The “Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for Assistance to MSMEs” is a state initiative designed to support and strengthen the MSME sector in Gujarat. It aims to enhance growth, encourage investments, and contribute to the vision of self-reliant Gujarat and India.

The scheme is operative from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027, covering a period of five years.

The scheme aims to boost MSME growth, enhance the industrial ecosystem, encourage investments, and contribute to Gujarat’s and India’s self-reliance vision.

The scheme includes the establishment of new industrial estates, sector-specific parks, and infrastructure projects, along with amendments to the Gujarat Industrial Policy 2020 to further support MSME growth.

MSMEs established and operating within Gujarat are eligible to benefit from the scheme, as per the criteria defined in the policy framework.

Both new and existing enterprises that have taken steps to save energy and water consumption are eligible to apply for assistance under this scheme.

The enterprise must have a certified energy or water audit conducted by a recognized institution or consultant to be eligible for assistance.

The scheme reimburses 75% of the cost of the energy/water audit, with a maximum of ₹50,000/- per audit.

No, the scheme provides reimbursement for the energy/water audit only once during the operative period.

The scheme covers 25% of the cost of equipment recommended by the audit authority, subject to a maximum of ₹20,00,00/-.

The enterprise must demonstrate at least a 10% reduction in energy or water consumption compared to the previous 12 months before the audit to qualify for equipment assistance.

Yes, enterprises can apply for assistance for either energy or water savings, provided they meet the relevant eligibility requirements.

If consumption increases due to production growth, the claim will be reviewed separately by a committee formed by the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC).

Yes, applications must be submitted within the operative period of the scheme, and the claims for assistance will not be accepted after the scheme's deadline.

The eligibility and claims are reviewed and approved by the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC) based on the audit findings and consumption reductions.