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Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)

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Milestone Date
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Overview

The scheme "Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana" aims to support SC/ST entrepreneurs and strengthen MSMEs, making them globally competitive.

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Description
The scheme "Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state& 39;s dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative supports SC/ST entrepreneurs and strengthens MSMEs, making them globally competitive. The component "Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition National and International " aims to support MSME enterprises in the manufacturing sector by providing financial assistance for participation in exhibitions and trade fairs at state, national, and international levels. The assistance covers stall rent, product literature, and display material costs to enhance market exposure and business growth.

Exclusions
• The Enterprise that has received assistance under this scheme will not be entitled to avail benefit of any other state Government Scheme for the same component/purpose, unless specifically specified under that scheme.

Definitions
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise
(Source: https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2020/2-GR_02092020.pdf)

New Enterprise
(Source: https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2020/2-GR_02092020.pdf)

Existing Enterprise
(Source: https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2020/2-GR_02092020.pdf)

Expansion
(Source: https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2020/2-GR_02092020.pdf)

Gross Fixed Capital Investment (GFCI)
(Source: https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2020/2-GR_02092020.pdf)

Forward integration, Backward Integration and Diversification
(Source: https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2020/2-GR_02092020.pdf)

Term Loan
(Source: https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2020/2-GR_02092020.pdf)

Pipeline Enterprises
(Source: https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2020/2-GR_02092020.pdf)

Benefits
• Assistance: 80% of expenses, up to ₹50,000/-.
• Duration: Eligible for a maximum of 5 times during the scheme's tenure.
• Assistance: 80% of expenses, up to ₹1,00,000/-.
• Duration: Eligible for a maximum of 5 times during the scheme's tenure.
• Assistance: 80% of expenses, up to ₹2,00,000/-.
• Duration: Eligible for a maximum of 5 times during the scheme's tenure.
• Assistance: 70% of expenses, up to ₹5,00,000/-.
• Duration: Eligible for a maximum of 3 times during the scheme's tenure.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise run by SC/ST entrepreneur.
2. Only MSME enterprises from the manufacturing sector are eligible.
3. The enterprise must be in production within Gujarat during the scheme's tenure.
4. The exhibition/trade fair must be organized in India or outside India.
5. International exhibitions must be approved by recognized bodies like the MSME Development Institute(MSME-DI), India Trade Promotion Organization(ITPO), EEPC India, Federation of Indian Export Organization(FIEO) etc. or state Government.
6. > **Note****:**
7. - **SC/ST Enterprise:** SC/ST Enterprise means the enterprise in which contribution of SC/ST entrepreneur is 51% or more.

Application Process
Step 1: Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "New Investor Registration" to access the registration form.
Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on "Submit".
Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your r…
Offline

Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "New Investor Registration" to access the registration form.
Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on "Submit".
Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your registered E-mail ID.
Step-4: After verification, you will be registered successfully.
Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "Login".
Step-2: Enter the email address and password you used during registration.
Step-3: Click the "Login" button to access your account.
Step-4: Now fill in the required details and mandatory documents about your business to complete the application process.

Required Documents
• Enterprise Registration Certificate (Udyam Registration).
• Proof of Participation in the exhibition (stall allotment, invoice, etc.).
• Expenditure Bills (stall rent, product literature, display material costs).
• Bank Details for reimbursement.
• Photographs of the exhibition participation.
• Approval Certificate (for international exhibitions from MSME-DI, ITPO, EEPC India, FIEO, or State Government).
• Any other documents if required.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the "Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana"?
A: It is a special scheme introduced under the Industrial Policy 2020 to provide financial assistance and support to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) entrepreneurs in the MSME sector.

Q: What sectors are prioritized under the Industrial Policy 2020?
A: The policy prioritizes industries such as Auto and Auto Components, Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Cement, Textiles, Engineering, Gems and Jewellery, and Ceramics.

Q: How does the scheme promote export competitiveness?
A: The scheme emphasizes "Vocal for Local to become Global," strengthening integrated value chains and encouraging MSMEs to enhance their export potential.

Q: What is the duration of the scheme?
A: The scheme is effective from August 7, 2020, and will remain in operation until August 6, 2025.

