Assam Power Subsidy 2019
By Department of Industries, Government of Assam
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Quick Answer
Assam reimburses Rs 2 per unit of APDCL electricity consumed for five years, up to Rs 50 lakh a year.
About this subsidy
Clause 14.1(i) of the Industrial and Investment Policy of Assam, 2019 gives manufacturing and specified-services units a power subsidy of Rs 2.00 per unit of electricity consumed, for five years from the date of commercial production.
The subsidy is capped at Rs 50 lakh per annum, and the cumulative benefit cannot exceed 100% of the total investment made in plant and machinery — whichever limit binds first.
Only consumption on an APDCL (Assam Power Distribution Company Ltd) electricity connection qualifies. Power drawn through open access, captive generation or any other source is expressly excluded.
Eligibility
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Subsidy providers
Benefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹50L
What You Get
You get Rs 2.00 back for every unit of electricity your unit consumes on its APDCL connection, for five years starting from the date of commercial production. The annual payout is capped at Rs 50 lakh, and the running total cannot exceed 100% of what you invested in plant and machinery — whichever is lower applies. For an energy-intensive plant this materially cuts the per-unit cost of production during the ramp-up years. Power taken through open access or your own captive generation earns nothing under this clause.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
No competitive selection. The department verifies APDCL consumption records, the date of commercial production and the unit's plant and machinery investment before releasing the reimbursement within the annual and cumulative ceilings.
Application Process
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Register the unit
Obtain eligibility under the Assam industrial policy for the manufacturing or specified-services unit.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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See the questions before you start
Download every question this programme's application form asks, so you can prepare your answers offline before opening the portal.
- 2
Line up your documents
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the subsidy?
Rs 2.00 per unit of electricity consumed, reimbursed to the unit.
How long does it run?
Five years from the date of commercial production.
Is there an annual ceiling?
Yes — a maximum of Rs 50 lakh per annum, and the total cannot exceed 100% of the investment made in plant and machinery, whichever is less.
Does captive generation count?
No. Only consumption on an electricity connection with APDCL is eligible; open access and captive generation are excluded.
Who can claim it?
Manufacturing sector and specified services sector units under the Assam policy.
Is it paid in advance?
No, it is a reimbursement of power already consumed and billed.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
