Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance for Saving in Consumption of Energy and Water
Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat · Central government
Gujarat funds MSMEs to cut energy and water use, covering audit reimbursements and equipment subsidies.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Up to ₹20,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, runs the Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for MSMEs, an umbrella initiative. One component under it is "Assistance for Saving in Consumption of Energy and Water." The scheme applies from October 5, 2022 to October 4, 2027.
Gujarat's MSME sector contributes to employment generation, GDP and export growth. This component supports that sector by funding energy and water audits as well as the purchase of equipment those audits recommend. The aim is to encourage sustainable industrial practices and better resource efficiency among MSMEs in the state.
The scheme ties into the wider Aatmanirbhar Gujarat and Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant Gujarat and Self-Reliant India) vision by linking economic growth to environmentally conscious, efficient industrial operations. For MSMEs, it offers a route to lower operational costs, reduced environmental impact and stronger competitiveness through resource optimisation.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Private limited company, Limited liability partnership, One person company, Partnership firm, Sole proprietorship
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Required
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not specified
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Gujarat
- The applicant must be a Micro, Small, or Medium enterprise operating in the service sector. - Acknowledgment or registration from the Ministry of MSME or the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is required. - To claim audit reimbursement, the enterprise must have completed an energy/water audit carried out by a recognised institution or consultant. - To claim equipment assistance, the enterprise must show at least a 10% cut in energy/water consumption, as established by the audit findings.
How to apply
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 start. Basic details must be entered to set up your account.
2. **Submit the form and verify your email:** Fill out the registration form and press "Submit." A message will arrive at the email address you registered; click the verification link inside it to activate your account. This confirms that your registration is genuine.
3. **Log in to the portal:** Once your email is verified, go back to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) and choose "Login." Provide your registered email address and password to reach your secure applicant account.
4. **Finish the application:** After logging in, go to the application section for this particular scheme. You must enter all relevant business details, upload the mandatory documents, and supply information about your energy/water audit and the equipment you propose to purchase. Check that every detail is accurate and complete before you submit finally. Consult the document checklist to gather all required enclosures.
How applications are assessed
The Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, examines each application against the stipulated eligibility conditions. These include MSME or DPIIT registration, particulars from the energy or water audit, and, for equipment assistance, a projected saving of at least 10%. Documents and audit reports submitted are verified in detail, and this verification establishes how much reimbursement or assistance is payable.
No competitive pitch stage forms part of the process. An application is selected solely on whether it satisfies the prescribed guidelines.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary objective of this scheme?
Gujarat's scheme gives MSMEs financial assistance to adopt measures that cut energy and water consumption, supporting sustainable practices and resource efficiency in industry as part of the 'Aatmanirbhar Gujarat' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives.
Who is eligible to apply for this assistance?
Service-sector MSMEs in Gujarat qualify provided they hold registration with the Ministry of MSME or DPIIT; audit reimbursement and equipment assistance carry additional conditions tied to prior audits and demonstrated savings.
What kind of financial assistance is available?
The scheme provides two forms of support: reimbursement of 75% of energy or water audit costs, capped at ₹50,000, and assistance of 25% towards equipment recommended by the audit authority, capped at ₹20,00,000.
Is there a requirement for energy/water savings to avail equipment assistance?
Equipment assistance is granted only where the audit confirms energy or water savings of at least 10% against average monthly consumption during the 12 months preceding the audit.
How can an enterprise apply for this scheme?
Apply online through the Gujarat government's Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP): register as a new user, verify your email, then log in and complete the application form with the required business details and mandatory documents.
What is the operative period of the scheme?
The scheme runs from October 5, 2022 to October 4, 2027, and applications for assistance may be submitted during this period.
Sectors
- Msme
- Gujarat
- Energy Efficiency
- Water Conservation
- Sustainability
- Resource Efficiency
Details last verified on 18 September 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.