Market Development Assistance to MSMEs: Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)
Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat · Central government
Gujarat reimburses manufacturing MSMEs for stall rent, literature, and display materials at state, national, and international exhibitions.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- ₹50,000 – ₹5,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, administers the "Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)" scheme under the broader "Market Development Assistance to MSMEs" programme. It provides reimbursement for stall rent, product literature, and display materials to manufacturing MSMEs that take part in exhibitions at the state, national, and international levels.
This support is intended for manufacturing MSMEs in Gujarat to broaden their market presence, display their products, and pursue fresh business prospects within India and abroad. By easing the financial load of exhibition participation, the scheme enables MSMEs to channel resources into their expansion and competitiveness, thereby aiding the state's industrial growth and export efforts.
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 MSME unit must be engaged in the manufacturing sector. - The MSME unit must be located in Gujarat. - The MSME unit must be in production during the scheme's operative period. - Must apply within six months of exhibition participation. - International level exhibitions require approval from designated central government agencies (e.g., Ministry of MSME, ITPO, EEPC, FIEO).
How to apply
- Go to the [Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)](https://ifp.gujarat.gov.in/DIGIGOV/) and create a new investor account by completing the registration form. - Activate your account by clicking the verification link delivered to your registered email address. - Once registration is confirmed, sign in to the IFP portal with your email and password. - Provide all necessary information regarding your enterprise and submit the required documents to finalise your application. - Submit your application no later than six months from the date of your participation in the exhibition.
How applications are assessed
Applications are submitted online via the Investor Facilitation Portal. Eligibility is assessed against parameters including involvement in the manufacturing sector, location within Gujarat, operational production status, and approval for participation in international exhibitions. Reimbursement is released after eligibility and expenditure documentation are successfully verified.
Frequently asked questions
What expenses are covered under this scheme?
The scheme reimburses stall rent, product literature, and display materials expenses incurred while participating in eligible exhibitions.
What is the maximum assistance an MSME can receive?
The maximum assistance depends on the exhibition level, with amounts ranging from ₹50,000 for State Level events to ₹5,00,000 for International Level (Outside India) exhibitions.
Is there a limit to how many times an MSME can avail this benefit?
An MSME can claim benefits for State, National, and International (Inside India) exhibitions up to 5 times, and for International (Outside India) exhibitions up to 3 times.
Are all manufacturing MSMEs in India eligible?
Only MSME units in the manufacturing sector and based in Gujarat are eligible.
What is the deadline to apply after participating in an exhibition?
The MSME unit must submit its application within six months of the date of exhibition participation.
Can I combine benefits from central government schemes?
Yes, an MSME can access Central Government Scheme benefits for components not covered under the State Government Scheme, as long as the combined assistance does not exceed the actual expenditure incurred.
Sectors
- Manufacturing Industrial
- Msme
- Manufacturing
- Exhibition
- Trade Fair
- Market Development
- Gujarat
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.