Business Government Schemes
755 government schemes in the business category, including 121 central schemes. Open any scheme for eligibility, benefits and how to apply.
Check which ones you are eligible for →Consortia & Tender Marketing Scheme
The scheme aims to facilitate Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in marketing their products and services through individual or collective participation in tenders via consortia. It helps MSEs secure bulk orders, improve competitiveness, and access government procurement opportunities.
Incentive Scheme for MSMEs in Powerloom Sector: State Capital Investment Subsidy
“State Capital Investment Subsidy” incentives under “Incentive Scheme for MSMEs in Powerloom Sector” scheme implemented by the Dept. of MSME & T, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide subsidy of the fixed capital investment made for its approved project.
Khadi Gramodyog Vikas Yojana: Khadi Vikas Yojana
The scheme aims to increase productivity and wages of Khadi artisans, improve production infrastructure, boost employment and sales, revive traditional rural skills, modernize sales outlets, and promote marketing and exports.
The West Bengal Incentive Scheme: Additional Incentive for Adventure Tour Operators
“Additional Incentive for Adventure Tour Operators” incentives under the “WBIS” scheme by the Dept. of Tourism, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide reimbursement incentives with SGST payments for purchasing tents, dinghies, adventure & sports equipment, and related accessories.
The West Bengal Incentive Scheme: Additional Incentive on Generation of Employment
“Additional Incentive on Generation of Employment” incentives under “The West Bengal Incentive Scheme” scheme by the Dept. of Tourism, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide reimbursement of expenditure incurred for paying contribution towards ESI and EPF.
The West Bengal Incentive Scheme: Capacity Utilisation
“Capacity Utilisation” incentives under the “The West Bengal Incentive Scheme” implemented by the Dept. of Tourism, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide additional Floor Area Ratio (FAR) over and above the maximum permissible FAR as may be fixed by the competent authority.
The West Bengal Incentive Scheme: Interest Subsidy on Term Loan
“Interest Subsidy on Term Loan” incentives under “The West Bengal Incentive Scheme” scheme by the Dept. of Tourism, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide Interest Subsidy on annual interest liability on the Term Loan borrowed from a Bank to an approved project of an eligible unit.
The West Bengal Incentive Scheme: Reimbursement of Stamp Duty and Registration Fee
“Reimbursement of Stamp Duty and Registration Fee” incentives under the “WBIS” scheme implemented by the Dept. of Tourism, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide a reimbursement of stamp duty and registration fee paid by the eligible units for the purpose of registration of documents.
The West Bengal Incentive Scheme: State Capital Investment Subsidy
“State Capital Investment Subsidy” incentives under “The West Bengal Incentive Scheme” scheme implemented by the Dept. of Tourism, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide a State Capital Investment Subsidy of the fixed capital investment.
The West Bengal Incentive Scheme: Subsidy for Quality Improvement
“Subsidy for Quality Improvement” incentives under the “WBIS” scheme aims to provide a reimbursement for the fixed capital investment expenditure incurred for quality improvement, modernization and installation of pollution control devices and for obtaining ISI/BIS/ISO certification.
The West Bengal Incentive Scheme: Tourism Promotion Assistance in lieu of Interest Subsidy
“Tourism Promotion Assistance in lieu of Interest Subsidy” incentive under the “The West Bengal Incentive Scheme” aims to provide Tourism Promotion Assistance for SGST irrespective of the location of the project, which will be in lieu of interest subsidy.
The West Bengal Incentive Scheme: Waiver of Electricity Duty
“Waiver of Electricity Duty” incentives under “The West Bengal Incentive Scheme” scheme implemented by the Dept. of Tourism, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide waiver of electricity duty on the electricity consumed in its approved project.
West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme: Incentive for Energy Efficiency
“Incentive for Energy Efficiency” incentives under “West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme” scheme implemented by the Dept. of MSME&T, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide a reimbursement for the cost of energy and installations for energy conservation as per energy audit.
West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme: Power Subsidy
“Power Subsidy” incentives under “West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme” scheme implemented by the Dept. of MSME&T, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide power subsidy on electricity consumption for 5 years from the date of commencement of production.
West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme: State Capital Investment Subsidy
“State Capital Investment Subsidy” incentives under “West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme” scheme implemented by the Dept. of MSME&T, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide a State Capital Investment Subsidy of the fixed capital investment.
