Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Interventions: Reimbursement of Testing and Certification Cost in Wire Cable Industry- DNH&DD
State: Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
Ministry: null
Department: Department of Industries
Category: Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Industries

This intervention aims to enhance the quality standards and global competitiveness of MSMEs in the Wire & Cable industry by supporting product testing and certification, thereby improving access to domestic and international markets.

Benefits:
This intervention aims to enhance the quality standards and global competitiveness of MSMEs in the Wire &amp; Cable industry operating within the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, thereby improving their access to domestic and international markets. Under this intervention, the UT Administration will provide financial assistance in the form of reimbursement of costs incurred by MSMEs for product testing and certification, facilitating compliance with market entry requirements and industry standards.
> **Quantum of Assistance (Testing and Certification cost in wire cable industry):**

1. Eligible MSMEs shall receive reimbursement up to {5,00,000 (Rupees Five Lakhs only) or the actual cost incurred for Testing and Certification, whichever is lower. 
1. A minimum of 20 MSME units in the Wire &amp; Cable industry shall be supported under this intervention.

> **Conditions for Assistance (Testing and Certification cost in wire cable industry):**

1. MSME unit must be engaged in the manufacturing of Wire and Cable products.
1. The expenditure must pertain specifically to product testing and certification carried out by accredited/recognised institutions or agencies.
1. The testing/certification agency should possess a valid national/international accreditation.
1. The MSME unit must provide valid invoices and payment proofs for the testing/certification services availed.
1. MSMEs may claim reimbursement of eligible certification and testing costs, including the cost of certification renewal, subject to the reimbursement cap specified under the intervention.
1. The following categories of product testing and certifications shall be eligible for reimbursement under this intervention. This shall include, but not be limited to, certifications accredited by government-recognised bodies or authorised agencies, subject to prior approval by the competent authority.

  - CE Certification
  - UL Certification (USA/Canada)
  - RoHS Compliance
  - REACH Compliance
  - ISO 9001
  - ISO 14001
  - ISO 45001
  - CPR Certification (EU)
  - BASEC Certification
  - BIS Certification
  - Type Test Reports from NABL-accredited laboratories.

1. The MSME unit must have been operational for a minimum period of one year prior to the date of application.

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Eligibility:
1. The unit must be Udyam registered with operations in the UT of DNH&amp;DD.
1. Eligibility of MSME units in the Manufacturing or Service sector, upon commencement of commercial production or service operations, shall be governed by the duration of operation criteria as outlined in the relevant intervention of the scheme.
1. Eligibility of the MSME unit shall be subject to the detailed conditions specified under the respective scheme provisions.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: The applicant should visit the web portal: http://swp.dddgov.in.
Step 2: The applicant should fill in the prescribed application form (Annexure I) for the respective component.
Step 3: The applicant should upload all required documents as per Annexure II.
Step 4: The application should be submitted online to the General Manager, District Industries Centre (DIC).
Step 5: The UT RAMP Programme Committee (UTRPC) will scrutinise and verify the application.
Step 6: Based on recommendations, the DIC will issue a sanction order.
Step 7: The approved subsidy will be credited to the applicant’s Loan or Cash Credit account via RTGS/NEFT.
Step 8: The application will be processed within 90 days after submission of complete documents.
Step 9: Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to the availability of funds.

Documents Required:
Udyam Registration Certificate
Registration documents (Partnership deed, Incorporation Certificate, etc.)
GST Registration
PAN Card
Certificate/Report issued by the Agency against which reimbursement is claimed
Invoice(s) and payment proof(s) for testing/certification
GST Return/Audited Balance Sheet for the last financial year (as applicable)
Cancelled Cheque (for RTGS/NEFT)
Undertaking/Declaration on non-judicial stamp paper (Annexure-III)
Chartered Accountant certified bills