Sarkari Yojana

Market Development Assistance to MSMEs: Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)

Gujarat
Quick Summary: This Gujarat Market Development Assistance to MSMEs component reimburses manufacturing MSMEs 75% of exhibition costs (60% abroad), up to ₹5,00,000 for international shows outside India. Applications are made on the Investor Facilitation Portal.

About Market Development Assistance to MSMEs: Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)

Introduced by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, as part of “Market Development Assistance to MSMEs”, the component “Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)” reimburses MSMEs for stall rent, product literature and display materials when they take part in exhibitions at state, national and international levels.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Business Entity

Launch / Open Date

07 Aug 2020

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Market Development Assistance to MSMEs: Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only MSME units in the manufacturing sector qualify

Only MSME units in the manufacturing sector qualify.

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The unit has to be situated in Gujarat

The unit has to be situated in Gujarat.

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Throughout the scheme's operative period, the unit must…

Throughout the scheme's operative period, the unit must be in production.

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Eligible events are State, National and level Exhibitions/Trade…

Eligible events are State, National and level Exhibitions/Trade fairs held in India by industry associations, federations, chambers of commerce and the State Government (or its Agency), and/or events held outside India.

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An application must reach the department within six…

An application must reach the department within six months of taking part in the exhibition.

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International level exhibitions qualify if approved by the…

International level exhibitions qualify if approved by the Ministry of MSME, India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO), Engineering Exports Promotion Council (EEPC), Federation of Indian Export Organization (FIEO) etc. and as approved by SLEC.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Market Development Assistance to MSMEs: Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

Exhibition-wise assistance (cost of stall rent + cost of product literature and display material):

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State Level Exhibition:

75% of the cost is reimbursed, up to ₹50,000, of which product literature and display material can account for at most ₹10,000/-.

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National Level Exhibition:

reimbursement is 75%, with a ceiling of ₹1,00,000 and a ₹10,000/- cap on product literature and display material.

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International Level (Inside India):

units recover 75%, subject to a maximum of ₹2,00,000, with product literature and display material limited to ₹20,000/-.

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International Level (Outside India):

assistance falls to 60%, capped at ₹5,00,000, and up to ₹50,000/- may go towards product literature and display material. Participation Limit:

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State, National, and International (Inside India) exhibitions:

support can be claimed a maximum of 5 times (total).

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International (Outside India) exhibitions:

claims are allowed a maximum of 3 times (total). Note:

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Components not claimed under the State Government scheme…

Components not claimed under the State Government scheme may be claimed under the Central Government Scheme, and the reverse also applies.

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Combined assistance from the State and Central Government…

Combined assistance from the State and Central Government Schemes cannot exceed the actual expenditure.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Certificate of MSME Registration

Certificate of MSME Registration.

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The Udyam Registration Number

The Udyam Registration Number.

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Certificate of GST Registration

Certificate of GST Registration.

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The enterprise's PAN Card

The enterprise's PAN Card.

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Invoices and proof of payment for stall rent,…

Invoices and proof of payment for stall rent, product literature and display materials.

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Certificate confirming participation in the exhibition

Certificate confirming participation in the exhibition.

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Photos of the stall as set up at…

Photos of the stall as set up at the exhibition.

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Bank account details for the reimbursement

Bank account details for the reimbursement.

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Other documents, if required

Other documents, if required.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

2020-08-07

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Market Development Assistance to MSMEs: Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International) through the online application process outlined below.

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Application Process

Registration Process:

Step-1: Open the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) and click "New Investor Registration" to bring up the registration form.

Step-2: Complete the Registration Form and press "Submit".

Step-3: A verification link will be sent to your registered E-mail ID; use it to verify the address.

Step-4: Your registration is complete once verification is done.

Post-Registration Process:

Step-1: Return to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) and select "Login".

Step-2: Type in the email address and password chosen at registration.

Step-3: Press the "Login" button to enter your account.

Step-4: Provide the requested business details and upload the mandatory documents to finish the application.

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Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible

- The Enterprise that has received assistance under this scheme will not be entitled to avail benefit of any other state Government Scheme for the same component/purpose, unless specifically specified under that scheme.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References