West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme: Subsidy for Water conservation/ Environment Compliance
“Subsidy for Water Conservation/ Environment Compliance” incentives under “West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme” scheme by the Dept. of MSME&T , Government of West Bengal, aims to provide reimbursement of expenditure incurred by it towards the cost of captive Effluent Water Treatment Plant.
West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme: Waiver of Electricity Duty
“Waiver of Electricity Duty” incentives under “West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme” scheme implemented by the Dept. of MSME&T, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide waiver of electricity duty on the electricity consumed in its approved project.
West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme: Waiver of Fees for Land Conversion and Mutation
“Waiver of Fees for Land Conversion and Mutation” incentives under “West Bengal Textile Incentive Scheme” scheme implemented by the Dept. of MSME&T, Government of West Bengal, aims to provide a waiver of fees for conversion and mutation of the land as approved in the project.
'Financial Assistance for Setting Up of Sales Emporia by Industrial Associations, Handicrafts Societies and Recognized Institutions' under 'Marketing And Publicity'
In this scheme, financial support will be provided via the Industrial Associations, Handicrafts Societies and Recognized Institutions for promotion of Handicrafts, Coir, Jute, Micro and Small Industrial products, i.e. for acquiring suitable buildings/premises & providing infrastructure facilities.
'Grant-in-Aid to Industrial Association, CII, Industrial NGOs for Promotion of SME Clusters' under 'Marketing And Publicity'
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.
'Organizing/ Participation in Exhibitions /Trade Fairs /Expo /Seminars /Investors Meets, etc' under 'Marketing And Publicity'
Through this scheme, Promotion Campaigns, Exhibitions, Trade Fairs, Investors Meets, Seminars etc., are arranged in important towns/cities of India and abroad, to attract industries to invest in Puducherry. This will help them in increasing the marketability of these products.
'Rent Subsidy for Sales Emporia Established by Handicrafts / Micro & Small Industries Emporium' under 'Marketing And Publicity'
In this scheme, financial support will be provided via the Industrial Associations, Handicrafts Societies and Recognized Institutions for promotion of Handicrafts, Coir, Jute, Micro and Small Industrial products, i.e. for acquiring suitable buildings/premises and providing infrastructure facilities.
"Assistance for Energy and Water Conservation" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - Various Incentives"
Through this scheme, 50% of the fees paid to the recognized institution/consultant for conducting the energy/water audit is reimbursed. The unit should have achieved saving in energy/water minimum by 10% of average monthly consumption of previous 12 months before conduct of audit.
"Assistance for Intellectual Property Protection Support" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - Various Incentives"
Through this scheme, assistance of 50% is provided subject to a maximum of ₹2,00,000/- for the expenditure for obtaining domestic patent (₹5,00,000/- for international patent). The applications are accepted offline in the prescribed form available on the Official Website of the Department.
"Assistance for Technology Acquisition" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Capital Intensive Industries"
Through "Assistance for Technology Acquisition", assistance for acquisition of appropriate technology in any form for specific product/process is provided by way of 50% grant subject to a maximum of ₹10,00,000/-. The applications are accepted offline in the prescribed form available.
"Capital Investment Subsidy (for New and Existing Industries)" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Capital Intensive Industries"
Through "Capital Investment Subsidy (for New and Existing Industries)", the enterprises & entrepreneurs are provided subsidies of upto 45% on the investments made on land, buildings, plants and machinery. The applications are accepted offline in the prescribed form available on the Official website.
"Capital Investment Subsidy: 5% Additional Capital Investment Subsidy to Karaikal Region" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries"
The "Capital Investment Subsidy: 5% Additional Capital Investment Subsidy to Karaikal Region" is a Component of the "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries" Scheme by the Department of Industrial Development (Industries and Commerce), UT of Puducherry.
"Capital Investment Subsidy: Information Technology (IT) / Information Technology Enabled Services (ITES) Industries" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries"
The new IT/ITES industrial unit which started production on or after 6-11-2002 are provided with subsidy on the investments made on plant and machinery @ 20% thereon subject to a maximum of ₹20,00,000/- for the large, medium, small and micro enterprises during the period of operation of the scheme.
"Capital Investment Subsidy: Physically Handicapped Persons/ Ex-Servicemen" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries"
Through this scheme, the new industrial units which started production on or after 5th August 2009 by physically handicapped entrepreneurs and Ex-Servicemen for the investments made on land, building and plant and machinery are eligible for capital investment subsidy at the rate of 25%.
