Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance in Implementation of Information and Communication Technology
The “Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs” aims to empower the state’s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports.
About This Scheme
The “Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for MSMEs” is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state’s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027, this initiative supports growth, investments, and the vision of “Aatmanirbhar Gujarat” and “Aatmanirbhar Bharat.”
The component “Assistance in Implementation of Information and Communication Technology ” offers financial assistance to enterprises for the implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions, including hardware for cloud computing and networking.
Benefits
Capital Expenditure Support:
Up to 65% of the capital expenditure related to ICT facilities is eligible for reimbursement.
Maximum assistance is up to ₹5,00,000/- during the operative period of the scheme.
Coverage for Previous Expenditure:
Enterprises opting for the scheme can also receive assistance for expenses incurred during the previous scheme’s operative period until the date of issue of this GR.
Eligibility Criteria
The firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise.
The enterprise must have obtained acknowledgment or registration from the Ministry of MSME or the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), as applicable.
New manufacturing enterprises or existing ones undertaking expansion or diversification are eligible.
The enterprise must commence commercial production during the scheme’s operative period.
The scheme is available to all eligible enterprises that plan to implement ICT solutions, such as hardware for cloud computing and networking.
Exclusions
Enterprises not engaged in the implementation of ICT solutions are not eligible.
Expenditures incurred after the operative period of the scheme are not eligible for assistance.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the
Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
portal. Click on “New Investor Registration” to access the registration form.
Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on “Submit”.
Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your registered E-mail ID.
Step-4: After verification, you will be registered successfully.
Post-Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the
Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
portal. Click on “Login”.
Step-2: Enter the email address and password you used during registration.
Step-3: Click the “Login” button to access your account.
Step-4: Now fill in the required details and mandatory documents about your business to complete the application process.
Helpdesk:
Contact Us.
New Enterprise
A New Enterprise means an enterprise set up by the MSME, that has commenced commercial production/ rendering of services during the operative period of the scheme, provided it satisfies the following conditions:
The new enterprise should have obtained acknowledgement/ registration from Ministry of MSME or DPIIT, as the case may be.
The new enterprise should have separately identifiable fixed capital investment.
However, the enterprise will not lose its eligibility, if the utilities of an existing project, such as for water, electricity, steam, gas, pollution control facilities etc. are utilized.
Existing Enterprise
An Existing Enterprise means an MSME that is in production/is rendering services before initiating the expansion/diversification. A new enterprise set up during the operative period of the scheme, will be termed as existing enterprise in reference to the expansion/ diversification.
Gross Fixed Capital Investment (GFCI)
Gross Fixed Capital Investment means the investment made in building, plant and machinery, utilities, tools and equipment, and other assets (excluding Land) required for manufacturing the end product/ rendering of services. Assets acquired and paid for during the eligible investment period of the project under this scheme shall be considered for determining the gross fixed capital investment.
Eligible Fixed Capital Investment (EFCI)
Eligible Fixed Capital Investment means following investments made on or after the date of issue of this GR and up to the last date of the eligible investment period.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
The firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise.
The enterprise must have obtained acknowledgment or registration from the Ministry of MSME or the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), as applicable.
New manufacturing enterprises or existing ones undertaking expansion or diversification are eligible.
The enterprise must commence commercial production during the scheme's operative period.
The scheme is available to all eligible enterprises that plan to implement ICT solutions, such as hardware for cloud computing and networking.
Benefits
Capital Expenditure Support:
Up to 65% of the capital expenditure related to ICT facilities is eligible for reimbursement.
Maximum assistance is up to ₹5,00,000/- during the operative period of the scheme.
Coverage for Previous Expenditure:
Enterprises opting for the scheme can also receive assistance for expenses incurred during the previous scheme’s operative period until the date of issue of this GR.
Application Process
Apply OfflineRegistration Process:
Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
portal. Click on "New Investor Registration" to access the registration form.
Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on "Submit".
Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your registered E-mail ID.
Step-4: After verification, you will be registered successfully.
Post-Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
portal. Click on "Login".
Step-2: Enter the email address and password you used during registration.
Step-3: Click the "Login" button to access your account.
Step-4: Now fill in the required details and mandatory documents about your business to complete the application process.
Helpdesk: Contact Us.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance in Implementation of Information and Communication Technology |
| Short Title | AGMSMEICT |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Categories | Business & Entrepreneurship |
| States | Gujarat |
| Gender | All |
| Age Range | Any — 65 years |
| Area | Both |
| Source | myScheme.gov.in ↗ |