Maharashtra SLIS Incentive 2025
By Directorate of Industries, Government of Maharashtra
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Quick Answer
Maharashtra industries get ₹20,000 per local candidate they skill and employ, with claims capped at 20% of total workforce capacity.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Maharashtra
About this subsidy
Under the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025, the Government of Maharashtra pays industries a Skill-Linked Incentive (SLIS) of ₹20,000 for each local candidate who is skilled and employed.
The maximum claim is 20% of your total workforce capacity. The incentive helps offset the cost of training and recruiting local people.
The scheme is open to industries operating in Maharashtra. It is meant to encourage industrial units to take part in skilling programmes and to hire local people.
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Benefits & Funding
What You Get
Under the Skill-Linked Incentive Schemes (SLIS), eligible industries can receive a direct financial incentive of ₹20,000 per local candidate. This incentive is provided for each individual from the local population who is successfully skilled and employed by the industry. The scheme incentivizes substantial local hiring, with a maximum claim limit set at 20% of the industry's total workforce capacity. This structure ensures that the benefit scales with the industry's commitment to local employment, allowing businesses to significantly offset the costs associated with training, recruitment, and integration of new local talent. The funding is intended to promote sustainable employment practices and contribute to the overall economic upliftment of Maharashtra's communities.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
The selection and approval process for the Skill-Linked Incentive Schemes involves a rigorous evaluation by the relevant departments of the Government of Maharashtra. Upon submission, applications are initially screened for completeness and adherence to basic eligibility criteria as outlined in the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025. This includes verifying the industry's operational status within Maharashtra and confirming the local status and employment details of the candidates for whom the incentive is being claimed. A detailed assessment will be conducted to ensure that all parameters, including the 20% workforce capacity cap, are met. The process aims to ensure transparency and equitable distribution of incentives to industries genuinely contributing to local skill development and employment.
Application Process
- 1
Apply Online
Submit the application with required details of skilling and employment through the official portal.
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How to apply
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- 1
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- 2
Line up your documents
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- 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.
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 Skill-Linked Incentive Schemes (SLIS)?
The SLIS aims to encourage industries in Maharashtra to invest in skill development and employment opportunities specifically for the local population. It seeks to reduce unemployment, enhance the local workforce's capabilities, and promote inclusive industrial growth within the state.
Which types of entities are eligible to claim this incentive?
Any industry operating within Maharashtra that actively engages in skilling and subsequently employing local residents is eligible to apply for this incentive. This generally includes private limited companies, LLPs, proprietorships, and partnerships.
What is the financial benefit provided per candidate under SLIS?
Eligible industries will receive an incentive of ₹20,000 for each local candidate they successfully skill and employ. This amount is disbursed to the industry as a financial support.
Is there a maximum limit to the total incentive an industry can receive?
Yes, the total incentive amount that an industry can claim under the SLIS is capped at a maximum of 20% of their total workforce capacity. This ensures the incentive directly scales with the industry's commitment to local hiring and training.
How is the 'local population' defined for this scheme?
While specific definitions would be detailed in the policy document, 'local population' typically refers to residents of Maharashtra as per domicile or other state-specific criteria, who are eligible for employment within the state's industries.
What kind of documentation is generally required to apply for the SLIS?
Applicants are usually required to submit proof of business registration, details and domicile certificates of local employees, training program records, employment contracts, and financial statements. Specific requirements are fully detailed in the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025.
How long is the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025 in effect?
The policy, which includes the SLIS, is effective as per the Government Resolution 'MaharashtraIndustriesInvestmentandServicesPolicy2025-GR-31122025.pdf'. This implies the policy and its associated incentives are available until at least December 31, 2025.
Are there any specific industry sectors targeted by this scheme?
The Skill-Linked Incentive Schemes are broadly applicable to all industries operating in Maharashtra that fulfill the criteria of skilling and employing the local population, without a specific focus on a particular sector.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
