Electronic Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Scheme: Common Facility Centres/ Brownfield Electronics Manufacturing Clusters
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
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Overview
The scheme aims to support the upgradation of Brownfield EMCs through Common Facility Centres (CFCs). It provides financial assistance for infrastructure improvement and shared facilities for existing electronics manufacturing units.
Details
The scheme "Electronics Manufacturing Clusters EMC Scheme" has been launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India. It has two components, namely Greenfield Electronics Manufacturing Clusters EMCs and Common Facility Centres/ Brownfield Electronics Manufacturing Clusters. The upgradation of Brownfield aims to provide the common required technical facilities for various electronics manufacturing companies located in and around the region, which in turn will reduce the lead time of production, production cost including transportation and logistics cost , increase export and revenue generation, etc. The scheme is implemented by the Department of Electronics and Information Technology through a Special Purpose Vehicle SPV formed for the cluster.
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Benefits
• For Brownfield EMCs:
• Government grant in:
• Grant-in-aid is released in instalments through an escrow account.
• Initial 20% released as advance; subsequent releases based on utilisation.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a legal entity such as an individual, company, society, industry association, financial institution, research and development (R&D) institution, or government agency.
2. The applicant should form a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) for implementation.
3. The applicant should submit a preliminary application along with a feasibility study and project details.
4. The applicant should ensure that the committed investment is at least 4 times the assistance sought.
5. The applicant should ensure that at least 75% of the investment is in electronics manufacturing units.
6. The applicant should propose the upgradation of an existing Electronics Manufacturing Cluster.
7. The applicant should ensure the presence of an existing industrial ecosystem/cluster.
8. The applicant should achieve financial closure before submitting the final application.
9. The applicant should submit a Detailed Project Report (DPR).
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant should visit the official website of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Online
Step 1: The applicant should visit the official website of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Step 2: Step 2: The applicant should navigate to the Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Scheme section on the portal.
Online
Step 2: The applicant should navigate to the Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Scheme section on the portal.
Step 3: Step 3: The applicant should download or access the Preliminary Application Form available on the portal.
Online
Step 3: The applicant should download or access the Preliminary Application Form available on the portal.
Step 4: Step 4: The applicant should fill in all required details, including project information, feasibility study details, and SPV details.
Online
Step 4: The applicant should fill in all required details, including project information, feasibility study details, and SPV details.
Step 5: Step 5: The applicant should upload the required documents such as feasibility study report, financial details, and registration documents.
Online
Step 5: The applicant should upload the required documents such as feasibility study report, financial details, and registration documents.
Step 6: Step 6: The applicant should pay the prescribed application fee through the available online payment mode (if applicable).
Online
Step 6: The applicant should pay the prescribed application fee through the available online payment mode (if applicable).
Step 7: Step 7: The applicant should submit the Preliminary Application online and note the Application ID generated for future reference.
Online
Step 7: The applicant should submit the Preliminary Application online and note the Application ID generated for future reference.
Step 8: Step 8: The applicant should track the status of the application through the portal using the Application ID.
Online
Step 8: The applicant should track the status of the application through the portal using the Application ID.
Step 9: Step 9: After receiving in-principle approval, the applicant should complete prerequisites such as land acquisition, financial closure, and preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR).
Online
Step 9: After receiving in-principle approval, the applicant should complete prerequisites such as land acquisition, financial closure, and preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR).
Step 10: Step 10: The applicant should submit the Final Application online within 6 months of receiving in-principle approval.
Online
Step 10: The applicant should submit the Final Application online within 6 months of receiving in-principle approval.
Step 11: Step 11: The application is reviewed by the Steering Committee for Clusters (SCC), and upon approval, the applicant is informed through the portal.
Online
Step 11: The application is reviewed by the Steering Committee for Clusters (SCC), and upon approval, the applicant is informed through the portal.
Step 12: Step 12: After final approval, the funds are released in phases through an escrow mechanism, subject to compliance with the scheme guidelines.
Online
Step 12: After final approval, the funds are released in phases through an escrow mechanism, subject to compliance with the scheme guidelines.
Step 13: Step 1: The applicant should start by preparing the feasibility study and collecting all required project details.
Offline
Step 1: The applicant should start by preparing the feasibility study and collecting all required project details.
Step 14: Step 2: The applicant should obtain the prescribed Preliminary Application Form of the Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Scheme.
Offline
Step 2: The applicant should obtain the prescribed Preliminary Application Form of the Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Scheme.
Step 15: Step 3: The applicant should fill in the application form with details such as applicant information, SPV details, project proposal, and financial estimates.
Offline
Step 3: The applicant should fill in the application form with details such as applicant information, SPV details, project proposal, and financial estimates.
Step 16: Step 4: The applicant should attach all required documents, including the feasibility study report, registration documents, and financial details.
Offline
Step 4: The applicant should attach all required documents, including the feasibility study report, registration documents, and financial details.
Step 17: Step 5: The applicant should prepare the application fee in the form of a Demand Draft, as prescribed.
Offline
Step 5: The applicant should prepare the application fee in the form of a Demand Draft, as prescribed.
