The “Outstanding Exporter” award is a component of the “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries – State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises” scheme, introduced under the New Industrial Policy 2016 by the Industries and Commerce Department, Union Territory of Puducherry. This scheme is designed to recognize and reward direct manufacture exporters who have shown excellence in exporting their products for at least three years.
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Award: The award consists of a cash prize of ₹2,00,000 and a citation.
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Eligibility: To be eligible for the award, the exporting industry must be operating profitably, be a direct manufacturer exporter, and have been exporting for three consecutive years.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Award: ₹2,00,000 cash and citation for outstanding performance.
• Eligibility: Exporting for at least three years and meeting the employment requirement.
• Support for Exporters: Recognizes direct manufacturing exporters from Puducherry.
Benefits
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Cash Award: ₹2,00,000
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Citation: A formal recognition of excellence in exports.
Eligibility
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Duration of Exporting: The unit must have been exporting for 3 years.
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Profitability: The unit should be functioning profitably.
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Direct Manufacturer Exporter: The exporting industry must be a direct manufacturer exporter.
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Employment Requirement: At least 60% of the total employment must be provided to residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry.
Application Process
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Step 1: The Director of Industries will invite applications for the award through public announcement.
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Step 2: The applicant must fill out the prescribed application form available on the official website of the Directorate of Industries and Commerce, Puducherry and attach the necessary documents.
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Step 3: Submit the completed application and documents in person or by post to the concerned authority.
Post-Application Process
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The applications will be scrutinized by the Directorate of Industries and Commerce based on merit.
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The Award Committee will evaluate each case and decide whether the unit qualifies for the award.
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The list of selected enterprises will be notified and informed by the Director of Industries.
Documents Required
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Proof of Profitable Exports: Documentation confirming profitable export activities.
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Proof of Direct Manufacture Exporter Status: Verification that the enterprise is a direct manufacturer exporter.
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Entrepreneurs Memorandum Part-2 (UAM/PMT) Registration or Commencement of Production Certificate.
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Other Documents: Any additional documents required by the Award Committee.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What categories of awards are provided under the “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries – State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises”?
A: The scheme recognizes outstanding exporters in the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sectors.
Q: What are the financial benefits provided under this scheme?
A: The award provides a cash prize of ₹2,00,000 along with a citation.
Q: Who constitutes the Committee responsible for granting these awards?
A: The State Level Committee evaluates applications based on merit.
Q: How are the selected enterprises notified about their eligibility for the awards?
A: Selected enterprises are notified directly by the Director of Industries.
Q: Can MSMEs from other regions participate in this scheme?
A: This scheme is specifically for MSMEs within the Union Territory of Puducherry.
Q: What role does the Committee play in the awarding process?
A: The Award Committee reviews applications, evaluates the merits of each case, and makes recommendations for the award.