The “Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for MSMEs” is an umbrella initiative by the Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, launched to support the state’s robust MSME sector. This scheme is effective from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027, and aligns with the vision of Aatmanirbhar Gujarat and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
The specific component “Assistance for Raising Capital through SME Exchange” supports Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in accessing equity capital by listing on SME Exchanges. It provides financial support for the expenses incurred in the process.
Benefits
-
Financial Assistance: 25% of the expenditure incurred in raising funds through SME Exchange
-
Maximum Limit: Up to ₹5,00,000 per MSME unit
Eligibility
-
The applicant must be a Micro, Small, or Medium Enterprise
-
The enterprise must have raised equity capital through listing on an SME Exchange (such as NSE Emerge or BSE SME)
-
The enterprise must have valid registration from MSME Ministry or DPIIT
-
Application must be submitted within one year from the listing date
Application Process
Mode: Online
Registration Process:
-
Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
-
Click on “New Investor Registration”
-
Fill in the required details in the registration form and submit
-
Verify your email ID using the link sent to your inbox
-
After successful verification, registration is completed
Post-Registration Process:
-
Login to the IFP portal
-
Enter the registered email ID and password
-
Fill in business details and upload the required documents
-
Submit the online application for SME Exchange assistance
Documents Required
-
Constitution of the enterprise (e.g. MOA & AOA)
-
Board Resolution for Authorized Signatory
-
Udyam/IEM/LOI Registration Certificate
-
SME Exchange Listing Letter (from BSE/NSE/SME Exchange)
-
GST Registration Certificate
-
Copy of Public Issue Prospectus or Boucher
-
Expenditure Statement on company letterhead
-
CA Certificate confirming MSME status (as per MSMED Act, 2006) on listing date
-
Audited Balance Sheet or Annual Report (latest)
-
CA Certificate of expenditure statement with head-wise details
-
Bills for expenses incurred
-
Bank Statement with highlighted payments
-
Self-Certified Shareholding Pattern (if applicable)
-
Latest Electricity Bill
-
Cancelled Cheque (for RTGS)
-
PAN Cards of enterprise, promoters, partners/directors, and authorized signatory
-
Undertaking in prescribed format
-
GPCB approval (if applicable)
-
Any other relevant documents
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Any MSME that raises equity capital via SME Exchange and has valid registration from MSME/DPIIT.
Q: What is the reimbursement amount?
25% of the total expenses incurred, up to ₹5,00,000.
Q: What is the deadline to apply after listing?
Applications must be submitted within 1 year from the date of listing on the SME Exchange.
Q: Can I apply if I have listed before the scheme’s start date?
No, only listings done between October 5, 2022, and October 4, 2027, are eligible.