Step 18: Step 6: The applicant should submit the complete Preliminary Application along with documents and the fee to the Nodal Officer (EMC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, at Electronics Niketan, New Delhi.
Offline
Step 6: The applicant should submit the complete Preliminary Application along with documents and the fee to the Nodal Officer (EMC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, at Electronics Niketan, New Delhi.
Step 19: Step 7: The applicant should receive an acknowledgement or Application ID for future reference.
Offline
Step 7: The applicant should receive an acknowledgement or Application ID for future reference.
Step 20: Step 8: The application is evaluated by the Steering Committee for Clusters (SCC), and in-principle approval is granted if found suitable.
Offline
Step 8: The application is evaluated by the Steering Committee for Clusters (SCC), and in-principle approval is granted if found suitable.
Step 21: Step 9: After approval, the applicant should complete prerequisites such as land acquisition, formation of SPV, and financial closure.
Offline
Step 9: After approval, the applicant should complete prerequisites such as land acquisition, formation of SPV, and financial closure.
Step 22: Step 10: The applicant should prepare and submit the Detailed Project Report (DPR) along with the Final Application within 6 months of in-principle approval.
Offline
Step 10: The applicant should prepare and submit the Detailed Project Report (DPR) along with the Final Application within 6 months of in-principle approval.
Step 23: Step 11: The final application is reviewed by the competent authority, and approval is granted based on compliance with scheme guidelines.
Offline
Step 11: The final application is reviewed by the competent authority, and approval is granted based on compliance with scheme guidelines.
Step 24: Step 12: After final approval, the financial assistance is released in phases through an escrow mechanism, subject to fulfilment of conditions.
Offline
Step 12: After final approval, the financial assistance is released in phases through an escrow mechanism, subject to fulfilment of conditions.
Required Documents
• Memorandum And Articles Of Association / Registration Documents
• PAN Card And Tax Registration Certificates
• Annual Reports And Financial Statements (Last 3 Years)
• Shareholding Pattern Certificate
• Promoter Details And PAN Copies
• Land Ownership / Lease Documents (For Existing Cluster)
• Feasibility Study / Diagnostic Study Report
• Detailed Project Report (DPR)
• Bank Sanction Letter / Financial Closure Documents
• Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) Incorporation Documents
• Application Fee Demand Draft Details
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a Brownfield Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC)?
A: A Brownfield EMC refers to an existing electronics manufacturing cluster that is upgraded through infrastructure improvements and establishment of Common Facility Centres (CFCs).
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Q: What is the objective of the Brownfield EMC component?
A: The objective is to strengthen existing clusters by providing common infrastructure and shared facilities to improve efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness of electronics manufacturing units.
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Q: Who can apply under the Brownfield EMC component?
A: The applicant should be a legal entity such as an individual, company, society, industry association, financial institution, research and development (R&D) institution, or government agency.
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Q: Is formation of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) required?
A: Yes, the applicant should form a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) for implementation of the project.
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Q: What financial assistance is provided under this component?
A: Financial assistance is provided up to 75% of the project cost, subject to a maximum limit of ₹50,00,00,000/-.
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Q: What types of facilities can be developed under Common Facility Centres (CFCs)?
A: Facilities such as testing laboratories, tool rooms, design centres, training centres, and research and development (R&D) centres can be developed.
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Q: Is an existing cluster mandatory for applying?
A: Yes, the applicant should ensure the presence of an existing electronics manufacturing cluster with industrial activity.
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Q: What is the minimum investment requirement?
A: The applicant should ensure that the committed investment is at least 4 times the financial assistance sought, and at least 75% of the investment should be in electronics manufacturing units.
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Q: When should the Detailed Project Report (DPR) be submitted?
A: The DPR should be submitted after obtaining in-principle approval and before submission of the final application.
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Q: How is the financial assistance disbursed?
A: The assistance is released in phases through an escrow account, based on project progress and utilization of funds.
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Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a legal entity such as an individual, company, society, industry association, financial institution, research and development (R&D) institution, or government agency.
The applicant should form a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) for implementation.
The applicant should submit a preliminary application along with a feasibility study and project details.
The applicant should ensure that the committed investment is at least 4 times the assistance sought.
The applicant should ensure that at least 75% of the investment is in electronics manufacturing units.
The applicant should propose the upgradation of an existing Electronics Manufacturing Cluster.
The applicant should ensure the presence of an existing industrial ecosystem/cluster.
The applicant should achieve financial closure before submitting the final application.
The applicant should submit a Detailed Project Report (DPR).
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Benefits
For Brownfield EMCs:
Government grant in:
Grant-in-aid is released in instalments through an escrow account.
Initial 20% released as advance; subsequent releases based on utilisation.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Memorandum And Articles Of Association / Registration Documents |
| 2 | PAN Card And Tax Registration Certificates |
| 3 | Annual Reports And Financial Statements (Last 3 Years) |
| 4 | Shareholding Pattern Certificate |
| 5 | Promoter Details And PAN Copies |
| 6 | Land Ownership / Lease Documents (For Existing Cluster) |
| 7 | Feasibility Study / Diagnostic Study Report |
| 8 | Detailed Project Report (DPR) |
| 9 | Bank Sanction Letter / Financial Closure Documents |
| 10 | Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) Incorporation Documents |
| 11 | Application Fee Demand Draft Details |
How to Apply
Step 1: The applicant should visit the official website of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Online Step 1: The applicant should visit the official website of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Step 2: The applicant should navigate to the Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Scheme section on the portal.
