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Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance for Power Connection Charges

The "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs" aims to empower the state's dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Financial Assistance: Assistance of 35% on charges paid to the distribution licensee for LT/HT service lines maximum assistance of up to ₹5,00,000/- during the operative period of the scheme.

Who can apply

The applicant must be registered as an MSME.; The enterprise must have obtained acknowledgment or registration from the Ministry of MSME or the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), as applicable.; The enterprise must be located outside GIDC/approved industrial parks.; Charges must be paid to the distribution licensee during the scheme's operative period.; Assistance applies to new power connections, additional load for expansion, or shifting of connection/service lines.; Applications must be submitted within one year from the date of payment to the distribution licensee.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for Assistance to MSMEs"?

The "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for Assistance to MSMEs" is a state initiative designed to support and strengthen the MSME sector in Gujarat. It aims to enhance growth, encourage investments, and contribute to the vision of self-reliant Gujarat and India.

When is the scheme operative?

The scheme is operative from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027, covering a period of five years.

What are the objectives of the scheme?

The scheme aims to boost MSME growth, enhance the industrial ecosystem, encourage investments, and contribute to Gujarat's and India's self-reliance vision.

What are some initiatives included in the scheme?

The scheme includes the establishment of new industrial estates, sector-specific parks, and infrastructure projects, along with amendments to the Gujarat Industrial Policy 2020 to further support MSME growth.

Who is eligible to benefit from the scheme?

MSMEs established and operating within Gujarat are eligible to benefit from the scheme, as per the criteria defined in the policy framework.

What is the purpose of the component?

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to eligible MSMEs for costs incurred on LT/HT service line charges paid to distribution licensees.

What is the maximum amount of assistance provided under the scheme?

The maximum assistance provided under the scheme is [?]5,00,000/- per enterprise during the operative period.

What percentage of the charges is reimbursed under this scheme?

The scheme reimburses 35% of the charges paid to the distribution licensee for LT/HT service lines.

What types of power connection expenses are covered under the scheme?

The scheme covers expenses for new connections, additional load for expansion, and shifting of connection or service lines.

What is the time limit to apply for the assistance?

Applicants must submit their applications within one year from the date of payment to the distribution licensee.

Can an enterprise located inside GIDC or approved industrial parks apply for the scheme?

No, the scheme is exclusively for MSMEs located outside GIDC or approved industrial parks.

Can multiple applications be submitted by the same enterprise?

No, the scheme allows for reimbursement up to the maximum limit of [?]5,00,000/- per enterprise during the operative period.