acquire technology from a recognized institution.
   1. The technology must be relevant to the product or process of the enterprise.
   1. The MoU/Agreement/Contract must be signed within one year.
   1. The enterprise must obtain prior approval from the MSME Commissionerate.

&gt; **Note:** 


  - **SC/ST Enterprise:** SC/ST Enterprise means the enterprise in which contribution of SC/ST entrepreneur is 51% or more.
Goa State Employment Subsidy Scheme for the Industries, 2008
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Goa

Details:
Launched in 2008, the scheme "Goa State Employment Subsidy Scheme for the Industries, 2008" by the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa aimed to promote industrial growth, create a healthy environment for setting up new industrial units, revive sick industrial units, provide employment to local youths, and create manpower suitable to the needs of the industry. The scheme offered additional benefits such as a 5% increase in local employment subsidy, preference in capital contribution, and increased interest subsidy limits. Eligibility was limited to manufacturing units, including new and existing micro, small, medium, and large enterprises, with a focus on units employing 80% local manpower. The scheme was implemented by the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, with a Task Force Committee responsible for scrutinizing and recommending benefits. The scheme was in force until 31st March 2011.

Benefits:
Additional Benefits
5% additional benefit under the Local Employment Subsidy Scheme.
Preference in Capital Contribution and under Special Capital Contribution Schemes.
Increased interest subsidy limit from 1% to 2% of turnover, with 35% of interest paid (up from 30%), subject to an overall ceiling of ₹8,00,000/-.
Subsidy Quantum
For new units in developed talukas: 25% subsidy.
For new units in less developed talukas: Additional 10% subsidy (total 35%).
For existing micro and small units in developed talukas: 10% subsidy.
For existing micro and small units in less developed talukas: Additional 5% subsidy (total 15%).
For sick units under revival plan: Subsidy defined by the appropriate authority, subject to a maximum of 25%.
Total subsidy did not exceed 40% including all additional benefits.
Disbursement
50% of the amount was paid upon signing the agreement.
The remaining 50% was paid via bonds bearing 6% interest, payable after 5 years, subject to the unit being functional and employing 80% local youths at maturity.
Disbursement was made within 15 days of claim finalization.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Only manufacturing units were eligible.
- New and existing Micro and Small Enterprises registered with the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce.
- Medium and large units approved by the High-Powered Coordination Committee after 1st April 2008.
- Units had to employ 80% local manpower (contract/temporary/daily wage employees not considered).
- Units had to fall under "Green", "Orange", or specified "Orange" categories.

_*Proprietor, partner, promoters, directors, or their relatives (spouse, father, mother, son/daughter, grandparent, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brother, sister, first cousin) were not considered employees for subsidy claims._
> **Preference/Priority**

Women-owned proprietary concerns (100% ownership) and partnership firms (51% ownership by women, with at least one additional partner other than husband, father, brother, or son).
Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME):  Assistance for Saving in Consumption of Energy and Water
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The  &quot;Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)&quot; is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state&#39;s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative supports entrepreneurs and strengthens MSMEs, making them globally competitive.
The component &quot;Assistance for Saving in Consumption of Energy and Water&quot; provides financial assistance to both existing and new enterprises that take measures to reduce their energy and water consumption. The initiative encourages industries to adopt energy-efficient and water-saving practices by reimbursing audit costs and providing subsidies on recommended equipment.

Benefits:
Reimbursement for Energy/Water Audit: 
75% cost of energy/water audit conducted by a recognized institution/ consultant subject to maximum ₹ 50,000/- for each will be reimbursed once during the operative period of the scheme.
Subsidy on Recommended Equipment: 
25% of the cost of equipment recommended by the Auditing authority subject to a maximum ₹20,00,000/- one time assistance will be eligible during the operative period of the scheme.

Eligibility Criteria:
- The applicant must be an existing or new enterprise.
  - The enterprise must conduct an energy/water audit from a recognized institution.
  - The enterprise must achieve a minimum 10% reduction in energy/water consumption after implementing audit recommendations.
  - The applicant must install equipment as per the recommendations of the auditing authority.
  - Enterprises with increased energy/water consumption due to production growth will be reviewed separately.
Incentives to Women Entrepreneurs Scheme, 2008
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Goa

Details:
Launched in 2008, the scheme "Incentives to Women Entrepreneurs Scheme, 2008" by the Directorate of Industries, Trade and Commerce, Government of Goa aimed to encourage women entrepreneurship and promote self-employment by providing additional incentives to women-owned industrial units. The scheme offered benefits such as interest subsidies, additional employment subsidies, and preferential treatment under capital contribution schemes. Eligible units included those owned by women, either as proprietary concerns or partnerships, with specific ownership criteria. The scheme remained in force until 31st March 2011.

