Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to Large Industries and Thrust Sector: Assistance of Interest Subsidy
Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat · Central government
Gujarat's interest subsidy on term loans cuts borrowing costs for new and expanding large industrial undertakings in the state.
Open for applications. Applications close on 4 October 2027 — 381 days left.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Not specified
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- 4 October 2027
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, runs the Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to Large Industries and Thrust Sector. It came into force on October 5, 2022, and remains valid till October 4, 2027. The scheme targets Gujarat's large-industry segment, which contributes substantially to employment, GDP and exports. Its purpose is to encourage growth, draw in investment, and further the aims of Aatmanirbhar Gujarat and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Under this umbrella, the Assistance of Interest Subsidy component extends financial relief to large industrial undertakings that qualify. A share of the interest paid on term loans is reimbursed, which brings down borrowing costs. The incentive is meant to push industrial expansion, diversification and the setting up of new large-scale projects in the state, and in turn support economic development and job creation.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Private limited company, Limited liability partnership, One person company, Partnership firm
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Not specified
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Required
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Gujarat
- A new large industrial undertaking qualifies, as does an existing large industrial undertaking that carries out expansion and/or diversification. - The large industrial undertaking must hold acknowledgment/registration, as applicable, from DPIIT. - Commercial production must begin within the scheme's operative period, running from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027.
How to apply
1. **Step 1: Register as a new investor:** Go to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) at https://ifp.gujarat.gov.in/DIGIGOV/ and select "New Investor Registration" to open the registration form. 2. **Step 2: Complete and submit the registration form:** Enter your details in the registration form, then select "Submit". 3. **Step 3: Verify your email:** Use the link sent to your registered email address to verify your E-mail ID. 4. **Step 4: Registration confirmed:** Once verification is done, your registration is successful. 5. **Step 5: Log in:** Go back to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) and select "Login". 6. **Step 6: Provide your credentials:** Enter the email address and password you used when registering. 7. **Step 7: Open your account:** Select "Login" to reach your account. 8. **Step 8: Finish the application:** Provide all required details and upload the mandatory documents relating to your business to complete the application process.
How applications are assessed
The Industries and Mines Department verifies every application received through the Investor Facilitation Portal. It checks the industrial undertaking's eligibility and the project particulars against the scheme guidelines.
Interest subsidy payments follow only after the stipulated conditions are met and commercial production has begun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme's interest subsidy component?
Large industrial undertakings in Gujarat can receive financial support through partial reimbursement of interest paid on term loans, which is intended to encourage growth and investment.
Who is eligible for this interest subsidy?
Large industrial undertakings that are new, or existing ones expanding or diversifying, qualify provided they hold DPIIT acknowledgment or registration and begin commercial production within the scheme period.
What is the maximum interest subsidy provided?
Term loans under this scheme carry a 7% subsidy, capped annually at 1% of Eligible Fixed Capital Investment (eFCI) for general industries and 1.2% of eFCI for Thrust Category 1 industries.
For how many years is the interest subsidy available?
The subsidy period is 6 to 10 years, determined by the Taluka category and whether the industry falls under a Thrust sector.
How can I apply for the scheme?
Applications for this scheme are submitted online via Gujarat's Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP), where an investor must first register before filing the application.
Is this scheme open to all types of businesses?
No, this programme is aimed only at large industrial undertakings located in Gujarat.
Sectors
- Large Industries
- Interest Subsidy
- Gujarat Government
- Industrial Growth
- Expansion
- Diversification
Details last verified on 18 September 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.