Scheme of Assistance for Environment Protection Measures: Scheme for assistance to encouraging Green Practices and Environmental Audit to MSMEs
Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat · Central government
The Gujarat government scheme funds MSMEs for green practices, environmental audits, and eco-friendly infrastructure.
Closed. Applications closed on 6 August 2025. The details below describe the most recent cycle.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- ₹50,000 – ₹75,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- 6 August 2025
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
- Scheme duration
- 5 years
About this scheme
The Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, administers the "Scheme of Assistance for Environment Protection Measures" as an umbrella initiative under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. The programme is valid from August 7th, 2020, to August 6th, 2025, and aims to support sustainable industrial development by encouraging eco-friendly practices and regulatory compliance.
Within this framework, the "Scheme for Assistance to Encourage Green Practices and Environmental Audit for MSMEs" provides financial support for activities such as periodic environmental audits, installation of advanced monitoring systems, Green Building Certification, Environmental Management Systems, Cluster-Based Equipment Purchase, and Wastewater Recovery Systems. The objective is to assist MSMEs in lowering their environmental impact and improving operational sustainability.
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
- Registered under relevant industrial laws in Gujarat. - Compliant with existing environmental regulations and standards. - Engaged in manufacturing or production activities. - Undertaking projects focused on environmental protection measures. - Adopting green practices as specified in the scheme.
How to apply
- **Step-1:** The applicant enterprise must obtain the prescribed application form and complete it. - **Step-2:** Compile all necessary documents specified in the scheme guidelines, and prepare a statement of the project expenditure. - **Step-3:** Submit the duly filled application, along with the supporting documents and expenditure details, to the relevant District Industries Centre (DIC) for Activities 1, 2, and 3, or to the Industries Commissionerate office for Activities 4, 5, and 6. - **Step-4:** Ensure the application is filed no later than six months from the date the eligible activity or project is completed, to qualify for assistance.
How applications are assessed
Disbursement is not tied to a competitive selection procedure. Rather, the assistance is released once a valid claim, accompanied by the necessary documents and expenditure particulars, is submitted, provided that the allocated grant funds remain available.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary objective of this scheme?
The scheme supports sustainable industrial growth in Gujarat by offering financial assistance to MSMEs for adopting eco-friendly practices and meeting environmental compliance standards.
What types of activities are eligible for assistance?
Eligible activities cover periodic environmental audits, installation of monitoring systems, Green Building Certification, Environmental Management Systems, cluster-based equipment purchase, and wastewater recovery systems.
Who is eligible to apply for this assistance?
MSMEs registered under applicable industrial laws in Gujarat, involved in manufacturing or production, meeting environmental compliance requirements, and carrying out environmental protection projects qualify for this scheme.
What is the maximum financial assistance available?
The maximum financial assistance depends on the activity, with the highest ceiling of ₹75,00,000 available for Wastewater Recovery Systems.
How can MSMEs apply for this scheme?
The application process is offline: applicants must complete the prescribed form, attach all relevant documents and expenditure details, and submit them to the concerned DIC or Industries Commissionerate office.
Is there a deadline for submitting applications?
Applications must be submitted within six months of completing the eligible activity or project. The scheme remains in effect until 6 August 2025.
Sectors
- Green Practices
- Environmental Audit
- Sustainability
- Msme
- Gujarat Industrial Policy
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.