Benefits:
Interest Subsidy
The interest subsidy was applicable from the interest of the quarter preceding the quarter of the first commercial production date.
The benefit under this scheme was for a period of 5 years (20 quarters) from the quarter of applicability.
The subsidy was limited to 1% of the total net turnover or 30% of the interest paid by the units, whichever was less, subject to a ceiling of ₹5,00,000/- per annum.
In case of the Interest Subsidy Scheme, the prescribed limit of 1% of turnover was increased to 2%, and 30% of interest paid was increased to 35%, subject to an overall ceiling of ₹8,00,000/-.
Additional Benefits
5% additional benefit was provided under the Local Employment Subsidy Scheme, over and above what was eligible under the original scheme.
Preference was given in Capital Contribution and under Special Capital Contribution Schemes.
*The Task Force Committee disbursed the amount payable within 6 months from the date of receipt of the application.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Only partnership and proprietary concerns were eligible, provided the ownership was with women to the extent of 100% in case of proprietary concerns and 51% in case of partnership firms.
- In partnership firms, the balance share of 49% should not be entirely held by the husband, father, brother, or son, and there had to be at least one additional partner other than these relatives.
- Units that had gone into commercial production or service on or after the date of publication of this scheme were eligible.
- Women entrepreneurs were given preference under the Capital Contribution and Special Capital Contribution Schemes.
Self-Employment Scheme: Nana Vyavasay Mate Loan Yojana
Category: Banking,Financial Services and Insurance, Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
&quot;Nana Vyavasay Mate Loan Yojana&quot; is a component under the &quot;Self-Employment Scheme&quot; introduced by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Gujarat. Under this scheme, for any self-employment business like a business or grocery shop, medical store, readymade garment store, bookstore, etc., a loan of up to ₹10,00,000/- or the actual expenditure incurred, whichever is less, will be provided by the Corporation. The scheme is being implemented by the Gujarat Unreserved Education and Economical Development Corporation. The scheme is being implemented by the Gujarat Unreserved Education and Economical Development Corporation.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance: 
Loan up to ₹10,00,000/- or actual expenditure, whichever is lower.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
   1. The applicant must belong to the unreserved category.
   1. The applicant&#39;s age should be between 18 years and 50 years.
   1. The small business will have to be started within three months of obtaining the loan.
   1. The applicant must be willing to repay the loan in equal monthly installments over 5 years after three months of starting the business.
   1. The annual income limit of the family should be ₹6,00,000/- or less.

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**Note:** 

   1. The interest rate on the loan will be 5 percent simple interest per annum and 4 percent for women.
   1. The simple interest will be calculated based on the amount of the loan given per year.
   1. Only 1 person from a family can avail of the scheme benefits.
   1. A maximum of 5 beneficiaries per village will be selected.
Market Development Assistance to MSMEs: Assistance to Organizers for Organizing Industrial Exhibitions in Gujarat
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &amp;amp;quot;Assistance to Organizers for Organizing Industrial Exhibitions in Gujarat&amp;amp;quot; under the &amp;amp;quot;Market Development Assistance to MSMEs&amp;amp;quot; introduced by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, aims to offer reimbursement for stall rent, product literature, and display materials to MSMEs participating in exhibitions at state, national, and international levels.

Benefits:
Electricity Cost Reimbursement: 
60% of the electricity bill incurred during the exhibition and pre-preparation period will be reimbursed.

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The organizer must be an industry association, federation of industries association, or chamber of commerce.
   1. The exhibition must be organized in the interest of the manufacturing sector.
   1. Prior approval from the MSME Commissioner is mandatory.
   1. The exhibition must be held during the policy period.
   1. Reimbursement will be based on the actual expenditure incurred.
Gujarat Textile Policy: Assistance for Saving in Consumption of Energy and Water
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Gujarat Textile Policy&quot; is an umbrella scheme introduced by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aimed at augmenting investments in the textile sector and strengthening the textile value chain across each sub-sector, while also focusing on strengthening the garments and apparel as well as technical textiles industry. Effective from October 1st, 2024 to September 29th, 2029, this initiative focuses on reducing the carbon footprint and promoting green growth, thereby making the sector globally competitive and environmentally sustainable.
The component &quot;Assistance for Saving in Consumption of Energy and Water&quot; provides financial assistance to existing and new industrial units that take steps to reduce energy and water consumption. It covers part of the cost for energy/water audits and the purchase of recommended equipment to encourage efficient resource usage.

