Apply for Subsidy for Patent Registration under Banglashree for MSMEs in WB

The “Subsidy for Patent Registration (PRS)” is a sub-scheme under the “Banglashree for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises” scheme. It was launched on 1st April 2020 by the Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, Government of West Bengal and is valid until 31st March 2025.

Objectives of the “Banglashree for MSME” Scheme:

• Provide fiscal incentives to encourage the establishment of MSMEs

• Ensure balanced development across the state

• Promote resource utilization and employment generation

• Develop a robust MSME ecosystem in West Bengal

Objectives of the “Subsidy for Patent Registration (PRS)” Scheme:

• Reimburse expenses incurred by eligible MSMEs for obtaining Patent Registration

• Promote innovation and IP rights among small businesses

Benefits

• Reimbursement Amount: 50% of the cost incurred towards obtaining a patent

• Maximum Limit: ₹5,00,000 per eligible enterprise

Note: The subsidy is available only for approved projects and valid Patent Registration

Eligibility Criteria

• The enterprise must be a Micro, Small, or Medium Enterprise

• It must belong to the manufacturing sector

• It must have started commercial production on or after 1st April 2019

• It should be under:

  • Private sector

  • Cooperative sector

  • Joint sector

  • State Government-managed entity

  • Recognized Industrial SHGs

• The Date of Commencement of Commercial Production (DOCCP) must fall between 1st April 2020 and 31st March 2025

Exclusions

Ineligible Enterprises:

• Enterprises that have already received incentives under any existing State incentive scheme

• Enterprises that started production before 1st April 2019

• Enterprises issued eligibility certificates without disbursement/sanction

Negative List of Industries:

• Sponge Iron Factory

• Bricks (excluding Fly Ash, Sand Lime, Refractory Bricks)

• Any other industry notified by the State Government

Items Excluded from Plant & Machinery Investment Calculation:

• Tools, jigs, dies, moulds, and consumables

• Installation charges

• R&D or pollution control equipment

• Power generator sets and transformers

• NSIC/SSIC service charges

• Electrical control panels, wiring, breakers

• Gas producer plants

• Machinery transport charges

• Technical know-how fees

• Raw material/finished goods storage tanks not part of the process

• Firefighting equipment

• Second-hand plant and machinery

Application Process

Mode: Online via Shilpasathi Portal

1. Registration Process

1. Visit the Shilpasathi Portal and click ‘Apply Online’

2. Click ‘Create New’ for new registration

3. Select Applicant Type (Industry/Business/Charitable Society/Govt. entity)

4. Enter Registration Number and required details

5. Fill in mandatory fields on ‘User Registration’ and click ‘Register’

2. Application Process

1. Login with your credentials or OTP

2. On dashboard, click ‘ALL SERVICES’ → ‘MSME Incentive’

3. Click ‘Create CAF’ (CAF ID will be generated)

4. Click ‘Apply Online’

5. Fill Eligibility Form and click “Save and Continue”

6. Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) and click “Update and Continue”

7. Submit to reach Dashboard → click “Click to Proceed”

8. Click Save, then Preview your form

9. Click “Go to Application” to access Online Form-A

10. In “APPLY SUBSIDY”, fill year-wise details and click SAVE

11. Go to “FILL UP SUBSIDY”, provide details, and click Add More if needed

12. Upload required documents

13. Click “VERIFY & SUBMIT”, accept declaration, and click Submit Application

14. Note the application reference number for tracking

Submission Timeline:
Within 12 months from the DOCCP or from the notification date of Banglashree, whichever is later

Documents Required

• Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association / Partnership Deed

• List of Directors/Partners/Owners/SHG Members with addresses

• Approved Project Report

• Loan sanction and disbursement letters (if applicable)

• Audited balance sheet for the last 2 years (if applicable)

• Plant and Machinery list with original bills

• Existing manufacturing activity and production data (last 3 years, if applicable)

• Land deed / Rent/Lease Agreement

• Mutation and conversion certificate of land/building

• WBPCB Consent to Operate

• SGST-related documents

• Trade license

• First electricity bill (if applicable)

• Udyog Aadhaar Registration acknowledgment

• SC/ST certificate (if applicable)

• Statutory licenses/certificates, if necessary

• Self-declaration (as per para 7.1(vi))

• Proof of fees paid for Patent Registration

• Patent Registration Certificate

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the maximum subsidy available under PRS?
  ₹5,00,000 or 50% of the cost—whichever is lower

• Q: Who can apply for the PRS scheme?
  Registered MSMEs in the manufacturing sector with DOCCP between 1st April 2020 and 31st March 2025

• Q: Can services-based enterprises apply?
  No, only manufacturing units are eligible

• Q: Can I apply offline?
  No, applications are accepted only via Shilpasathi Portal

Sources and References

• Guidelines – Kolkata Gazette
• User Manual – Shilpasathi Portal
• FAQs – MSME Department