Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Assistance of Capital Investment Subsidy
By Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat
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Quick Answer
A Gujarat state scheme providing a capital investment subsidy of up to ₹50 lakh to SC/ST entrepreneurs for establishing or expanding micro-enterprises in the manufacturing sector.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹50L
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Gujarat
- Registrations needed
- Udyam registration
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 6 August 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this subsidy
The "Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana" is an umbrella scheme initiated by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. Its primary objective is to bolster the state's dynamic MSME sector, which plays a crucial role in employment generation, GDP contribution, and exports. Active from August 7th, 2020, to August 6th, 2025, this initiative specifically aims to empower entrepreneurs from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) and enhance the global competitiveness of MSMEs. The particular component, "Assistance of Capital Investment Subsidy to Micro enterprises," is designed to offer direct capital investment support to micro-enterprises engaged in manufacturing activities. This subsidy helps reduce the financial burden on entrepreneurs, encouraging investment and growth in the state's industrial landscape.
Eligibility
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Subsidy providers
The Industries & Mines Department (IMD) of the Government of Gujarat is the state department that makes industrial and MSME policy. Its executive arm, the Industries Commissionerate, implements those policies, both the state's and the central government's, and runs the Startup…
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- Amount
- Up to ₹50L
What You Get
The scheme provides a capital investment subsidy for micro-enterprises in manufacturing, linked to a term loan. The quantum of incentive varies by taluka category:
- Category 1 Talukas: 30% of the term loan amount, up to ₹40 lakh. An additional ₹10 lakh is provided if the Eligible Fixed Capital Investment (FCI) exceeds ₹10 crore.
- Category 2 Talukas: 25% of the term loan amount, up to ₹35 lakh. An additional ₹7.5 lakh is provided if the Eligible FCI exceeds ₹10 crore.
- Category 3 Talukas & Municipal Corporation Areas: 15% of the term loan amount, up to ₹15 lakh. An additional ₹5 lakh is provided if the Eligible FCI exceeds ₹10 crore. The maximum total subsidy available is ₹50 lakh (₹40 lakh + ₹10 lakh in Category 1). This is a non-repayable subsidy aimed at supporting capital investment in manufacturing units. While the subsidy itself is not repayable, it is provided against a term loan which the entrepreneur must repay to the bank.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Application Process
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Register on IFP Portal
Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal, click 'New Investor Registration', fill the form, and submit.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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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.
Program templates & documents
Files the program publishes for applicants — download these and apply in the prescribed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary objective of the Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana?
The scheme aims to empower the state's dynamic MSME sector, with a specific focus on supporting SC/ST entrepreneurs and strengthening micro-enterprises in manufacturing, making them globally competitive.
Who is considered an SC/ST Enterprise under this scheme?
An SC/ST Enterprise is defined as an enterprise in which the contribution of SC/ST entrepreneurs is 51% or more.
What are the financial incentives offered?
The scheme offers a capital investment subsidy ranging from 15% to 30% of the term loan amount, with a maximum benefit of up to ₹50 lakh, depending on the taluka category and total Fixed Capital Investment (FCI).
When must applications be submitted?
Applications must be submitted online within one year of the first loan disbursement date, the date of commercial production commencement, or the GR issue date (whichever is later), and importantly, before the scheme's last operative date of August 6, 2025.
Can I avail other government subsidies concurrently?
Yes, but the combined subsidy from both State and Central Governments should not exceed the total loan amount disbursed to the enterprise.
What are the key eligibility criteria for this subsidy?
Eligible firms must be Micro/Small/Medium manufacturing enterprises primarily run by SC/ST entrepreneurs (51%+ contribution). They must have obtained a term loan and started commercial production before applying for the subsidy.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
