About this business scheme
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.
The "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for MSMEs" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state's dynamic MSME sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027, this initiative supports growth, investments, and the vision of "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat" and "Aatmanirbhar Bharat."
The component "Assistance for Patent Registration", provides financial support for individuals and legal entities to obtain patent registration for their developed products or processes. It covers a portion of the costs incurred for patent application, attorney fees, and associated expenses during the scheme's operative period.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to MSMEs: Assistance for Patent Registration (AGMSMEASP) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Industries and Mines Department |
| Launch year | 2022 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Business |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | ifp.gujarat.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Infra |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Financial Support for Patent Registration:
- 75% of the cost incurred for patent applications.
- Maximum assistance of Rs. 25,00,000/- per applicant/enterprise.
Eligible Expenditures:
- Fees for patent attorney, patent service center, and patent registration.
- Expenses related to patent equipment development (excluding travel and hotel costs).
Cap on Attorney Fees:
- Domestic patent attorney fees are capped at Rs. 50,000/-.
- International patent attorney fees are capped at Rs. 2,00,000/- per country.
Disbursement of Assistance:
- 50% of assistance disbursed after the publication/notification of the patent.
- The remaining 50% will be disbursed after the issuance of the patent certificate.
Who qualifies
- Micro/Small/Medium enterprises or Individuals are eligible for assistance under the scheme.
- 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 applicant shall have to submit application within one year from the date of publication/notification of the patent.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "New Investor Registration" to access the registration form.
Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on "Submit".
Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your registered E-mail ID.
Step-4: After verification, you will be registered successfully.
Post-Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "Login".
Step-2: Enter the email address and password you used during registration.
Step-3: Click the "Login" button to access your account.
Step-4: Now fill in the required details and mandatory documents about your business to complete the application process.
Helpdesk: Contact Here.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 05 Oct 2022 |
|---|
Terms used in this scheme
- New Enterprise
A New Enterprise means an enterprise set up by the MSME, that has commenced commercial production/ rendering of services during the operative period of the scheme, provided it satisfies the following conditions:
- The new enterprise should have obtained acknowledgment/ registration from the Ministry of MSME or DPIIT, as the case may be.
- The new enterprise should have separately identifiable fixed capital investments.
However, the enterprise will not lose its eligibility, if the utilities of an existing project, such as water, electricity, steam, gas, pollution control facilities, etc. are utilized.
- Existing Enterprise
An Existing Enterprise is an MSME that is in production/is rendering services before initiating the expansion/diversification. A new enterprise set up during the operative period of the scheme will be termed an existing enterprise about expansion/diversification.
- Gross Fixed Capital Investment (GFCI)
Gross Fixed Capital Investment means the investment made in building, plant and machinery, utilities, tools and equipment, and other assets (excluding Land) required for manufacturing the end product/ rendering of services. Assets acquired and paid for during the eligible investment period of the project under this scheme shall be considered for determining the gross fixed capital investment.
- Eligible Fixed Capital Investment (EFCI)
Eligible Fixed Capital Investment means following investments made on or after the date of issue of this GR and up to the last date of the eligible investment period
Frequently asked 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.
Who is eligible to apply for the "Assistance for Patent Registration" component?
Individuals or any legal entity can apply for assistance under the scheme.
What is the maximum amount of assistance available under the scheme?
The maximum assistance is 75% of the total cost, up to Rs. 25,00,000/- per applicant or enterprise.
What costs are covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers costs related to patent attorney fees, patent service centers, patent registration, and equipment purchased to develop the patent (excluding travel and hotel charges).
What is the cap on attorney fees?
Attorney fees for national patents are capped at Rs. 50,000/-, and for international patents, the fee is capped at Rs. 2,00,000/- per country.
When will the assistance be disbursed?
50% of the assistance will be disbursed after the publication or notification of the patent, and the remaining 50% will be given after the patent certificate is issued.
How long does an applicant have to submit the application for assistance?
The application must be submitted within one year from the date of publication or notification of the patent.
Are there any expenditures that are not eligible for assistance?
Travel, hotel charges, and other unrelated expenses are not eligible for assistance.
Can enterprises that applied for the scheme under previous guidelines receive assistance?
Yes, eligible enterprises that opted for this scheme under previous guidelines can also claim assistance for expenditures incurred during that period.
Can an enterprise receive assistance for more than one patent?
Yes, the scheme provides assistance for any number of patent applications, subject to the Rs. 25,00,000/- ceiling per applicant/enterprise.
Can expenses for developing patent equipment be reimbursed?
Yes, expenses related to patent equipment development are eligible for reimbursement, except for travel and hotel charges.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines 1 msmec.gujarat.gov.in (PDF)
- Guidelines 2 msmec.gujarat.gov.in (PDF)
- Online Application Portal ifp.gujarat.gov.in
- Document Checklist ic.gujarat.gov.in (PDF)
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