Benefits:
Reimbursement for Energy/Water Audit: 
75% of the cost of an energy or water audit conducted by a recognized institution/consultant, up to a maximum of ₹50,000/-, will be reimbursed once during the policy period.
Equipment Cost Assistance:
 25% of the cost of equipment recommended by the auditing authority, up to a maximum of ₹20,00,000/-, will be provided as one-time assistance.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Both existing and new industrial units can apply.
- The unit must take specific actions to reduce energy and water consumption.
- Minimum 10% reduction in energy or water consumption is required previous 12 months before audit to be eligible for equipment cost assistance.
Gujarat Textile Policy: Payroll Assistance
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The &quot;Gujarat Textile Policy&quot; is an umbrella scheme introduced by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aimed at augmenting investments in the textile sector and strengthening the textile value chain across each sub-sector, while also focusing on strengthening the garments and apparel as well as technical textiles industry. Effective from October 1st, 2024 to September 29th, 2029, this initiative focuses on reducing the carbon footprint and promoting green growth, thereby making the sector globally competitive and environmentally sustainable.
The component &quot;Payroll Assistance&quot; provides financial support to industrial units by offering monetary assistance for the wages of workers. This scheme aims to promote employment and encourage industries in Gujarat, particularly in sectors like Garments, Apparel, Made-ups, and Technical Textiles, including Composite Units.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance
Activity
Payroll Assistance
Garment, Apparel& Made-ups (including Composite Unit) 
₹5,000/- per Female Worker & ₹4,000/- per Male Worker per month
Technical Textile (including Composite Unit) 
₹3,000/- per Female Worker & ₹2,000 per Male Worker per month 


Eligibility Criteria:
1. The scheme is applicable to industrial units in the Garment, Apparel & Made-ups, and Technical Textile sectors (including Composite Units).
1. The workers must be domiciled in Gujarat and registered under the EPF scheme.
1. The unit must apply within one year from the Date of Commercial Production (DoCP).
Schemes for welfare of School Children belonging to BPL and BC(A) families: Monthly Stipend for BC-A Students
Category: Education & Learning
Level: State | State: Haryana

Details:
The scheme &quot;Schemes for Welfare of School Children Belonging to BPL and BC(A) Families: Monthly Stipend for BC-A Students&quot; was launched by the Government of Haryana during the financial year 2009-10. It aims to provide financial assistance to students from Backward Class Category (A) (BC-A) families to support their education. Under this scheme, a monthly stipend is provided to students from BC(A) families studying in classes 1 to 12 in Haryana Government schools.

Benefits:
A.  Admissible Monthly Stipend for BC(A) Girl Students:
Class 1 to 5: ₹150/- per month
Class 6 to 8: ₹200/- per month
Class 9 to 12: ₹300/- per month
Class 11 to 12 
(Science Students only)
: ₹400/- per month
A.  Admissible Monthly Stipend for BC(A) Boy Students:
Class 1 to 5: ₹75/- per month
Class 6 to 8: ₹100/- per month
Class 9 to 12: ₹150/- per month
Class 11 to 12 (
Science Students only
): ₹200/- per month
Mode of Disbursement:
Direct transfer to students' bank accounts.
Frequency of Disbursement:
Monthly basis.
Expected Time of Disbursement:
Funds to be transferred at the beginning of each quarter.
Validity:
Applicable for the duration of the academic session.
Attendance criteria: Minimum 50% attendance required for next installment

Eligibility Criteria:
1. The applicant should belong to the Backward Classes category (A).
1. The applicant should be a student from Classes 1 to 12.
1. The applicant should be enrolled in a Haryana Government school.
1. The applicant should maintain at least 50% attendance to continue receiving benefits.
1. The applicant should have an active bank account for stipend transfer.
Interest Subvention against long terms loan to the Co-operative sugar societies (Normal Area) (Tribal Area)
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme "Interest Subvention against long terms loan to the Co-operative sugar societies (Normal Area) (Tribal Area)" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provides interest subvention to sugar cooperative societies that availed loans for the payment of sugarcane arrears for the 2018-19 season. The central government covers 1 year of interest subsidy from the loan withdrawal date, after which the state government continues the subsidy for a maximum of 4 years at the lower of the actual interest or 7%.