"Capital Investment Subsidy: SC/ST/Women Entrepreneurs" Component of the "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries" Scheme
"Capital Investment Subsidy: SC/ST/Women Entrepreneurs" is a scheme by the Department of Industrial Development (Industries and Commerce), Union Territory of Puducherry. The department extends subsidies for the investments made on land, buildings, plants & machinery @ 25%.
"Conducting of Exhibitions" Component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme
The scheme "Conducting of Exhibitions" aims to enhance awareness of diverse coir products and promote their market presence. It extends financial support, including a daily allowance of ₹150 per participant and travel reimbursements, to both local and outstation participants.
"Employment Incentive" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - Various Incentives"
Through the "Employment Incentive" scheme, Wage/Employment subsidy of 20% wage/salary up to a maximum of ₹5,00,000/- per annum, in case of workers who are covered under Provident Fund (PF), will be granted. The applications are accepted offline in prescribed form available on the Official Website.
"Employment Incentive" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries"
A Wage/Employment subsidy of 20% of wage/ salary up to a maximum of ₹5,00,000/- per annum is provided in the case of workers who are covered under the Provident Fund (PF). The new units which commence production on or after 2-8-2004 would alone be eligible for this incentive for 5 years.
"Entrepreneureship Development Programme (EDP)" Component of the "Development of Industries" Scheme
The scheme aims to to develop entrepreneurship skills by providing training for setting up of the projects. The programmes contains motivating the prospective entrepreneurs, highlight respective projects, the course of actions to taken by them for setting up and successful running their unit.
"Entrepreneurship Development Programme" Component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme
The scheme aims to provide Entrepreneurship training, to encourage prospective entrepreneurs to start the coir industry. Awareness programmes will also be arranged for the existing coir industries about the modern technology and scheme, and incentives available under the State Grant.
"Exhibition" Component of the "Development Of Handicrafts" Scheme
The "Exhibition" scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Puducherry, was introduced to boost the marketability of handicrafts and enhance sales through the organization of exhibitions. These exhibitions are conducted locally and in various states of the country.
“Exposure Tour for the Coir Artisans” Component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme
The scheme “Exposure Tour For The Coir Artisans” by the Dept of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry is introduced for acquiring the latest techniques and innovative ideas in various coir units located in other states, the exposure tour will be conducted for the coir artisans.
"Generator Subsidy" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - Various Incentives"
Through the "Generator Subsidy" scheme, 50% subsidy is provided to the industrial units of the micro, small, medium and large industries for the purchase and installation of generators. The applications are accepted offline in the prescribed form available on the Official Website of the Department.
"Generator Subsidy" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries"
Through this scheme, the micro, small and medium industrial units (manufacturing and service sector) shall be eligible for the grant of 50% subsidy with a cap of ₹5,00,000/- per industrial unit on the investment made on or after 5-3-2009 on generator sets. The applications are accepted offline.
"Grant of Margin Money for Availing Capital Loan" Component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme
The scheme "Grant of Margin Money for Availing Capital Loan" aims to incentivize entrepreneurs to establish new coir industries & revitalise existing ones. The units must be set up in Puducherry. The scheme provides margin money upon receipt of a financial institution's sanction order for a project.
"Grant of Margin Money for Availing the Capital Loan" Component of the "Development of Silk" Scheme
The scheme aims to encourage the entrepreneur to set up Silk Weaving Units in Puducherry. This margin money grants will reduce the initial financial burden on the entrepreneurs while availing term loan/working capital loan from the financial institutions for setting up of silk weaving units.
"Grant to Coir Cluster/Societies/Agency" Component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme
The "Grant to Coir Cluster/Societies/Agency" scheme aims to foster the development of coir industries. The scheme encourages unemployed rural youth and artisan individuals to participate in the manufacturing and sales of coir products. Grant of ₹2,00,000 per year is provided for five years.
"Grant To Handicrafts Societies" Component of the "Development of Handicrafts" Scheme
“Grant To Handicrafts Societies” by the Department of Industries and Commerce, UT of Puducherry aims to encourage the creation of Handicrafts Societies to enhance coordination and skill among craftspeople. Grants are provided to registered societies for organizing or participating in exhibitions.
"Grant to Silk Societies/Agency" Component of the "Development of Silk" Scheme
The scheme "Grant to Silk Societies/Agency" aims to encourage the silk weaving artisans to form registered societies/agencies to develop a cluster approach among the artisans which is effective and advisable at present for the successful development of their business.
