The Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme is a sub-scheme under the National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub (NSSH). It is designed to financially assist Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST)-owned Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) by reimbursing a portion of the fees paid for product testing. This initiative helps improve product quality and competitiveness by easing the cost burden of compliance with quality standards.
Scheme Key Highlights (Short Summary)
• Covers 80% or up to ₹1,00,000 (excluding GST), whichever is lower
• Applicable for testing at NABL/BIS accredited labs, government departments, PSUs
• Includes raw material, semi-finished, and finished product testing
• Reimbursement allowed multiple times per financial year (subject to cap)
• Online application via https://www.scsthub.in
Benefits
• Reimbursement of 80% or max ₹1,00,000 (excluding GST)
• Applicable for fees paid to NABL, BIS-accredited labs, or government labs
• Covers testing of raw, semi-finished, and finished goods
• Assistance for obtaining BIS licenses and certifications
• Multiple reimbursements allowed within the financial year (up to limit)
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicant must be a Micro or Small Enterprise
• Enterprise owner(s) must belong to SC or ST community
• Enterprise must be registered on the Udyam portal or any MSME-recognized platform
Application Process
Online
• Visit https://www.scsthub.in
• Click Sign-Up and provide: Full Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password
• After registration, login and complete the application
• Upload necessary documents and submit for processing
Documents Required
• Self-certified copy of Udyam Registration & GST
• Self-certified PAN card of SC/ST proprietor or firm
• Self-certified Caste certificate of proprietor/partners/directors
• Shareholding details for LLP/Pvt Ltd/Partnership firms
• Attested Partnership Deed or MOA & AOA as applicable
• Payment receipt and GST invoice from testing lab
• NABL/BIS testing report (signed and stamped)
• Proof of past reimbursement (if any) in the same financial year
• Cancelled cheque of the enterprise’s bank account
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme?
It is a financial assistance scheme for SC/ST MSEs to reimburse product testing fees.
Q: What benefits can be availed under the scheme?
80% reimbursement or up to ₹1,00,000, excluding GST.
Q: What are the eligibility criteria?
SC/ST-owned micro or small enterprise registered with Udyam or other MSME platform.
Q: How to register online?
Visit scsthub.in, click Sign-Up, and fill in details.
Q: What is the login URL?
The login is available at https://www.scsthub.in.
Q: What are the required documents?
PAN, caste certificate, shareholding details, payment receipts, testing reports, etc.
Q: What details are needed while registration?
Name, email, phone number, and password.
Q: For which testing services is reimbursement provided?
Testing of raw, semi-finished, and finished goods and BIS certifications.
Q: How many times can benefits be availed?
Multiple times within one financial year, subject to the ₹1,00,000 cap.
Sources and References
• Official Guidelines
• SC/ST Hub Registration Portal
• Login and Application Dashboard