Banglashree for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises: Subsidy for Patent Registration (PRS)
Banglashree for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises: Subsidy for Patent Registration (PRS)
The "Subsidy for Patent Registration (PRS)" initiative, part of the "Banglashree for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises" scheme, is an empowering program introduced by the Government of West Bengal. Launched on April 1, 2020, this scheme aims to reimburse expenses associated with obtaining patent registrations for eligible enterprises, thereby fostering innovation and growth in the MSME sector.
About the Scheme
The "Subsidy for Patent Registration (PRS)" is a vital component of the broader "Banglashree for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises" initiative. This scheme, implemented by the Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, will remain operational until March 31, 2025. The primary goal is to provide financial incentives that motivate entrepreneurs to establish and expand their micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), thus nurturing a balanced development ecosystem throughout West Bengal.
Objectives of the Banglashree for MSME Scheme
- To provide fiscal incentives that encourage the establishment of MSMEs.
- To promote balanced development across the state’s MSME sector.
- To create a sustainable ecosystem that maximizes resource utilization and generates employment opportunities.
- To position West Bengal as a leading state for MSME growth in India.
Objectives of the Subsidy for Patent Registration (PRS) Scheme
The "Subsidy for Patent Registration (PRS)" scheme aims to reimburse eligible micro and small enterprises for their patent registration expenses, fostering innovation and protecting intellectual property.
Benefits of the Scheme
Pattern of Assistance:
- Eligible enterprises can receive a reimbursement of 50% of the costs incurred for patent registration.
- The maximum subsidy amount is capped at ₹5,00,000.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be a registered Micro, Small, or Medium Enterprise.
- The enterprise should operate within the manufacturing sector.
- It must have commenced production on or after April 1, 2019.
- The business must belong to the private, cooperative, or joint sector, or be state-owned.
- The Date of Commencement of Commercial Production (DOCCP) should fall between April 1, 2020, and March 31, 2025.
Application Process
Apply Online
Registration Process:
- Navigate to the Shilpasathi Portal and click on ‘Apply Online’.
- Select ‘Create New’ for new registrations.
- Choose the Applicant Type (Industry/Business/Commercial/Charitable Society/Government entity) and input the Registration Number.
- Complete the ‘User Registration’ form and click ‘Register’.
Application Steps:
- Go to the Shilpasathi Portal and click ‘Apply Online’.
- Log in using your username & password or via OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- You will reach the user dashboard. Click on ‘ALL SERVICES’ and select 'MSME Incentive'.
- Click ‘Create CAF’ to generate your CAF ID and then select ‘Apply Online’.
- Complete the eligibility form and select “Save and Continue” to access the common application form (CAF).
- Fill in all mandatory fields in the CAF and click “Update and Continue” to review the form.
- Upon submission, you will return to the dashboard to monitor your application status.
- Continue with the application by clicking “Click to Proceed” and save your updated information.
- Preview the form before final submission.
- Click "Go to Application" to access the "Online Form - A" section.
- Check year-wise subsidy items related to your application and click "SAVE".
- Fill in the year-wise subsidy details and click "Add More" for additional years if necessary.
- Upload all relevant documents, review your details, click “VERIFY & SUBMIT”, check the declaration box and then submit the application.
- After final submission of Form-A, you will receive an application reference number to track your application status.
Date of Submission: Applications must be submitted within 12 months from the DOCCP or the notification date of Banglashree, whichever is later.
Helpdesk Information
For assistance, you can contact:
Protiti: 23, Abanindranath Tagore Sarani (Camac Street), Kolkata - 700017, West Bengal, India
Phone: +91 33 2255 3700
Fax: +91 33 2255 3737
Email: silpa.sathi@wbidc.com
For technical queries, reach out to the Quick Response Team at: qrt.silpasathiwb@gmail.com
Silpa Sathi Single Window Cell - Helpline Number (Toll-free): 1800-345-5562
Official Source: For more details, visit myScheme.gov.in.
Benefits
Pattern Of Assistance:
An eligible micro, small or medium enterprise for its approved project will be entitled to a reimbursement of 50% of expenditure incurred by it for obtaining Patent Registration.
Note: Subsidy for Patent Registration shall not exceed ₹ 5,00,000/-.
Application Process
Apply Online
Registration Process:
Step 1: Visit the Shilpasathi Portal and click ‘Apply Online’
. On the next screen, click ‘Create New’ for new registration.
Step 2: Select the Applicant Type (Industry /Business /Commercial /Charitable Society/ Govt. entity) and enter the Registration Number.
Step 3: On the ‘User Registration’ page, fill in all the mandatory fields and click ‘Register’.
Application Process:
Step 1: Visit the Shilpasathi Portal and click ‘Apply Online’
.
Step 2: Login to the portal using your username & password or via OTP using your registered mobile number.
Step 3: You will be directed to the user dashboard. Click ‘ALL SERVICES’ and then select 'MSME Incentive' from the list of services.
Step 4: Click ‘Create CAF’. Your CAF ID will be created. Click ‘Apply Online’ to proceed.
Step 5: Fill in the "eligibility form" and click “Save and Continue” to get redirected to the common application form (CAF).
Step 6: In the CAF, fill in all the mandatory fields, and click “Update and Continue” to preview the form.
Step 7: After the form gets submitted, you will be taken to the “Dashboard” to view the application status.
Step 8: From the Dashboard, continue with the application by clicking “Click to Proceed”. When done click “Save” to save the updated information.
Step 9: Click "Preview" to preview the form before the final submission.
Step 10: On the next screen, click "Go to Application" to fill out the "Online Form - A" application.
Step 11: You will be taken to the "APPLY SUBSIDY" section to check year-wise subsidy items of the respective application you intend to apply for. Once complete, click "SAVE".
Step 12: You will be taken to the "FILL UP SUBSIDY" tab. Provide the year-wise subsidy details for the incentive, and click "Add More" to see the multiple-year or year-wise breakup.
Step 13: Upload the relevant documents, preview the details, click “VERIFY & SUBMIT”, check the declaration box and click “Submit Application”.
Step 14: On final submission of Form-A application, you will be provided an application reference number. Use this number to check the status of your application.
Date of submission of first application: Within 12 months from the DOCCP or within 12 months from the date of notification of Banglashree, whichever is later.
Helpdesk:
Protiti, 23, Abanindranath Tagore Sarani (Camac Street), Kolkata - 700017, West Bengal, India; Phone: +91 33 2255 3700; Fax: +91 33 2255 3737; Email: silpa.sathi@wbidc.com.
For any technical query or any critical issues faced while applying please mail to our Quick Response Team at: qrt.silpasathiwb@gmail.com
Silpa Sathi Single Window Cell - Helpline Number (Toll-free): 1800-345-5562
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Banglashree for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises: Subsidy for Patent Registration (PRS) |
| Short Title | BMSMEPRS |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Categories | Business & Entrepreneurship |
| States | West Bengal |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |