Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)

The Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana, launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to empower SC/ST entrepreneurs and strengthen the MSME sector in Gujarat. Effective from August 7, 2020 to August 6, 2025, the scheme provides various forms of support to boost competitiveness, including participation in exhibitions.

The sub-component “Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in Exhibitions (National and International)” provides financial support for MSME manufacturing units to participate in state, national, and international exhibitions. The assistance includes expenses like stall rent, product literature, and display material costs.

Benefits

• State Level Exhibitions:

  • 80% reimbursement, up to ₹50,000/-

  • Max 5 times during the scheme tenure

• National Level Exhibitions:

  • 80% reimbursement, up to ₹1,00,000/-

  • Max 5 times during the scheme tenure

• International Level Exhibitions (Inside India):

  • 80% reimbursement, up to ₹2,00,000/-

  • Max 5 times during the scheme tenure

• International Level Exhibitions (Outside India):

  • 70% reimbursement, up to ₹5,00,000/-

  • Max 3 times during the scheme tenure

Eligibility

• The firm must be a Micro, Small, or Medium enterprise run by SC/ST entrepreneur (51% or more contribution).

• Must be a manufacturing enterprise in production within Gujarat during the scheme’s tenure.

• Participation in exhibitions/trade fairs must be within India or abroad.

• International exhibitions must be approved by authorized bodies like:

  • MSME Development Institute (MSME-DI)

  • India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO)

  • EEPC India

  • Federation of Indian Export Organizations (FIEO)

  • Or any other State Government authority

Exclusions

• Enterprises already availing similar benefits under any other State Government scheme for the same component are not eligible, unless explicitly specified.

Application Process

Mode: Offline

Registration Process:

1. Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP).

2. Click on “New Investor Registration”, fill out the form, and submit.

3. Verify your email ID through the link sent.

4. Post verification, your account will be activated.

Post-Registration Application:

1. Go to the IFP portal and click “Login”.

2. Enter your email ID and password to access your account.

3. Fill in business and exhibition details.

4. Upload necessary documents and submit the application.

Helpdesk

For queries, visit the contact section on the IFP Portal.

Documents Required

• Udyam Registration Certificate

• Proof of exhibition participation (e.g., stall allotment letter, invoice)

• Bills of expenditure (stall rent, display material, product literature)

• Bank details for RTGS reimbursement

• Photographs of the exhibition booth

• Approval certificate from MSME-DI, ITPO, EEPC India, FIEO, or State Government (for international events)

• Any other documents, if required

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How many times can an MSME participate with support?
  A: Upto 5 times (state/national/international in India), and 3 times (international outside India).

• Q: Can the same enterprise apply under other schemes for similar exhibition support?
  A: No, unless explicitly mentioned, the enterprise cannot claim support under multiple schemes for the same event.

Sources And References

• Official Guidelines – PDF

• Online Application Portal