Benefits:

Name of the Component	
Standard of Assistance	
Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits
Interest Subvention against long terms loan to the Co-operative sugar societies	
Interest actually paid on the bank loan amount taken by the Sugar Cooperative or 7% or whichever is less for a maximum period of 4 (four) years or interest concession on loan repayment (whichever is earlier).
1 year of interest subvention to be paid by the Government of India from the date of withdrawal of this loan on the amount of bank loan taken by the State Sugar Co-operative Societies for affiliated purposes under the announced scheme for soft loan interest subvention on loans obtained for the payment of sugarcane arrears for the year 2018-19 for the respective sugarcane prices. Interest subvention paid by the State Government on interest actually payable or 7 percent or whichever is less for a maximum period of 4 (four) years or till the loan repayment (whichever is earlier)	


Eligibility Criteria:
- Sugar Co-operative Societies which have availed loan for payment of sugarcane arrears for the year 2018-19 for the respective sugarcane prices will be eligible for this scheme.
AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization
Category: Agriculture,Rural & Environment
Level: State | State: Gujarat

Details:
The scheme &quot;AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization&quot; introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to help farmers by providing financial support for farm mechanization through Agro Service Providers, making agriculture more productive and cost-effective.

Benefits:

Name of the Component
Standard of Assistance (General areas)
Standard of Assistance (Tribal areas)
Agro Service Provider Unit
Up to 75% or limited to ₹7,50,000/- (40% in the 1st year, 10% in the 2nd and 3rd years, and 7.5% in the 4th and 5th years)
Up to 85% or limited to ₹8,50,000/- (50% in the 1st year, 10% in the 2nd and 3rd years, and 7.5% in the 4th and 5th years)
Note: 
Assistance is available once in a lifetime for eligible applicants.

Eligibility Criteria:
> **Eligible entities:**


- Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS)
- Farmer Groups
- Farmer Producer Companies
- Cooperative Institutions
- Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Sakhi Mandals

> **Eligible Individuals with relevant agricultural education:**


- Diploma in Agriculture
- Graduate in Agriculture
- Postgraduate in Agriculture
- Bachelor of Rural Studies (B.R.S.)
West Bengal Incentive Scheme for Approved Industrial Park (SAIP) for MSMEs: Incentive for Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP)
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Level: State | State: West Bengal

Details:
The scheme “Incentive for Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP)” is a sub scheme under the “West Bengal Incentive Scheme for Approved Industrial Park (SAIP) for MSMEs”. It was launched on 16th September, 2020, by the Department of Micro, Small &amp; Medium Enterprises and Textiles, Government of West Bengal, shall remain in force up to 5 years.
> **Objective of the &quot;West Bengal Incentive Scheme for Approved Industrial Park (SAIP) for MSMEs”:**

The objective of the Scheme is to provide state support in the form of fiscal and non fiscal incentives in order to encourage private sector to set up industrial parks on their own land with quality infrastructure so as to catalyze and promote growth of MSME units in the state, boost employment generation, and lead to technology advancement and improved environmental compliance.
> **Objective of the &quot;Incentive for Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP)&quot; Sub-scheme:**

Through this incentive, an approved Industrial Park shall be entitled to incentive as reimbursement for installation of CETP, wherever applicable, based on land area of AIP. While calculating incentive for CETP, the land area in acres will be taken as least whole number.

Benefits:
An Approved Industrial Park shall be entitled to incentive as reimbursement for installation of CETP, wherever applicable, based on land area of AIP of ₹5,00,000/- per acre.
Note: 
While calculating incentive for CETP, the land area in acres will be taken as least whole number.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Should be a Private sector entity or Existing/ Operational industrial parks.
  - Should have a minimum of 5 acres of legally owned land (by direct purchase or lease from the State Government).
  - Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) must be registered under Companies Act/ Societies Registration Act/Partnership Act/ LLP.
  - Park area should be expanded up to minimum 5 acres in outlying districts and minimum 2 acres in Kolkata and Howrah.
  - The individual units have complied with all the necessary clearances for land conversion, fire licence, environmental issues, building plan etc.