Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance in Rent to MSEs
Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat · Central government
Gujarat scheme reimburses MSEs 65% of rent, up to ₹1 lakh yearly, for manufacturing units over 5 years.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Up to ₹1,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
- Scheme duration
- 5 years
About this scheme
The Industries and Mines Department of Gujarat introduced the Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for MSMEs to support the state's Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, which contributes significantly to employment, GDP, and exports. The scheme is operational from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027, and aims to promote growth, attract fresh investment, and advance the objectives of "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat" and "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" (Self-Reliant India).
Under this scheme, the "Assistance in Rent to MSEs" component provides financial support to Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) that rent or lease industrial sheds for setting up or expanding manufacturing units. The assistance reimburses a portion of the rent paid, lowering operational expenses for these businesses. This measure is intended to ease the establishment and continuation of manufacturing activities in the state, thereby supporting industrial growth and economic stability.
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
- Required
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Gujarat
- Only Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) engaged primarily in manufacturing are eligible. - The enterprise must hold a valid acknowledgment or registration from the Ministry of MSME or the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). - A legally binding rent deed or lease agreement for the manufacturing shed is required. - Manufacturing operations must use electricity or power.
How to apply
- **Registration Process:** - Go to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) using the apply URL provided. - Select "New Investor Registration" to open the registration form. - Complete every required field in the Registration Form, then press "Submit". - Confirm your E-mail ID by clicking the verification link sent to that address. - Once verification succeeds, your account becomes active. - **Post-Registration Process:** - Revisit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) and choose "Login". - Provide the email address and password set during registration. - Press the "Login" button to reach your account dashboard securely. - Then, enter all required business information and upload every mandatory document listed on the application portal to finish your rent assistance application.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme's "Assistance in Rent to MSEs" about?
Under this component of the Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme, Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in Gujarat receive reimbursement for rent paid on sheds used for manufacturing, lowering their operational costs. The assistance is intended to support the growth of the state's manufacturing sector.
What is the maximum financial assistance available under this scheme?
Eligible enterprises may claim up to ₹1,00,000 per year, reimbursing 65% of rent paid, for five years from the scheme's operative period start.
Which types of enterprises are eligible for this rent assistance?
Only Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) engaged in manufacturing are eligible, covering legal entities that meet the MSME definition and other scheme-specific criteria.
What are the key eligibility conditions for this scheme?
Eligible MSEs must be engaged in manufacturing, hold a valid MSME or DPIIT registration, and have a lawful rent deed or lease agreement for their manufacturing shed. Their manufacturing operations must also use electricity or power.
How can I apply for this scheme?
Applications for this scheme are submitted online through the Gujarat government’s Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP). New applicants must complete a one-time registration, verify their email, and log in to fill out the detailed form and upload all required supporting documents.
What documents are typically required for the application process?
Applicants generally need their MSME/DPIIT registration certificate, a valid rent deed or lease agreement, and proof that their manufacturing activity uses electricity. Additional business and identity documents may also be requested.
Sectors
- Manufacturing Industrial
- Msme
- Gujarat
- Rent Assistance
- Manufacturing
- Reimbursement
- State Scheme
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.