Capital Subsidy to Existing Hotels for Renovation/Modernization & Upgradation
State: Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Tourism Department
Category: Travel & Tourism, Business & Entrepreneurship
Beneficiary Type: Business Entity

The scheme aims to incentivize existing hotels and resorts in Madhya Pradesh to upgrade their facilities to Deluxe, 4-Star, or higher categories. It provides capital subsidy benefits to private investors and hotel owners who undertake significant renovation and modernization projects.

Benefits:
##### **Subsidy For Upgradation To Deluxe Hotels**
Existing standard hotels (minimum 50 rooms) and mini resorts (minimum 20 rooms) upgrading to Deluxe Hotels/Resorts are eligible for capital subsidy as per the tourism policy under such category.
##### **Subsidy For Upgradation To 4-Star or Higher**
Existing Deluxe hotels and resorts upgrading to 4-star or higher category Hotels (minimum 75 rooms) or Resorts (minimum 25 rooms) are eligible for capital subsidy as per the tourism policy under such category.
##### **Additional Subsidy**
An additional 5% Capital Investment Subsidy shall be given to tourism projects established in distant and ulterior areas.
##### **Conditions**

- _It will be mandatory for all units, who have availed subsidy to run the units at least for three years from the date of availing the subsidy._
- _Such units will submit a self-declaration on or before 15th of April every year regarding continuous operation of the unit._
- _On non-compliance regarding the closure of the unit, the investor shall have to return the subsidy amount as follows:_
- _Closure of unit within 1 year from the date of receipt of subsidy: 80% amount of subsidy has to be refunded._
- _Closure of unit within 2 years from the date of receipt of subsidy: 60% amount of subsidy to be refunded._
- _Closure of unit within 3 years from the date of receipt of subsidy: 50% amount of subsidy to be refunded._

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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be an existing Standard Hotel or Mini Resort to apply for Category A upgradation.
- The applicant must ensure the upgraded facility meets the criteria for Deluxe Hotels (minimum 50 rooms) or Resorts (minimum 20 rooms) under Category A.
- The applicant must make a minimum investment of ₹10,00,00,000/- to be eligible for the subsidy under Category A.
- The applicant must be an existing Deluxe Hotel or Resort to apply for Category B upgradation.
- The applicant must ensure the upgraded facility meets the criteria for 4-star or higher category Hotels (minimum 75 rooms) or Resorts (minimum 25 rooms) under Category B.
- The applicant must make a minimum investment of ₹25,00,00,000/- to be eligible for the subsidy under Category B.
- The applicant must claim subsidy only on capital investment made after the enforcement of this Policy.
- The applicant must submit the application in the prescribed format within 1 year from the date of commencement of operation.
- The applicant must not claim Investment Promotion Assistance if they are claiming capital subsidy under this policy.

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Application Process:
[Offline]
Registration ProcessStep 1: The applicant must visit the Madhya Pradesh Government's Invest Portal, and initiate the registration process as a "Vendor / Investor".
Step 2: The applicant must fill in the basic information section by selecting the appropriate "Type of Organisation" from the available options, which include Public Limited Company, Private Limited, LLP, Proprietorship Firm, Partnership Firm, Cooperative, Trust, FPO, and Individual. The applicant must enter the "Firm/Company Name" and the "Authorized Person Name" to establish the identity of the entity.
Step 3: The applicant must enter a valid email ID and mobile number. The Application Number, User ID, password, and all other important communications will be sent to this registered email ID.
Step 4: The applicant must complete the basic registration form submission. The system generates a User ID and password, which are shared directly with the applicant's registered mobile number.
Step 5: The authorized person logs in to the portal using the User ID and password received on the registered mobile number to process the company's activities. After the initial login, the applicant must update their profile to complete the full registration process before proceeding to apply for the scheme.
Application ProcessStep 1: The applicant must apply for and secure mandatory permissions through the online single-window system within the stipulated time frames. Then, the applicant must do the following - 
Complete the construction, ensuring the minimum capital expenditure is met.
Commence commercial operations and gather proof of operation.
Step 2: The applicant must submit the capital subsidy application online within one year from the date of commencement of operation. Upload all required documents, ensuring all files meet the specified format requirements (e.g., JPG for photos).
Step 3: The Tourism Department/Board verifies the application and documents and processes the subsidy claim.

Documents Required:
Company/Firm DocumentationBrief Note on the Business Antecedents of the Promoters (Not More Than 60 Words)
Copy of Proof of Legal Authorized Person from Unit
Memorandum and Articles of Association (if Public/Private Limited Company)
Partnership Deed and Certificate of Registration (if Partnership)
Name and Address of Proprietor/Certificate of Registration (if Proprietary Concern)
Registration Details from Competent Authority (if Legal Entity Other Than Above)
Copy of Certificate of Establishment of Firm/Company
Land and Property DocumentsCertified Khasra (Land Record Ownership Document)
Site Map (Land Record Ownership Document)
Registered Sale Deed or Lease Deed (Title Document)
Project and Planning DocumentsCopy of Project Report
Certificate from HRACC (if Applicable)
Copy of Certificate from Town and Country Planning (TNCP)
Copy of Map Sanctioned by the Local Authority (Municipal Corporation, Municipality Etc.)
Copy of the Building Permission Granted by the Appropriate Authority
Copy of Approved Floor Plan
Completion Certificate from Competent Authority
Financial DocumentsTotal Project Cost Certificate Certified by Certified Engineer/Valuer
Total Capital Cost Certificate Certified by CA
Debt Details from Concerned Financial Institution
Operational DocumentsProof of Date of Commercial Operation (Copy of First Lodging Bill)
Proof of Date of Commercial Operation (Copy of First Catering Bill)
Proof of Date of Commercial Operation (Copy of First Bill of Service/Facility Provided)
Photographs of Unit/Project from 3 Different Angles (JPG Format Not More Than 500 KB Size)
Banking and Identity DocumentsCancelled Cheque of the Firm/Company
Copy of PAN Card
Copy of Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card/ Voter ID/ Passport Etc.)
Copy of Vender Form