Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Assistance of Capital Investment Subsidy
Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat · Central government
The Gujarat scheme funds SC/ST entrepreneurs with a capital investment subsidy up to ₹50 lakh for establishing or expanding manufacturing micro-enterprises.
Closed. Applications closed on 6 August 2025. The details below describe the most recent cycle.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Up to ₹50,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- 6 August 2025
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana is an umbrella scheme run by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It supports the state’s MSME sector, which contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. The scheme is valid from August 7th, 2020, to August 6th, 2025, and targets entrepreneurs from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), while also aiming to improve the global competitiveness of MSMEs.
One component, the Assistance of Capital Investment Subsidy to Micro enterprises, provides direct capital investment support to micro-enterprises in manufacturing. This subsidy lowers the financial load on entrepreneurs, promoting investment and growth in Gujarat’s industrial sector.
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 firm must be a Micro, Small, or Medium enterprise owned and operated by an SC/ST entrepreneur, with SC/ST individuals holding a 51% or higher stake. - The enterprise must be engaged in manufacturing. - Applications must be filed online within one (1) year of the later of: the first loan disbursement date, the date commercial production begins, or the GR issue date, and no later than the scheme's final operative date (August 6, 2025). - The term loan must be sanctioned prior to the start of commercial production. - The enterprise must have commenced commercial production to qualify for the subsidy. - If a Central Government subsidy is claimed, the combined subsidy from both the State and Central Governments must not exceed the total loan amount disbursed.
How to apply
- **Step 1: New Investor Registration**: Go to the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) at https://ifp.gujarat.gov.in/DIGIGOV/. Select "New Investor Registration" and complete the registration form. - **Step 2: Email Verification**: Submit the form, then confirm your email address through the link dispatched to the email you provided. - **Step 3: Login**: Once registration and verification are done, revisit the IFP portal, choose "Login," and use your registered email address and password to sign in. - **Step 4: Complete Application**: Within your account, provide all necessary information and attach the required documents pertaining to your business to finish the capital investment subsidy application.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary objective of the Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana?
The scheme supports the state's MSME sector by prioritising SC/ST entrepreneurs and strengthening micro-enterprises in manufacturing to enhance their global competitiveness.
Who is considered an SC/ST Enterprise under this scheme?
An SC/ST Enterprise is one where SC/ST entrepreneurs hold a contribution of 51% or more.
What are the financial incentives offered?
The subsidy covers 15% to 30% of the term loan, capped at ₹50 lakh, based on the taluka category and total Fixed Capital Investment (FCI).
When must applications be submitted?
Applications must be submitted online within one year of the first loan disbursement, the start of commercial production, or the GR issue date—whichever is later—and before the scheme’s final operative date of August 6, 2025.
Can I avail other government subsidies concurrently?
Yes, but the combined subsidy from both State and Central Governments must not exceed the total loan amount disbursed to the enterprise.
What are the key eligibility criteria for this subsidy?
Eligible firms are Micro, Small, or Medium manufacturing enterprises with at least 51% ownership and control by SC/ST entrepreneurs. They must have secured a term loan and commenced commercial production prior to submitting their subsidy application.
Sectors
- Manufacturing Industrial
- Gujarat Msme
- Sc St Entrepreneurs
- Manufacturing Subsidy
- Capital Investment
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.