Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME): Assistance for Patent Registration
Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME): Support for Patent Registration
The "Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)" initiated by the Industries and Mines Department of Gujarat is a strategic effort to establish the state as a leading global business center. This initiative focuses on fostering sustainable manufacturing, enhancing the growth of MSMEs, and boosting export competitiveness.
Overview of the Scheme
Launched as an extensive initiative by the Industries and Mines Department, the "Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)" is designed to empower Gujarat's vibrant MSME sector, which plays a crucial role in generating employment, contributing to the state's GDP, and enhancing exports. Effective from August 7, 2020, until August 6, 2025, this scheme aims to support entrepreneurs and fortify MSMEs, ensuring their competitiveness on a global scale. The "Assistance for Patent Registration" component specifically provides financial backing for individuals and legal entities seeking to obtain patent registrations.
Key Benefits
- Financial Support: Eligible participants can receive a reimbursement of 75% of their patent registration costs, capped at ₹25,00,000 per applicant or enterprise.
- Attorney Fee Limit: The maximum attorney fees covered are ₹50,000 for domestic registrations and ₹2,00,000 per country for international registrations.
Disbursement Process
- 50% of the reimbursement will be disbursed upon the publication or notification of the patent.
- The remaining 50% will be issued after the patent certificate is received.
Note: Expenses related to travel and accommodation are excluded from the reimbursement.
Eligibility Criteria
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<liAny individual or legal entity engaged in innovation and product or process development.
<liThe patent must be registered within the designated policy period.
<liApplication submission is required within one year from the date of patent publication or notification.
Exclusions
Details regarding exclusions are not specified in the current documentation.
Application Procedure
The application process is conducted online through the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP). Follow these steps to register:
Registration Steps:
- Navigate to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) and click on "New Investor Registration" to access the registration form.
- Complete the registration form and click on "Submit".
- Verify your email address using the link sent to your registered email.
- Once verification is complete, you will be successfully registered.
Post-Registration Steps:
- Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) and click on "Login".
- Input the email address and password used during registration.
- Click the "Login" button to access your account.
- Fill in the required details and upload mandatory documents concerning your business to finalize the application process.
Contact Information
For assistance, please reach out to the helpdesk available on the portal.
Definitions
| Term | Description |
|---|---|
| Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises | Defined under the MSME Development Act, 2006, and amended by the Government of India, MSMEs must have an acknowledgment of “Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum / Udyam Registration”. |
| New Enterprise | An MSME that has completed Udyog Aadhar / Udyam Registration and commences commercial production during the scheme's operational period. |
| Existing Enterprise | An MSME that started commercial production prior to the announcement of the scheme. |
| Expansion | Refers to an existing or new enterprise increasing its gross fixed capital investment by at least 50%, with a minimum of 60% of this investment in plant and machinery. |
| Gross Fixed Capital Investment (GFCI) | Investment in buildings, machinery, utilities, tools, and equipment (excluding land) necessary for manufacturing the final product. |
| Forward and Backward Integration | Forward integration involves investments in GFCI for products that serve as raw materials, while backward integration pertains to investments for further value addition to the end product. |
| Diversification | Investment in GFCI for products other than the main product manufactured by the enterprise. |
For further details, please refer to the official source at myScheme.gov.in.
Eligibility Criteria
Any individual or legal entity involved in innovation and product/process development.
The patent must be registered within the policy period.
The application must be submitted within one year from the date of publication/notification of the patent.
Benefits
Financial Support: 75% reimbursement of patent registration expenses up to a maximum ₹25,00,000/- per applicant/enterprise.
Attorney Fee Cap: ₹50,000/- (domestic), ₹2,00,000/- per country (international).
Disbursement:
50% after patent publication/notification.
50% after receiving the patent certificate.
Note: Expenses related to travel and accommodation are not covered.
Application Process
Apply OnlineRegistration 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 Here.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME): Assistance for Patent Registration |
| Short Title | SAMSMEAPR |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Categories | Business & Entrepreneurship |
| States | Gujarat |
| Close Date | 2025-08-06 |
| Gender | All |
| Age Range | 50 — Any years |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |