West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme: Subsidy for Water conservation/ Environment Compliance
Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, Government of West Bengal · Central government
West Bengal textile enterprises get 25% reimbursement, up to ₹1.5 crore, for captive effluent treatment plants and pollution control devices.
Open, rolling. Applications are accepted continuously — there is no deadline.
Key facts
- Subsidy amount
- Up to ₹1,50,00,000
- Instrument
- Subsidy
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Disbursement
- Reimbursed after spend
About this scheme
The "Subsidy for Water Conservation/Environment Compliance" operates as a sub-scheme within the "West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme," introduced on December 13, 2022, by the Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, Government of West Bengal. The parent scheme aims to drive focused growth across the state's textile value chain, from fibre to stitched garments, while optimising resource use and generating employment. It also positions West Bengal as a preferred investment hub for textiles.
This sub-scheme specifically targets environmental sustainability. It provides financial incentives to textile manufacturing and processing units that adopt eco-friendly measures, including water conservation and pollution control. The initiative seeks to reduce the environmental footprint of industrial operations while enhancing the modernisation and competitiveness of textile enterprises. The state government intends to align industrial advancement with ecological responsibility, securing a sustainable trajectory for both the sector and the region.
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
- Not specified
- DPIIT startup recognition
- Not specified
- GST registration
- Not specified
- Where the business may be based
- West Bengal
- Eligibility applies to industries engaged in manufacturing and processing of textiles, apparel, and technical textile products. - Production must have commenced on or after April 1, 2022. - Units may belong to the private sector, co-operative sector, joint sector, or companies/undertakings owned or managed by the State Government. - The project must have obtained approval and sanction from a Central Financial Institution, Commercial Bank, or State Financial Institution. - The unit must possess a Registration Certificate, Date of Commencement Certificate, and Eligibility Certificate issued by the Directorate of Textiles.
How to apply
- **Step 1: Registration** – Go to the registration page on the official website. Provide all required information in the registration form and select “Register.” A confirmation notice will be sent once registration is successful. - **Step 2: Login** – Access the user login section on the official website. Sign in with your registered email address and password. - **Step 3: Fill Eligibility and Common Application Form (CAF)** – Complete the eligibility form and check your eligibility directly on the portal. Then, fill in the Common Application Form (CAF) with all relevant project and company information. - **Step 4: Complete and Upload Forms** – Fill out Form A and Form C (if applicable) as per the scheme’s requirements. Download these forms, sign them manually, and upload the signed versions back to the portal. - **Step 5: Submit Application** – Once all forms are properly completed, signed, and uploaded, submit your full application via the online portal.
How applications are assessed
Applicants first verify their eligibility on the online portal before submitting an application. The Directorate of Textiles then examines each submission to confirm it meets all scheme requirements, including the necessary registration certificates and project approvals from financial institutions.
The source does not specify any committee reviews or pitch rounds. The process appears to rely on administrative verification and approval by the Department of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Textiles, based on the documentation provided and the eligibility criteria.
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary objective of this subsidy scheme?
The scheme reimburses eligible textile enterprises in West Bengal for costs incurred in setting up captive effluent treatment plants for wastewater recycling and other pollution control devices, supporting environmental compliance and sustainable practices in the sector.
What is the maximum amount of subsidy an eligible unit can receive?
A textile unit that qualifies can claim a reimbursement of 25% of its approved project cost, capped at ₹1.5 crore (₹15,000,000).
Which types of enterprises are eligible to apply for this scheme?
The scheme is available to private, co-operative, joint-sector, and State Government-owned or managed units involved in manufacturing and processing textiles, apparel, and technical textiles.
Are there any specific project approval requirements for eligibility?
Yes, the project must be approved and sanctioned by a Central Financial Institution, Commercial Bank, or a State Financial Institution for the subsidy to be applicable.
What documents are required for application to this scheme?
Applicants must submit the Registration Certificate, Date of Commencement Certificate, and Eligibility Certificate issued by the Directorate of Textiles, along with the Common Application Form (CAF) and other specified forms such as Form A and Form C.
How does this scheme support clusters of textile units?
For clusters of at least 5 units with a minimum investment of ₹200 crore, the state government will facilitate the establishment of a Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) managed by a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) of the clustered units. The participating units will bear the running costs of such CETPs.
Sectors
- Manufacturing Industrial
- Textile Industry
- Water Conservation
- Environmental Compliance
- West Bengal
- Subsidy
- Manufacturing
- Pollution Control
Details last verified on 3 August 2026. Source: the issuer's published information.