Punjab MSME Effluent Plant Subsidy
By Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Punjab
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Quick Answer
Punjab funds 50% of an MSME's capital cost for an effluent treatment plant, water pollution control devices or zero liquid discharge, up to INR 25 lakh.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹25L
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Punjab
- Registrations needed
- Udyam registration
About this subsidy
Clause 12.8 C(12) of Punjab's Industrial and Business Development Policy 2022 shares the capital cost of environmental compliance equipment with the unit installing it. The state pays 50% of the capital cost, subject to a maximum of INR 25 lakh, for setting up an effluent treatment plant, installing water pollution control devices, or installing zero liquid discharge technology. It is claimable once during the validity period of the policy — for water-intensive units such as textiles, dyeing, electroplating and food processing this is the clause that makes a compliant discharge setup affordable.
Eligibility
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Subsidy providers
The Department of Industries & Commerce is the Government of Punjab's department that runs the Punjab Start-up Cell. The Cell is headed by the Director of Industries and Commerce and acts as a single point of contact for the state's startup policy. The department is based at…
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- Amount
- Up to ₹25L
What You Get
Half the capital cost of the compliance equipment, up to INR 25 lakh, covering three specific installations: an effluent treatment plant, water pollution control devices, and zero liquid discharge technology. The support is a one-time benefit during the policy's validity period, so plan the full installation rather than claiming against a first phase.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
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
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
What equipment qualifies?
An effluent treatment plant, water pollution control devices, and zero liquid discharge technology.
How much support is available?
50% of the capital cost, subject to a maximum of INR 25 lakh.
Can I claim more than once?
No — once during the validity period of the policy.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
