The "Scheme for Assistance for Research & Development Activities" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative promotes sustainable industrial growth by supporting industries in adopting eco-friendly practices and ensuring compliance with environmental norms.

The component "Assistance to Establish Research & Development/Product Development Centre" provides financial support to eligible institutions for establishing R&D or product development centers. It aims to promote innovation, technological advancements, and product design improvements.

Institutions, industrial associations, and professional bodies recognized by CSIR or DSIR, including legal entities such as companies, LLPs, trusts, societies, and similar organizations, are eligible to apply.

The scheme supports the establishment of R&D centers focused on scientific and industrial research and product development centers aimed at improving designs, processes, and operations.

Eligible institutions can avail financial assistance of up to 30% of the investment in machinery, equipment, hardware, software, and related assets, with a maximum limit of ₹5,00,00,000/-.

No, the scheme does not cover land and building costs; it only supports investments in machinery, equipment, hardware, software, and related assets.

Yes, institutions must be recognized by CSIR or DSIR to be eligible for the scheme.

Yes, a proprietary concern involved in manufacturing or related activities is eligible to apply for assistance under the scheme.

Yes, the scheme requires that institutions maintain separate accounts for the project to ensure clear financial tracking and transparency.

Yes, institutions can avail of assistance for one or more activities outlined in the eligibility criteria, including both R&D and product development activities.

Yes, software related to the R&D or product development activities is eligible for assistance under the scheme.

Yes, new entities that are about to engage in manufacturing, production, or job work are also eligible to apply for the scheme.

The funds will be disbursed following the sanction by the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC) and will be processed through the office of the Industries Commissioner.