Sarkari Yojana

Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance for Technology Acquisition

Gujarat
Quick Summary: The Technology Acquisition component of the Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for MSMEs reimburses 65% of the cost of acquiring technology. Assistance goes up to ₹50,00,000/-, including two years of royalty payments.

About Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance for Technology Acquisition

Gujarat’s Industries and Mines Department set up the “Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for MSMEs” as an umbrella scheme to empower the state’s energetic MSME sector, which contributes meaningfully to employment, GDP and exports. It is effective from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027, and fosters investment and growth for “Aatmanirbhar Gujarat” and “Aatmanirbhar Bharat.” The “Assistance for Technology Acquisition” component helps enterprises obtain suitable technology for their products or processes, meeting up to 85% of the cost, including royalty paid in the first 2 years.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Business Entity

Launch / Open Date

05 Oct 2022

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance for Technology Acquisition, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise

The applicant firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise.

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It should have acknowledgment or registration from the…

It should have acknowledgment or registration from the Ministry of MSME or the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), as applicable.

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New manufacturing enterprises, and existing ones taking up…

New manufacturing enterprises, and existing ones taking up expansion or diversification, qualify.

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Commercial production has to begin within the scheme's…

Commercial production has to begin within the scheme's operative period.

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

Benefits Provided

Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance for Technology Acquisition provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

Financial Assistance:

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65% of the cost of acquiring technology is…

65% of the cost of acquiring technology is met.

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The ceiling is ₹50,00,000/-, which includes royalty payments…

The ceiling is ₹50,00,000/-, which includes royalty payments for two years. Eligibility for Prior Costs:

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Enterprises choosing this scheme can also claim assistance…

Enterprises choosing this scheme can also claim assistance for costs incurred under the earlier scheme during the operative period.

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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Udyam/IEM/LOI Registration certificate (a copy)

Udyam/IEM/LOI Registration certificate (a copy).

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Enterprise constitution (Memorandum of association, partnership deed, etc)

Enterprise constitution (Memorandum of association, partnership deed, etc).

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Power of attorney / Board Resolution authorising the…

Power of attorney / Board Resolution authorising the signatory/consent letter.

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Signed and stamped MOU/Agreement/Contract for the technology acquisition…

Signed and stamped MOU/Agreement/Contract for the technology acquisition (a copy).

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Patent certificate covering the technology (where applicable)

Patent certificate covering the technology (where applicable).

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CA certificate on fixed capital investment

CA certificate on fixed capital investment.

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Bills for expenses incurred (copies)

Bills for expenses incurred (copies).

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Bank statement with relevant transactions highlighted (a copy)

Bank statement with relevant transactions highlighted (a copy).

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Self-certified shareholding pattern (a copy, where applicable)

Self-certified shareholding pattern (a copy, where applicable).

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Short write-up on the technology on letterhead, explaining…

Short write-up on the technology on letterhead, explaining its benefits and the outcome/result after adoption.

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Audited report with balance sheet/Annual Audit Report (most…

Audited report with balance sheet/Annual Audit Report (most recent, where applicable).

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Project report/Technical Presentation on the technology

Project report/Technical Presentation on the technology.

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Term loan particulars as given in the bank…

Term loan particulars as given in the bank sanction letter (where applicable).

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PAN cards of the enterprise, its promoters/directors/partners and…

PAN cards of the enterprise, its promoters/directors/partners and the authorized signatory.

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GST registration certificate (where applicable)

GST registration certificate (where applicable).

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Report from the technology provider

Report from the technology provider.

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GPCB consent (where applicable)

GPCB consent (where applicable).

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Estimated project cost and means of finance for…

Estimated project cost and means of finance for the technology being acquired.

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Supporting papers in the case of an SC/ST…

Supporting papers in the case of an SC/ST enterprise.

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

2022-10-05

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance for Technology Acquisition through the online application process outlined below.

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Application Process

Registration Process:

Step-1: Go to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal on the web and open the registration form by clicking "New Investor Registration".

Step-2: Record your details in the Registration Form and click "Submit".

Step-3: Confirm the E-mail ID by clicking the link that has been sent to your registered E-mail ID.

Step-4: Following this confirmation, you are successfully registered.

Post-Registration Process:

Step-1: Go to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal on the web and click "Login".

Step-2: Type in your registered email address and the password you created.

Step-3: Click the "Login" button, which lets you into your account.

Step-4: Enter the necessary business particulars and attach the mandatory documents to complete the process.

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

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References