The “Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)” is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state’s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from August 7, 2020, to August 6, 2025, this initiative supports entrepreneurs and strengthens MSMEs, making them globally competitive.
The component “Assistance for Patent Registration” provides financial support to individuals and legal entities for obtaining patent registration to encourage innovation.
Benefits
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Financial Support: 75% reimbursement of patent registration expenses, up to ₹25,00,000/- per applicant/enterprise
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Attorney Fee Cap: ₹50,000/- for domestic patents, ₹2,00,000/- per country for international patents
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Disbursement Pattern:
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50% after publication/notification of patent
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50% after receiving the patent certificate
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Note: Travel and accommodation costs are not covered
Eligibility
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Any individual or legal entity engaged in product or process innovation
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The patent must be registered within the active scheme period (2020–2025)
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Application must be filed within one year from the date of publication/notification of the patent
Application Process
Online Registration
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Step 1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
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Step 2: Click on “New Investor Registration” and fill in the required details
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Step 3: Submit the form and verify the email ID
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Step 4: Upon verification, registration is complete
Post-Registration
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Step 1: Visit the IFP portal and click “Login”
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Step 2: Enter email and password
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Step 3: Complete the patent application form
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Step 4: Upload required documents and submit for approval
Helpdesk: Contact via the portal
Documents Required
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Udyam/IEM/LOI Registration Certificate
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Applicant/enterprise constitution details
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PAN Card of enterprise and applicant/promoters/directors
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Copy of patent application with Form 2
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Acknowledgment receipt for patent filing
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Copy of patent publication/notification
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Fee receipts from patent office
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Invoices and receipts from patent attorneys
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Justified list of equipment used to develop the patent (with bills)
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CA-certified detailed statement of expenditure (national/international/country-wise)
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Bank account statement showing patent-related expenses
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CA-certified balance sheet/annual audit report (if applicable)
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Board resolution/consent letter/power of attorney (if applicable)
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Self-declaration as per Annexure
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Cancelled cheque
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Any additional documents as required
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the “Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)”?
It is a Gujarat government initiative to support MSMEs and promote innovation, competitiveness, and sustainability.
Q: What is the duration of the scheme?
From August 7, 2020, to August 6, 2025.
Q: What is the objective of the component “Assistance for Patent Registration”?
To financially assist individuals/entities in protecting their innovations through patent registration.
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Any individual or legal entity involved in product/process innovation with a patent filed within the scheme period.
Q: What percentage of expenses is covered under this scheme?
75% of the total eligible expenses.
Q: What is the maximum financial assistance an applicant can receive?
Up to ₹25,00,000 per enterprise/applicant.
Q: What types of expenses are eligible for reimbursement?
Patent office fees, attorney charges (as per cap), and equipment used in the development process.
Q: Is there a limit on the fees reimbursed for patent attorneys?
Yes. ₹50,000 for domestic and ₹2,00,000 per country for international patents.
Q: How is the financial assistance disbursed?
50% after publication/notification and 50% after receiving the patent certificate.
Q: What is the deadline to apply for this assistance?
Within one year from the date of publication/notification of the patent.
Q: Are travel and accommodation expenses covered under this scheme?
No, they are not reimbursed.
Q: Is the assistance applicable to both domestic and international patents?
Yes, both are eligible under this scheme.
Q: Are taxes such as GST on patent fees covered under this scheme?
Only the base charges are considered eligible unless otherwise specified.