Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)
Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat · Central government
Gujarat scheme funds SC/ST-led MSME manufacturers to attend national and international exhibitions and trade fairs.
Closed. Applications closed on 6 August 2025. The details below describe the most recent cycle.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- ₹50,000 – ₹5,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- 6 August 2025
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, operates the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana as an umbrella initiative. The scheme runs from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, and is directed at strengthening the state's MSME sector. Its objectives include supporting entrepreneurs from SC/ST communities and improving global competitiveness.
Under this scheme, the component titled "Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)" provides financial support to manufacturing MSMEs. This assistance covers expenses such as stall rent, product literature, and display materials for participation in exhibitions and trade fairs at state, national, and international levels. The support aims to increase market exposure and enable business growth for eligible enterprises in Gujarat.
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 enterprise must be classified as a Micro, Small, or Medium enterprise. - The business must be owned and operated by an SC/ST entrepreneur, with at least 51% of the ownership contribution held by SC/ST individuals. - Only MSMEs in the manufacturing sector are eligible. - The enterprise must be actively producing goods within Gujarat during the scheme's tenure. - The exhibition or trade fair may be held either within India or abroad. - For international exhibitions, approval is required from recognised bodies such as the MSME Development Institute (MSME-DI), India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO), EEPC India, Federation of Indian Export Organisation (FIEO), or the state government.
How to apply
- **Registration Process:** - Go to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) and select "New Investor Registration" to open the registration form. - Complete the Registration Form and press "Submit". - Confirm your E-mail ID through the link sent to your registered E-mail address. - Once confirmed, your registration is complete. - **Post-Registration Process:** - Access the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) and choose "Login". - Provide the email address and password set up during registration. - Press the "Login" button to enter your account. - Supply the necessary information and mandatory documents about your business to finish the application.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main objective of the Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana's exhibition participation component?
The scheme provides financial assistance to SC/ST-led MSME manufacturing enterprises in Gujarat to participate in state, national, and international exhibitions and trade fairs, thereby improving their market exposure and supporting business growth.
Which types of expenses are covered under this scheme?
The financial assistance reimburses eligible costs, including stall rent, product literature, and display materials, incurred while participating in approved exhibitions and trade fairs.
Is there a limit to how many times an enterprise can avail this assistance?
Yes, assistance limits vary by exhibition level: enterprises can avail support up to 5 times for State, National, and International (Inside India) exhibitions, and up to 3 times for International (Outside India) exhibitions during the scheme's tenure.
What does "SC/ST Enterprise" mean for this scheme's eligibility?
An SC/ST Enterprise under this scheme is one where the SC/ST entrepreneur holds 51% or more of the equity or ownership.
Does the exhibition have to be only within India?
No, the scheme covers participation in exhibitions and trade fairs held both within India and abroad. International events, however, require approval from recognised bodies such as MSME-DI, ITPO, EEPC India, FIEO, or the state Government.
Sectors
- Manufacturing Industrial
- Msme
- Manufacturing
- Exhibition
- Trade Fair
- Gujarat
Details last verified on 7 September 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.