AP Water Audit Reimbursement Scheme
Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Andhra Pradesh · Central government
Andhra Pradesh reimburses 75% of water audit costs, up to ₹1 Lakh, for MSMEs, FPOs, SHGs, federations, cooperatives and societies.
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
About this scheme
The Water Audit Cost Reimbursement programme sits under the Micro and Small Enterprise Development Policy (MEDP) 4.0 and the Food Processing Policy (FPP) 4.0 for 2024-29. Through it, the Government of Andhra Pradesh extends financial assistance to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Federations, Cooperatives, and Societies, reimbursing a substantial share of what they spend on water audits. The scheme forms part of the state's push for environmental sustainability and operational efficiency across its industrial and business sectors.
The scheme exists to nudge these entities into examining how much water they use, spotting where it is wasted, and putting water-saving measures in place. By covering part of the cost of a professional water audit, it eases the financial load on businesses and makes sustainable practices easier to adopt. The wider effect is water conservation across Andhra Pradesh, alongside stronger long-term viability and competitiveness for the enterprises that take part.
Reimbursement is direct, so eligible businesses receive concrete financial backing for responsible resource management.
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
- Andhra Pradesh
- Micro, Small and Medium enterprises functioning under the MEDP 4.0 and FPP 4.0 policies. - Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Federations, Cooperatives and Societies also qualify, subject to the scale of their investment.
How to apply
- **Step 1: Commission a water audit:** The enterprise must first appoint a qualified agency to carry out a detailed water audit covering its operations. - **Step 2: Assemble the paperwork:** Collect every document required, namely the water audit report, the audit agency's invoices, evidence of payment, and the applicable enterprise registration certificates (such as MSME Udyam registration or FPO/SHG registration). - **Step 3: Complete the application:** Fill in the prescribed reimbursement application form under the MEDP 4.0 or FPP 4.0 policy, checking that every entry is correct and fully filled. - **Step 4: File the application:** Send the application together with all supporting documents to the designated authority within the Department of Industries, Government of Andhra Pradesh, or via the relevant online portal where one exists. - **Step 5: Verification and processing:** The department examines the application and the accompanying documents to establish eligibility and confirm that the claimed expenses are genuine. - **Step 6: Disbursement of reimbursement:** Once verification and approval are complete, the sanctioned reimbursement amount is credited directly to the enterprise's bank account.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum reimbursement I can receive?
The maximum reimbursement available is ₹1 Lakh, which covers up to 75% of the total cost of your water audit.
Which types of enterprises are eligible for this scheme?
Eligibility covers MSMEs under MEDP 4.0 and FPP 4.0, as well as Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Federations, Cooperatives and Societies, with the applicable investment size determining who qualifies.
Is there any specific deadline to apply for this reimbursement?
Under the MEDP 4.0 and FPP 4.0 policies (2024-29), claims are accepted on a rolling basis for as long as the policy remains in force, and no separate closing date applies to individual applications.
Do I need to co-finance any part of the water audit cost?
Yes, 75% of the audit cost is reimbursed under the scheme, leaving the enterprise to bear the remaining 25%.
What documents are typically required for the application?
You will typically need to submit the detailed water audit report, the audit agency's invoices along with payment proof, and your enterprise's registration documents, such as the MSME Udyam registration certificate.
Is this scheme open to enterprises across all industries in Andhra Pradesh?
Although the Food Processing Policy names it explicitly, the Micro and Small Enterprise Development Policy is broad in scope, so the scheme generally covers all eligible MSMEs operating in Andhra Pradesh regardless of industry.
Sectors
- Water Audit
- Msme
- Andhra Pradesh
- Reimbursement
- Sustainability
- Environmental
Details last verified on 16 September 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.