UP Buyer-Seller Meet Reimbursement Scheme
By Government of Uttar Pradesh
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Quick Answer
A scheme by the Government of Uttar Pradesh to reimburse 50% of event costs, up to ₹10 lakh, for organizations related to exports organizing buyer-seller meets under the UP Textile and Garmenting Policy 2022.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹10L
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Provider
- Government of Uttar Pradesh
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Uttar Pradesh
About this subsidy
The 'Reimbursement for Organizing Buyer-Seller Meets' is an incentive offered under the Uttar Pradesh Textile and Garmenting Policy 2022. This scheme aims to boost the export potential of businesses and organizations within Uttar Pradesh by easing the financial burden associated with market expansion and promotion. Specifically, it provides financial support to entities engaged in export-related activities that proactively organize buyer-seller meets.
Such meets are crucial platforms for businesses to connect with potential international buyers, showcase their products, understand market demands, and forge new trade relationships. By subsidizing a significant portion of the costs involved in organizing these events, the Government of Uttar Pradesh encourages local industries to expand their global footprint, particularly in the textile and garmenting sectors which are key to the state's economic growth. This initiative reflects the government's commitment to creating a supportive ecosystem for export-oriented businesses, fostering a competitive environment, and driving economic development through international trade.
The policy supports a wide range of organizations, enabling them to take the initiative in market development. It's a proactive measure designed to enhance Uttar Pradesh's position in the global export market, providing tangible financial relief that can be reinvested into business growth and further market penetration.
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Subsidy providers
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- Amount
- Up to ₹10L
What You Get
This scheme provides a direct reimbursement of 50% of the total cost incurred in organizing a buyer-seller meet, with a maximum cap of ₹10 Lakh per event. The financial support directly reduces the operational expenses for export-oriented organizations, making it more feasible to engage in crucial market access activities. Beyond the financial benefit, this program indirectly offers market access opportunities by enabling businesses to host or participate in events that connect them with international buyers, fostering new trade relationships, and expanding their global reach. The reimbursement mechanism ensures that funds are provided post-expenditure, subject to verification, thereby supporting sustainable export promotion efforts within the state of Uttar Pradesh.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
The selection process for this reimbursement is not competitive in the traditional sense, but rather a verification and approval process. Applications are screened to ensure that the organizing entity meets the eligibility criteria of being an 'organization related to exports' and that the event qualifies as a 'buyer-seller meet'. The primary focus of the process is the meticulous verification of the expenses incurred for the event. A committee or designated authority will review the submitted financial documents and event reports to ensure compliance with the scheme's guidelines and to confirm the legitimacy of the claimed costs. The reimbursement is then granted based on the verified eligible costs, up to the maximum limit specified by the policy.
Application Process
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Organize Buyer-Seller Meet
The applicant organizes the buyer-seller meet and meticulously documents all expenses incurred.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 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 maximum reimbursement I can receive?
You can receive a maximum reimbursement of INR 10 Lakh per buyer-seller meet organized under this scheme.
What percentage of the event cost is reimbursed?
The scheme reimburses 50 percent of the total cost of organizing the buyer-seller meet.
Who is eligible to apply for this reimbursement?
Any organization that is related to exports and wishes to organize a buyer-seller meet at its own level is eligible.
What type of events are covered under this scheme?
The scheme specifically covers buyer-seller meets organized by export-related organizations to promote their products and connect with potential international buyers.
Is there a specific application deadline?
As this is an ongoing incentive under the UP Textile and Garmenting Policy 2022, applications are accepted on a rolling basis without a specific deadline, allowing organizations to plan their meets flexibly.
What documents are typically required for claiming the reimbursement?
Applicants are typically required to submit documentation proving the expenses incurred for organizing the buyer-seller meet, along with details of the event, its participants, and its outcomes. This includes invoices, receipts, proof of payments, event brochures, and a detailed report of the meet. Specific formats may be provided by the sanctioning authority under the UP Textile and Garmenting Policy 2022.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
