Chhattisgarh Project Report Subsidy for SC/ST Entrepreneurs
Department of Industries, Government of Chhattisgarh · Central government
SC/ST entrepreneurs launching new enterprises can reclaim project report costs up to ₹10 lakh, plus an additional 10% subsidy.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Not specified
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Project Report Subsidy forms part of Chhattisgarh's Special Package for SC/ST Entrepreneurs. It reimburses new enterprises for the expense of preparing a detailed project report, thereby lowering the cost burden entrepreneurs face in their early stages and promoting planned, structured business entry.
The subsidy applies specifically to new enterprises. It makes available well-prepared project reports, which matter for obtaining funding and regulatory clearances.
Through this incentive, the state extends its support for business growth among Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe entrepreneurs. By covering this element of initial capital expenditure, the measure leaves nascent businesses better placed to direct funds towards their core operations, while professionally prepared project reports continue to serve compliance and strategic planning needs.
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
- Not specified
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not specified
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Chhattisgarh
- New enterprises qualify. - The scheme is aimed at entrepreneurs from the SC/ST category, who are extended additional benefits.
How to apply
- Draft a comprehensive project report and bear the expenses involved in preparing it. - File a reimbursement claim in line with the provisions of the Special Package for SC/ST Entrepreneurs policy. - Claims are generally filed either on the Invest Chhattisgarh portal or via the concerned District Industry Centre. - Attach every required supporting paper, such as evidence of the amount spent on the project report, documents proving enterprise registration, and, where relevant, your SC/ST category certificate. - The claim is then examined in detail and verified for eligibility and completeness. - Once sanctioned, the reimbursement sum is credited straight to your bank account.
How applications are assessed
Officials from the Department of Industries, Government of Chhattisgarh, or the District Industry Centre assess each application. They check that the new enterprise meets the eligibility criteria and, where relevant, confirm the entrepreneur's SC/ST status. The project report submitted is examined and the costs claimed in it are validated.
Approval depends on compliance with every guideline set out in the Special Package for SC/ST Entrepreneurs policy document. Selection rests on verification of documents and adherence to the scheme's terms.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Chhattisgarh Project Report Subsidy?
The Government of Chhattisgarh runs this scheme to reimburse new enterprises, particularly those led by SC/ST entrepreneurs, for the cost of preparing detailed project reports.
What is the maximum subsidy amount I can receive?
Reimbursement is available at up to 1% of your Fixed Capital Investment (FCI), capped at ₹10 lakh. For SC/ST entrepreneurs, the subsidy is raised by an additional 10%, along with a 10% higher maximum limit.
Who is eligible for this subsidy?
The subsidy targets new enterprises, and entrepreneurs from the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories receive additional benefits under it.
How is the subsidy disbursed?
The subsidy is paid out as a reimbursement of the entrepreneur's actual project report preparation costs, once the application and supporting documents have been successfully verified.
What kind of support is provided beyond financial reimbursement?
The scheme also helps new enterprises obtain government grants and incentives, making it easier for them to use state support for growth and development, in addition to reimbursing project report costs.
Sectors
- Project Report Subsidy
- Scst Entrepreneurs
- Chhattisgarh
- New Enterprises
Details last verified on 18 September 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.