This scheme, launched by the Industries and Mines Department under the Gujarat Industrial Policy, runs from August 7, 2020 to August 6, 2025. It promotes sustainable industrial growth by supporting eco-friendly practices and compliance with environmental norms. The “Assistance for Contract/Sponsored Research Work” component provides financial support to eligible institutions for establishing R&D or product development centers to boost innovation, technological advancements, and product design improvements.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: Up to 50% of the project cost (excluding land and building costs) is subsidized.
- Maximum Funding: A maximum of ₹50,00,000 per project.
- Research & Development Support: The scheme facilitates technological advancements through sponsored research initiatives.
Eligibility
Eligible Institutions:
- Research and Development Institutions recognized by CSIR/DSIR.
- Institutions established by the Government of Gujarat (GoG) or Government of India (GoI).
- AICTE-approved institutions/professional colleges (both autonomous and those affiliated with universities).
- Any other institution approved by the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC).
Eligible Activities:
- Proposals for contract/sponsored research from eligible institutions in collaboration with industrial associations, individual industrial undertakings, government agencies, or any other agency as approved by SLEC.
Application Process
Mode: Offline
- The R&D institution must submit an application in the prescribed format along with all necessary documents to the Industries Commissionerate.
- The Industries Commissioner’s office will scrutinize the proposals to ensure compliance with the scheme’s eligibility criteria and guidelines.
- Proposals are then presented to the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC) for further review and approval.
- Upon approval by SLEC, reimbursement of the sanctioned assistance is processed, and the claim is disbursed by the Industries Commissioner’s office.
Application Deadline
- For New Units: Within one year from the date of commencement of production (as evidenced by the Entrepreneurs Memorandum Part-2/ Permanent Registration/ Commencement of Production Certificate).
- For Existing Units (Expansion/Diversification/Modernization): Within one year of completion of the respective activity.
Documents Required
General Documents:
- Copy of Project Sanction Letter issued by the Industries Commissioner’s office.
- Copy of Registration Certificate of the institution/industry/enterprise/academic or professional body along with MoM/AoA filed with the competent authority.
- Copy of CSIR/DSIR Recognition Letter.
- CA Certificate.
- CA Certified Expenditure Statement.
Scheme-Specific Documents:
- Registered Land Document.
- Plan Approval from the Pollution Control Board (PPA).
- Engineer’s Certificate for Building Valuation (assessed by PWD/PIPDIC).
- Registered Lease Agreement for the Building (between the developer and the unit).
- Purchase Invoices for Plant & Machinery/ Pollution Equipment/ Generator.
- Chartered Accountant Certificate for Investment in Fixed Assets/Pollution Control Equipment/Generator.
- Certificate for Installation of Pollution Control Equipment (from the Directorate of Sustainable Technologies and Environmental (DSTE)).
- Air/Water Consent Orders from DSTE.
- Notary Affidavit.
Case-Specific Document:
- For second-hand machinery: An affidavit stating that the subsidy has not been availed from any other government source.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Purpose of the Scheme:
To support R&D activities by offering financial assistance for contract or sponsored research work, thereby promoting innovation and technological advancements in Gujarat. -
Component Objective:
The “Assistance for Contract/Sponsored Research Work” component aids eligible institutions in establishing R&D or product development centers. -
Eligibility:
Only institutions (not individuals) that meet the prescribed criteria can apply. This includes CSIR/DSIR-recognized R&D centers, government-established institutions, AICTE-approved colleges, and others approved by SLEC. -
Individual Application:
No, the scheme is targeted at institutions rather than individual applicants. -
Maximum Assistance:
The maximum funding available is ₹50,00,000 per project. -
Coverage:
Land and building costs are excluded from funding. -
Assistance Percentage:
Up to 50% of the project cost (excluding land and building costs) is eligible for subsidy. -
Proposal Format:
The application must be submitted in the prescribed offline format available on the official website of the Directorate of Industries and Commerce, Puducherry. -
Multiple Projects:
Institutions may be eligible to apply for more than one project if they meet the guidelines, subject to the approval of SLEC. -
Cost Breakdown:
A detailed cost breakdown must be provided in the proposal, following the prescribed format. -
Equipment Purchase:
The assistance can be used for purchasing equipment for research, subject to the overall funding ceiling and project cost limits. -
Disbursement for Self-Financed Units:
In self-financed units, the subsidy is disbursed directly to the entrepreneur.