Atmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme (2022–27) / Gujarat Industrial Policy
Government of Gujarat · Central government
Gujarat scheme: 25% capital assistance, 7% interest subsidy, SGST refund for new and expanding MSMEs.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Not specified
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
About this scheme
The scheme provides capital assistance covering up to 25% of Fixed Capital Investment (FCI) for general categories, with higher support available for thrust sectors and backward talukas. It also offers an interest subsidy of up to 7% on term loans for MSMEs, with an additional 1% for entrepreneurs from SC/ST, women, differently-abled, and youth categories. Other benefits include SGST reimbursement for a period of 5–10 years, EPF reimbursement (employer share) for 5–10 years for new employment, and an exemption from electricity duty.
The thrust sectors identified under the scheme are pharma, chemicals, agro-food, electronics, defence, and textile.
Who can apply
- Eligible business forms
- Not specified
- Udyam registration
- Not specified
- MSME registration
- Required
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not specified
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- Gujarat
- New and expanding MSMEs in Gujarat. - New and expanding large/thrust-sector units in Gujarat.
How to apply
- Begin by creating a project registration on the iFP portal, accessible at ifp.gujarat.gov.in (Investment Facilitation Portal). - Choose the relevant scheme component from the available options: capital assistance, interest subsidy, SGST, EPF, or electricity duty. - Provide the necessary documentation, which includes investment proof, a CA-certified FCI statement, GSTIN, Udyam Registration, and a taluka classification certificate. - For large or mega projects, coordinate with the Gujarat Large Project Nodal Agency (GLPNA). - Secure the Eligibility Certificate from the Industries Commissionerate. - After filing GST and EPF returns, submit annual claims for SGST and EPF reimbursement. - For interest subsidy, file claims via your lending bank, attaching the Eligibility Certificate.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for Atmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme?
New and expanding MSMEs, along with large or thrust-sector industrial units in Gujarat, are eligible, covering both greenfield projects and the expansion or diversification of existing units.
What capital assistance is available?
Units may receive capital assistance of up to 25% of Fixed Capital Investment (FCI). Higher percentages are available for thrust-sector units and those in backward talukas; consult the Gujarat Industrial Policy 2022–27 for zone-specific rates.
Is equity taken under this scheme?
No. Every benefit—capital assistance, interest subsidy, SGST reimbursement, EPF reimbursement, and electricity duty exemption—is a non-dilutive subsidy, and the government does not acquire any equity stake.
Which sectors get priority benefits?
Units in thrust sectors—pharma, chemicals, agro-food processing, electronics, defence, and textiles—as well as those in backward talukas, are eligible for higher capital assistance and interest subsidy rates.
How is the SGST reimbursement structured?
SGST reimbursement is available to eligible units for 5 to 10 years, depending on location and enterprise category. Claims are submitted annually to the state industries department after filing GST returns.
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted via the iFP portal (ifp.gujarat.gov.in), Gujarat's Investment Facilitation Portal. Projects exceeding a specified threshold may be routed through the Gujarat Large Project Nodal Agency (GLPNA).
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.