Grant-in-Aid to Industrial Association, CII, Industrial NGOs for Promotion of SME Clusters' under 'Marketing And Publicity

Description
The scheme 'Grant-in-Aid to Industrial Association, CII, Industrial NGOs for Promotion of SME Clusters' under 'Marketing And Publicity' was launched by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry. Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided to the Industrial Associations, CII, and Industrial NGOs for the promotion of the SME Cluster. The financial assistance is 75% of the actual cost, subject to a maximum of ₹3,00,000/- per unit in cluster.

Benefits
• The financial assistance is 75% of the actual cost, subject to a maximum of ₹3,00,000/- per unit in cluster.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be an Industrial Association/ CII/ Industrial NGO.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009), and submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concer…
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Step 3: The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during office hours) the District Industries Centre (Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009), and submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.

Step 4: Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as ac…
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Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.

Required Documents
• Proof of Registration as an Industrial Association/ CII/ Industrial NGO.
• Any Other Document as Required by the District Industries Centre.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there any provision for grievance redressal related to the scheme?
A: Information on grievance redressal can be found at https://industry.py.gov.in/grievance-redressal-mechanism.

Q: What constitutes 'actual cost' in the context of financial assistance under the scheme?
A: The term 'actual cost' refers to the real expenditure incurred by Industrial Associations, CII, and Industrial NGOs for the promotion of SME Clusters.

Q: Can an applicant inquire about the status of their application after submission?
A: The unique number assigned upon submission can be used for all further references, suggesting that applicants can inquire about the status of their application using this identifier.

Q: What are the expected outcomes for SME Clusters as a result of the financial assistance provided by the scheme?
A: The expected outcomes include the promotion and development of SME Clusters through the financial support of 75% of the actual cost, contributing to the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises in the region.

Q: What is the location for submitting the application form?
A: Applicants should submit the application form at the District Industries Centre located in Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009.

Q: Is there a specific timeframe for submitting the application?
A: The provided information does not specify a particular timeframe for submitting the application. Interested applicants should visit during working hours on a working day.

Q: How is the financial assistance calculated under the scheme?
A: Financial assistance is calculated as 75% of the actual cost incurred by the Industrial Associations, CII, and Industrial NGOs for promoting SME Clusters.

Q: Where can an interested applicant find the application form for the scheme?
A: The application form can be downloaded from the official website at https://dic.py.gov.in/application-forms-download-area.

Q: How much financial assistance is offered through the scheme, and what is the maximum limit per unit in a cluster?
A: The scheme provides financial assistance of 75% of the actual cost, with a maximum limit of [?]3,00,000/- per unit in the cluster.

Q: Can non-profit organizations apply for the scheme, or is it limited to for-profit entities?
A: The scheme is open to Industrial Associations, CII, and Industrial NGOs, indicating that non-profit organizations can apply for financial assistance.