Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME): Assistance in Implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat · Central government
Gujarat MSME ICT scheme funds up to 65% of capital expenditure on essential infrastructure.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Up to ₹5,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, administers an umbrella scheme for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), operational from August 7th, 2020, to August 6th, 2025. This programme targets the state's MSME sector, which contributes substantially to employment, state GDP, and exports, with the objective of strengthening growth and improving international competitiveness.
Within this framework, the 'Assistance in Implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)' component addresses the modernisation of MSME operations. It provides financial support for establishing ICT infrastructure, covering capital expenditure on equipment for communication, networking, and cloud computing. This assistance enables enterprises to adopt digital tools and enhance operational efficiency.
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. - The enterprise must have a project plan for implementing ICT infrastructure.
How to apply
- **Registration Process:** - Go to the [Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)](https://ifp.gujarat.gov.in/DIGIGOV/) website. - Select 'New Investor Registration' to open the registration form. - Complete the form and press 'Submit'. - Confirm your E-mail ID through the link dispatched to your registered email address. - Once verification succeeds, your registration is finalised. - **Post-Registration Process:** - Revisit the [Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)](https://ifp.gujarat.gov.in/DIGIGOV/) and choose 'Login'. - Input your registered email address and password. - Press the 'Login' button to enter your account. - Fill out all necessary fields and upload the required documents related to your business to conclude the application.
How applications are assessed
The Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, reviews each application to verify that eligibility conditions are met and that all required documents have been submitted in full. Before any financial assistance is sanctioned, the department evaluates the proposed ICT infrastructure project plan, checking how well it corresponds with the scheme’s stated objectives.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary purpose of this scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance to Gujarat's MSMEs for setting up ICT infrastructure, with the aim of improving their competitiveness and digital capabilities.
What kind of expenses does the scheme cover?
The scheme covers capital expenditure on ICT facilities, specifically equipment for communication, networking, and cloud computing within the enterprise.
What is the maximum financial assistance available?
Eligible MSMEs may claim financial support for 65% of their capital expenditure on ICT facilities, capped at ₹5,00,000.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
MSMEs in Gujarat with a defined project plan for ICT infrastructure implementation are eligible to apply.
How can an enterprise apply for this scheme?
Applications are submitted online through Gujarat's Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP), which requires initial registration followed by providing detailed business and project information.
What is the validity period of this scheme?
The scheme is operational from 7 August 2020 and will accept applications and extend support until 6 August 2025.
Sectors
- Msme
- Ict
- Gujarat
- Subsidy
- Digitalization
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.