Online Step 2: The applicant should navigate to the Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Scheme section on the portal.
Step 3: The applicant should download or access the Preliminary Application Form available on the portal.
Online Step 3: The applicant should download or access the Preliminary Application Form available on the portal.
Step 4: The applicant should fill in all required details, including project information, feasibility study details, and SPV details.
Online Step 4: The applicant should fill in all required details, including project information, feasibility study details, and SPV details.
Step 5: The applicant should upload the required documents such as feasibility study report, financial details, and registration documents.
Online Step 5: The applicant should upload the required documents such as feasibility study report, financial details, and registration documents.
Step 6: The applicant should pay the prescribed application fee through the available online payment mode (if applicable).
Online Step 6: The applicant should pay the prescribed application fee through the available online payment mode (if applicable).
Step 7: The applicant should submit the Preliminary Application online and note the Application ID generated for future reference.
Online Step 7: The applicant should submit the Preliminary Application online and note the Application ID generated for future reference.
Step 8: The applicant should track the status of the application through the portal using the Application ID.
Online Step 8: The applicant should track the status of the application through the portal using the Application ID.
Step 9: After receiving in-principle approval, the applicant should complete prerequisites such as land acquisition, financial closure, and preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR).
Online Step 9: After receiving in-principle approval, the applicant should complete prerequisites such as land acquisition, financial closure, and preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR).
Step 10: The applicant should submit the Final Application online within 6 months of receiving in-principle approval.
Online Step 10: The applicant should submit the Final Application online within 6 months of receiving in-principle approval.
Step 11: The application is reviewed by the Steering Committee for Clusters (SCC), and upon approval, the applicant is informed through the portal.
Online Step 11: The application is reviewed by the Steering Committee for Clusters (SCC), and upon approval, the applicant is informed through the portal.
Step 12: After final approval, the funds are released in phases through an escrow mechanism, subject to compliance with the scheme guidelines.
Online Step 12: After final approval, the funds are released in phases through an escrow mechanism, subject to compliance with the scheme guidelines.
Step 1: The applicant should start by preparing the feasibility study and collecting all required project details.
Offline Step 1: The applicant should start by preparing the feasibility study and collecting all required project details.
Step 2: The applicant should obtain the prescribed Preliminary Application Form of the Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Scheme.
Offline Step 2: The applicant should obtain the prescribed Preliminary Application Form of the Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC) Scheme.
Step 3: The applicant should fill in the application form with details such as applicant information, SPV details, project proposal, and financial estimates.
Offline Step 3: The applicant should fill in the application form with details such as applicant information, SPV details, project proposal, and financial estimates.
Step 4: The applicant should attach all required documents, including the feasibility study report, registration documents, and financial details.
Offline Step 4: The applicant should attach all required documents, including the feasibility study report, registration documents, and financial details.
Step 5: The applicant should prepare the application fee in the form of a Demand Draft, as prescribed.
Offline Step 5: The applicant should prepare the application fee in the form of a Demand Draft, as prescribed.
Step 6: The applicant should submit the complete Preliminary Application along with documents and the fee to the Nodal Officer (EMC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, at Electronics Niketan, New Delhi.
Offline Step 6: The applicant should submit the complete Preliminary Application along with documents and the fee to the Nodal Officer (EMC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, at Electronics Niketan, New Delhi.
Step 7: The applicant should receive an acknowledgement or Application ID for future reference.
Offline Step 7: The applicant should receive an acknowledgement or Application ID for future reference.
Step 8: The application is evaluated by the Steering Committee for Clusters (SCC), and in-principle approval is granted if found suitable.
Offline Step 8: The application is evaluated by the Steering Committee for Clusters (SCC), and in-principle approval is granted if found suitable.
Step 9: After approval, the applicant should complete prerequisites such as land acquisition, formation of SPV, and financial closure.
Offline Step 9: After approval, the applicant should complete prerequisites such as land acquisition, formation of SPV, and financial closure.
Step 10: The applicant should prepare and submit the Detailed Project Report (DPR) along with the Final Application within 6 months of in-principle approval.
Offline Step 10: The applicant should prepare and submit the Detailed Project Report (DPR) along with the Final Application within 6 months of in-principle approval.
Step 11: The final application is reviewed by the competent authority, and approval is granted based on compliance with scheme guidelines.
Offline Step 11: The final application is reviewed by the competent authority, and approval is granted based on compliance with scheme guidelines.
Step 12: After final approval, the financial assistance is released in phases through an escrow mechanism, subject to fulfilment of conditions.
Offline Step 12: After final approval, the financial assistance is released in phases through an escrow mechanism, subject to fulfilment of conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Brownfield EMC refers to an existing electronics manufacturing cluster that is upgraded through infrastructure improvements and establishment of Common Facility Centres (CFCs). <br>