Banglashree for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises: State Capital Investment Subsidy (CIS)
Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, Government of West Bengal · Central government
The State Capital Investment Subsidy under Banglashree for MSME funds fixed capital investments by micro and small manufacturers in West Bengal.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Up to ₹75,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The State Capital Investment Subsidy operates as a sub-scheme within the Banglashree for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises initiative, introduced on April 1, 2020, by the Government of West Bengal. Its purpose is to promote industrial growth and build a resilient MSME ecosystem in the state through fiscal incentives.
The Banglashree scheme as a whole seeks to motivate entrepreneurs to set up and grow MSMEs across West Bengal. This effort supports balanced regional development, improves resource use, creates fresh employment, and widens the MSME sector's reach, with the aim of making West Bengal a frontrunner in the national MSME arena.
For the State Capital Investment Subsidy specifically, eligible micro and small enterprises in Zones C, D, and E receive direct financial assistance for their approved projects. By easing the capital burden, the incentive encourages investment in manufacturing, spurs innovation, and supports steady economic growth in these enterprise categories.
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
- West Bengal
- The applicant must be a Micro, Small, or Medium Enterprise (MSME). - The enterprise must operate in the manufacturing sector. - Commercial production must have started on or after April 1, 2019. - The Date of Commencement of Commercial Production (DOCCP) must lie between April 1, 2020, and March 31, 2025. - Eligible structures: private sector, cooperative sector, joint sector undertakings, state government-owned companies/undertakings, and Industrial Self-Help Groups (SHGs). - The first application must be filed within 12 months from the DOCCP or within 12 months from the date of notification of Banglashree, whichever is later.
How to apply
1. **Registration.** Go to the Shilpasathi Portal and select 'Apply Online'. Choose 'Create New' to begin a fresh registration. 2. **Applicant Type.** Specify the Applicant Type (Industry/Business/Commercial/Charitable Society/Govt. entity) and provide your Registration Number. 3. **User Registration.** Complete every required field on the User Registration page and press 'Register'. 4. **Login.** Return to the Shilpasathi Portal, click 'Apply Online', and sign in with your username and password or through OTP. 5. **Dashboard Access.** The system will route you to the user dashboard. Select 'ALL SERVICES' and then choose 'MSME Incentive'. 6. **Create CAF.** Use 'Create CAF' to obtain your CAF ID. Afterwards, click 'Apply Online' to move forward. 7. **Eligibility & CAF Form.** Complete the eligibility form and press 'Save and Continue' to reach the common application form (CAF). Fill in all required fields in the CAF and click 'Update and Continue' to see a preview. 8. **Dashboard Actions.** After the initial submission, go to the Dashboard to check the status. Use 'Click to Proceed' to continue the application and 'Save' to record any revised details. 9. **Form Preview.** Select 'Preview' to examine the form prior to the final submission. 10. **Online Form - A.** Click 'Go to Application' to complete the 'Online Form - A'. 11. **Apply Subsidy Section.** Move to the 'APPLY SUBSIDY' area to review subsidy items year by year. Press 'SAVE' when finished. 12. **Fill Up Subsidy Tab.** Access the 'FILL UP SUBSIDY' tab, enter subsidy details for each year, and use 'Add More' to provide a multi-year breakdown. 13. **Document Upload & Submission.** Attach all necessary documents, review the details, click 'VERIFY & SUBMIT', tick the declaration box, and press 'Submit Application'. 14. **Reference Number.** Once Form-A is submitted, an application reference number will be issued for tracking your progress.
How applications are assessed
Applications are submitted through the online portal run by the Department of MSME & Textiles, Government of West Bengal. Each submission is checked against the scheme’s eligibility conditions, covering enterprise type, sector of operation, and the date commercial production began within the prescribed period. The eligibility form and Common Application Form (CAF) are examined, followed by a review of year-wise subsidy particulars and the documents uploaded by the applicant.
The authorities then assess the fixed capital investment details and confirm adherence to the scheme’s guidelines. The final decision on whether a subsidy is admissible, and the amount to be released, rests on this verification. The process is designed to keep disbursement transparent and equitable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main objective of the Banglashree for MSME Scheme?
The scheme offers fiscal incentives to entrepreneurs for setting up Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, with the goal of balanced MSME growth, optimal resource use, job creation, and business expansion to position West Bengal as a leading MSME state in India.
What types of enterprises are eligible for the State Capital Investment Subsidy?
Micro and Small Enterprises in the manufacturing sector that began commercial production on or after April 1, 2019, are eligible, whether they are from the private, cooperative, joint, state government-owned, or Industrial SHG sectors.
What are the subsidy percentages and maximum limits?
Micro enterprises are eligible for 25–60% of FCA, and small enterprises for 15–40%, varying by zone, with an additional 20% for enterprises wholly owned by women, SC/ST, and minority entrepreneurs. The total subsidy is capped at ₹50 lakh for small enterprises in Zones C & D and ₹75 lakh for those in Zone E.
Is there a specific deadline to apply for this subsidy?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis relative to your project's commencement. The first application must be submitted within 12 months from your Date of Commencement of Commercial Production (DOCCP) or within 12 months from the date of notification of the Banglashree scheme, whichever is later, and your DOCCP must fall within the scheme's operational period, which is in force until March 31, 2025.
What documents are typically required for the application?
Applicants generally need incorporation documents, project reports, proof of fixed capital investment, financial statements, MSME registration, and relevant permits or licences for the manufacturing unit. For exact requirements, refer to the official guidelines and user manual on the Shilpasathi Portal.
Who can I contact for technical issues or queries?
For general queries, contact Protiti at +91 33 2255 3700 or email silpa.sathi@wbidc.com. For technical issues, email the Quick Response Team at qrt.silpasathiwb@gmail.com or call the toll-free helpline at 1800-345-5562.
Sectors
- Manufacturing Industrial
- Manufacturing
- Msme
- West Bengal
- Capital Subsidy
- Industrial Development
- State Government Scheme
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.