The West Bengal Incentive Scheme: Waiver of Electricity Duty
By Department of Tourism, Government of West Bengal
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Quick Answer
Tourism projects and hotel units in West Bengal get a waiver of electricity duty for 5 years under this Department of Tourism sub-scheme.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- West Bengal
About this subsidy
This West Bengal Department of Tourism sub-scheme waives electricity duty for eligible tourism projects and hotel units. It sits under The West Bengal Incentive Scheme, launched on February 22, 2021, and is valid until December 31, 2025.
The waiver covers electricity used in your approved project for 5 years from the date you begin commercial operation. The aim is to cut running costs for tourism businesses in the state.
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Benefits & Funding
What You Get
Eligible units will receive a waiver of electricity duty on the electricity consumed in their approved project for a period of 5 years from the date of commercial operation. This significant financial benefit directly reduces operational costs for tourism and hospitality businesses in West Bengal, making them more competitive and sustainable. The program facilitates the necessary approvals and certifications through the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation Limited to ensure smooth access to the incentive.
- Disbursement
- Reimbursement
- Duration
- 61 months
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Applications are processed online through the Shilpasathi portal. The initial screening ensures that all required documents are submitted and eligibility criteria are met. The West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation Limited plays a crucial role in the evaluation process, issuing the necessary Registration Certificate, Date of Commencement Certificate, and Eligibility Certificate upon thorough satisfaction of the project's arrangements and compliance. Final approval for the electricity duty waiver incentive is granted by the competent authority after all prerequisite certificates have been secured by the applicant unit. This multi-stage verification process ensures that only genuinely eligible and compliant tourism projects receive the benefit.
Application Process
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How to apply
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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.
Program templates & documents
Files the program publishes for applicants — download these and apply in the prescribed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main objective of the Waiver of Electricity Duty scheme?
The objective is to provide an incentive to eligible units by waiving the electricity duty on electricity consumed in their approved project, thereby reducing their operational costs.
How long is the electricity duty waiver provided?
The waiver of electricity duty is provided for a period of 5 years from the date of commercial operation of the approved project.
What types of projects are eligible for this scheme?
The scheme is generally applicable to all eligible tourism projects, units, or expansion projects set up on or after February 22, 2021. Specific hotel units that started commercial operations between January 7, 2015, and December 31, 2020, but couldn't apply previously due to specific reasons, are also eligible.
What are the legal entity requirements for eligible units?
Eligible units may be in the private sector, co-operative sector, joint sector, as well as companies/undertakings owned or managed by the State Government. This includes various incorporated and unincorporated business structures, as well as charitable societies.
What is the application process for the Waiver of Electricity Duty?
Applications are submitted online through the Shilpasathi portal. Applicants need to register, create a Common Application Form (CAF) for 'Tourism Incentive', fill in details, upload documents, and submit. The process also involves obtaining Registration, Date of Commencement, and Eligibility Certificates from the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation Limited prior to applying for the final incentive.