"Grant to Subsidy for Raw Materials Procurement" Component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme
The "Grant to Subsidy for Raw Materials Procurement" Scheme by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Union Territory of Puducherry, aims to promote Coir Industries by providing a 15% subsidy on annual raw materials procurement, capped at ₹5,00,000 per annum per unit.
"Green and Eco-Friendly Measures" under “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises”
The award for "Green and Eco-Friendly Measures" is conferred upon the industries that are green and eco-friendly as per the standards of the Department of Science, Technology and Environment (DSTE), Puducherry. The awardee is given a cash award of ₹2,00,000/- and a citation.
"Infrastructure Development Subsidy (For IT/ITES)" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Capital Intensive Industries"
Through this scheme, 30% Subsidy subject to a max. of ₹1,00,00,000/- will be granted on the investment made on building with a minimum extent of 50,000 sq.ft. constructed area, by the infrastructure developers/industries for leasing out to Information Technology industries or for own industrial use.
"Infrastructure Subsidy" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries"
The "Infrastructure Subsidy" is a Component of the "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries" Scheme by the Industries and Commerce Department, Puducherry. 25% subsidy is provided to the industrial units who have made investments on buildings.
"Innovation in Technology [Product (or) Process]" under “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises”
The award "Innovation in Technology [Product (or) Process]" under “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises” is conferred upon the industrial units who have patented their technology innovation.
"Interest Subsidy (For Micro, Small, Medium and Large New Industries)" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - Various Incentives"
Through this scheme, the industrial units availing loans from financial institutions towards the creation of fixed assets and for working capital shall be eligible for an interest subsidy to an extent of 25% of the annual interest amount paid. The applications are accepted offline.
"Interest Subsidy" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries"
The industrial units which have availed loans from financial institutions towards the creation of fixed assets and for working capital shall be eligible for an interest incentive to an extent of 25% of the annual interest amount paid. The applications are accepted offline.
"Market Development Support Assistance" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - Various Incentives"
Through "Market Development Support Assistance", assistance worth 50% of total rent, literature and display material (subject to a max. of ₹5,00,000/-) is provided to the industrial unit for participation in international trade fair as an industry association. The applications are accepted offline.
"Marketing Incentive" under the "Handloom Marketing Assistance" Component of the National Handloom Development Programme
The scheme aims to develop and promote marketing channels for handloom products to bring greater visibility to the sector and ensure commensurate remuneration to weavers. It provides Marketing Incentive to eligible handloom agencies for creating conducive conditions for marketing handloom products.
"Outstanding Artisan of the Year" under “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises”
The "Outstanding Artisan of the Year" award is conferred upon the artisan who has been a participant for 3 years in National / International handicraft exhibitions/fairs. The awardee is given a cash award of ₹2,00,000/- and a citation. The applications are accepted offline in the prescribed form.
"Outstanding Entrepreneur" under “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises”
"Outstanding Entrepreneur" under “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises” is a scheme by the Industries and Commerce Dept, UT of Puducherry, formulated to award the best entrepreneurs.
"Outstanding Exporter" under “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises”
"Outstanding Exporter" under “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises” by the Industries & Commerce Dept, Puducherry, awards the direct manufacture exporters that are exporting for 3 years.
"Outstanding SC/ST Entrepreneur" under “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises”
"Outstanding SC/ST Entrepreneur" under “Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - State Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises” is a scheme by the Industries and Commerce Dept, UT of Puducherry, formulated to award the best SC/ST entrepreneurs.
"Rent Subsidy" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries"
This scheme aims to support SC/ST and women entrepreneurs who have initiated production on or after 27-3-2002 in a rented building. It provides rent subsidy for the first five years from the commencement of commercial production on a tapering basis, with a max ceiling of ₹5,000 per month.
"Subsidy for Quality Certification" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - Various incentives"
"Subsidy for Quality Certification" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Industries - Various incentives" is a scheme by the Industries and Commerce Dept, Puducherry. An assistance is granted for a maximum of 3 quality certifications @ 50% of the cost.
"Subsidy to Pollution Control Equipment" under "Motivation of Entrepreneurs to Start Industries and Fiscal Assistance to Capital Intensive Industries"
Through "Subsidy to Pollution Control Equipment", the units which are installing pollution control equipment will be granted subsidy @ 25% up to a max. of ₹5,00,000/-. The applications are accepted offline in the prescribed form available on the Official Website of the Department.
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