Scheme of Financial Assistance for Skill Development to MSME Sector
Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat · Central government
Gujarat scheme reimburses 100% of training fees up to ₹10,000 per trainee for MSMEs, plus transport subsidies, to upskill their workforce.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Up to ₹10,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat, administers the "Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower" under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. It runs from August 7th, 2020, to August 6th, 2025, and addresses skill shortages across industries, improves employment prospects, and aligns workforce capabilities with technological progress and evolving business needs.
A specific component, the "Scheme of Financial Assistance for Skill Development to MSME Sector," provides direct financial support to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises for upgrading the skills of their current employees. This assistance helps individual MSMEs enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness, while also contributing to Gujarat's broader economic development and industrial growth through a more skilled and adaptable labour force.
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 applicant unit must be an MSME. - The MSME must sponsor a candidate from its existing workforce. - The sponsored candidate must have at least one year of experience in the MSME. - The training partner/organisation conducting the programme must have at least 10 years of experience.
How to apply
- **Step 1: Obtain Application Form:** Download the official application form from the CED website. - **Step 2: Prepare Application:** Fill out the application form with all required details, including information about the MSME, the sponsored employee, and the chosen training program. Ensure all necessary supporting documents are attached. - **Step 3: Submit Application:** Submit the completed application form to The Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED) at the provided address. Applications are accepted twice a year, typically in April and October. - **Step 4: Scrutiny and Appraisal:** A dedicated committee will review and appraise the submitted proposals for feasibility and adherence to the scheme's guidelines. - **Step 5: Recommendation to SLEC:** The committee will then submit its recommendations to the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC) for final consideration and approval.
How applications are assessed
Applications are reviewed by a designated Committee of relevant members, which assesses each proposal for feasibility and alignment with the scheme’s objectives. Only MSMEs and training programmes that meet these criteria are recommended for support.
The Committee’s recommendations are then submitted to the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC) for final review and approval, which makes the ultimate decision on financial assistance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary objective of this scheme?
The scheme provides financial support to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Gujarat for workforce skill upgradation, addressing industry skill gaps and increasing employment.
What kind of financial assistance is provided?
MSMEs can claim full reimbursement of course fees, capped at ₹10,000 per trainee. Trainees may also receive reimbursement for Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) bus passes to the training centre, at 100% for certain categories and 75% for others.
Which entities are eligible to apply for this scheme?
Only MSME units in Gujarat can apply, and they must sponsor an existing employee who has worked with the enterprise for at least one year.
Are there any requirements for the training partners?
The training partner or organisation delivering the skill development programmes must possess at least 10 years of experience in skill development and training.
What is the application process and deadline?
Applications are submitted offline by downloading the official form and delivering it to the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED), Gandhinagar. The application window opens twice a year, in April and October.
What other benefits does the scheme offer beyond direct trainee reimbursement?
The scheme provides up to ₹1,00,000 per training centre per year for awareness programmes and seminars, in addition to individual trainee reimbursements. It also covers costs for studies, renovation of skill centres, remuneration for third-party evaluations, monitoring, audit expenses, and assessment agencies.
Sectors
- Msme
- Skill Development
- Workforce Training
- Gujarat
- Reimbursement
- Employee Upskilling
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.