Q: What is the objective of the "Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)" component?
A: The objective of the "Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International)" component is to support MSME enterprises in the manufacturing sector by providing financial assistance for participation in exhibitions and trade fairs at state, national, and international levels.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
A: MSME enterprises in the manufacturing sector that are in production in Gujarat and participating in exhibitions/trade fairs are eligible to apply.

Q: What types of expenses are covered under this scheme?
A: The scheme provides assistance for stall rent, product literature, and display material costs incurred during participation in exhibitions.

Q: How many times can an enterprise avail of the assistance?
A: An enterprise can avail of assistance up to five times for state, national, and international (inside India) exhibitions and up to three times for international exhibitions (outside India) during the scheme's operative period.

Q: What is the maximum financial assistance an enterprise can receive?
A: State Level: Up to [?]50,000/-.
National Level: Up to [?]1,00,000/-.
International (Inside India): Up to [?]2,00,000/-.
International (Outside India): Up to [?]5,00,000/-.

Q: Is the financial assistance provided before or after participation?
A: The financial assistance is provided as reimbursement after the enterprise has participated in the exhibition and submitted the required documents.

Q: Can an enterprise avail of financial assistance from both state and central government schemes?
A: Yes, an enterprise may avail of benefits from both schemes, but the total assistance received cannot exceed the actual expenditure incurred.

Q: Are service-sector MSMEs eligible to apply under this scheme?
A: No, only MSMEs engaged in the manufacturing sector are eligible for financial assistance under this scheme.

Q: Is prior approval required for participation in an international exhibition?
A: Yes, an enterprise must obtain approval from MSME-DI, ITPO, EEPC India, FIEO, or the State Government for an international exhibition to qualify for assistance.

Q: Can an enterprise participate in exhibitions outside Gujarat and still receive assistance?
A: Yes, enterprises can participate in exhibitions anywhere in India or abroad, but they must be in production in Gujarat during the scheme's operative period.

Q: Can an enterprise apply for financial assistance for multiple exhibitions in the same year?
A: Yes, an enterprise can apply for assistance multiple times, provided the total number of claims does not exceed the scheme's limit.

Eligibility Criteria

1

The firm must be a Micro/Small/Medium enterprise run by SC/ST entrepreneur.

2

Only MSME enterprises from the manufacturing sector are eligible.

3

The enterprise must be in production within Gujarat during the scheme's tenure.

4

The exhibition/trade fair must be organized in India or outside India.

5

International exhibitions must be approved by recognized bodies like the MSME Development Institute(MSME-DI), India Trade Promotion Organization(ITPO), EEPC India, Federation of Indian Export Organization(FIEO) etc. or state Government.

6

> **Note****:**

7

- **SC/ST Enterprise:** SC/ST Enterprise means the enterprise in which contribution of SC/ST entrepreneur is 51% or more.

Benefits

Assistance: 80% of expenses, up to ₹50,000/-.

Duration: Eligible for a maximum of 5 times during the scheme's tenure.

Assistance: 80% of expenses, up to ₹1,00,000/-.

Duration: Eligible for a maximum of 5 times during the scheme's tenure.

Assistance: 80% of expenses, up to ₹2,00,000/-.

Duration: Eligible for a maximum of 5 times during the scheme's tenure.

Assistance: 70% of expenses, up to ₹5,00,000/-.

Duration: Eligible for a maximum of 3 times during the scheme's tenure.

Required Documents

# Document
1 Enterprise Registration Certificate (Udyam Registration).
2 Proof of Participation in the exhibition (stall allotment, invoice, etc.).
3 Expenditure Bills (stall rent, product literature, display material costs).
4 Bank Details for reimbursement.
5 Photographs of the exhibition participation.
6 Approval Certificate (for international exhibitions from MSME-DI, ITPO, EEPC India, FIEO, or State Government).
7 Any other documents if required.

How to Apply

1

Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "New Investor Registration" to access the registration form. Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on "Submit". Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your r…

Offline Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "New Investor Registration" to access the registration form. Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on "Submit". Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your registered E-mail ID. Step-4: After verification, you will be registered successfully. Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "Login". Step-2: Enter the email address and password you used during registration. Step-3: Click the "Login" button to access your account. Step-4: Now fill in the required details and mandatory documents about your business to complete the application process.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a special scheme introduced under the Industrial Policy 2020 to provide financial assistance and support to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) entrepreneurs in the MSME sector.

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