The Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for MSMEs, launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, is a comprehensive initiative aimed at empowering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Gujarat. One of its components, “Assistance in Rent to MSEs,” specifically supports Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) that operate from rented or leased sheds for manufacturing purposes. The scheme is operative from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027.
Benefits
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65% reimbursement of rent paid annually
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Maximum assistance: ₹1,00,000 per annum
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Support duration: Up to 5 years
Eligibility
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Must be a Micro or Small Enterprise (MSE) involved in manufacturing
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Must be registered under Udyam or hold acknowledgment from MSME/DPIIT
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Should have a valid rent or lease agreement
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Manufacturing unit must consume electricity in operations
Application Process
Mode: Online
Registration Process:
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Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
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Click “New Investor Registration”
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Fill out the registration form and click Submit
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Verify your email ID via the link sent to your inbox
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Registration will be confirmed after verification
Post-Registration Application:
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Go back to the IFP portal and log in using registered credentials
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Fill out the business and project details
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Upload all mandatory documents
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Submit the application for rent assistance
Documents Required
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Udyam / IEM / LOI Registration Certificate
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Enterprise Constitution Documents (Partnership deed / MoA / AoA)
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SC/ST Supporting Certificate (if applicable)
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CA Certificate for Fixed Capital Investment
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Self-Certified Shareholding Pattern (if applicable)
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Rent/Lease Agreement Copy
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Rent Receipts
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PAN Card of Lessor
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Property Document (Index/Deed/Plan Approval/Ownership)
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Latest Electricity Bill
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Undertaking for any other assistance from GoG/GoI
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PAN Card of Enterprise & Promoters
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GST Registration Certificate (if applicable)
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CA Certified Balance Sheet of last FY
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Bank Statement showing rent payments
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Cancelled Cheque (for RTGS details)
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Self-attested documents by Authorized Person
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Board Resolution/Consent Letter/Power of Attorney
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Declaration: Rent agreement is not with blood relatives
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Any other relevant documents (if required)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Who can apply for rent assistance under this scheme?
Only Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) involved in manufacturing with valid rental agreements -
Q: How long can I avail the rent subsidy?
Maximum of 5 years, up to ₹1,00,000 per year -
Q: Is electricity usage necessary for eligibility?
Yes, manufacturing activity must consume electricity -
Q: Can I apply if I rent a shed from a family member?
No, rental agreements with blood relatives are not permitted