Assam ETP Subsidy 2019
By Department of Industries, Government of Assam
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Quick Answer
Assam funds 50% of the capital cost of an effluent treatment plant, up to Rs 25 lakh per unit.
About this subsidy
Clause 14.7 of the Industrial and Investment Policy of Assam, 2019 provides a 50% subsidy on the capital cost of setting up an effluent treatment plant (ETP), subject to a maximum of Rs 25 lakh per unit.
The incentive is aimed at units that must treat process effluent to meet pollution control board norms. Hotel industries are expressly excluded from this benefit.
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Subsidy providers
Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹25L
What You Get
Half the capital cost of building an effluent treatment plant is reimbursed, up to Rs 25 lakh for the unit. For a wet-process manufacturer this turns a compliance capex line into something closer to a shared cost with the state. Note the one carve-out in the clause: hotel industries cannot claim this subsidy.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Non-competitive. The department verifies the commissioned ETP and its audited capital cost, then sanctions 50% up to Rs 25 lakh.
Application Process
- 1
Register the unit
Obtain eligibility under the Assam industrial policy.
You - 2
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
See the questions before you start
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- 2
Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
- 3
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 4
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much of the ETP cost is covered?
50% of the capital cost, subject to a maximum of Rs 25 lakh per unit.
Who cannot claim it?
Hotel industries are expressly excluded from this subsidy.
Does it cover running costs?
No. The subsidy is on the capital cost of setting up the effluent treatment plant.
Is the ceiling per plant or per unit?
Per unit — Rs 25 lakh.
Who is eligible?
Eligible units under the Industrial and Investment Policy of Assam, 2019 other than hotel industries.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
