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Chemical Promotion Development Scheme

CPDS ยท Ministry Of Chemicals And Fertilizers

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Chemical Promotion Development Scheme
In short

The Chemical Promotion Development Scheme supports the chemicals industry by providing financial aid for studies and events. Grants can be up to Rs. 7,50,000 for studies and Rs. 7,00,000 for two-day events. Apply online anytime.

At a glance

Scheme levelCentral
Scheme typeCentral Sector Scheme
Benefit typeComposite
StateAll India
Ministry / DepartmentMinistry Of Chemicals And Fertilizers
Scheme forIndividual
Application modeOnline
Last dateOngoing (no last date notified)
DBT (direct bank transfer)No
MinistryMinistry Of Chemicals And Fertilizers
DBTNo
Age18 to 60 years

Who can apply (quick check)

  • ๐Ÿ‘คAll genders
  • ๐ŸŽ‚Age 18 to 60 years
  • ๐Ÿ“Online

Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.

The Chemical Promotion Development Scheme aims to boost the chemicals and petrochemicals industry in India. It is managed by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.

This scheme offers financial support to organizations for conducting studies, seminars, and workshops. It encourages knowledge creation and dissemination in the sector.

By providing grants, the scheme helps enhance research and innovation, which is crucial for the industry’s growth. Eligible applicants can receive substantial financial assistance for their initiatives.

Benefits: what you get

  • Up to Rs. 7,50,000 for industry studies
  • Up to Rs. 7,00,000 for two-day events
  • Up to Rs. 5,00,000 for one-day events

The grants are paid in installments. For studies, 30% is given at sanction, 30% after the draft report, and 40% after final report acceptance. For events, the full amount is released in one installment.

Eligibility: who qualifies

  • Age between 18 and 60 years
  • Self-employed or entrepreneur
  • Apply online

Who is not eligible

  • Event managers are not eligible for funding.

Documents required

  • Registration Certificate
  • Memorandum and Articles of Association
  • Audited Annual Accounts for the last three years
  • Technical Bio-Data of consultants
  • Program details for the event
  • Unique Identification No. from NITI Aayog

These documents prove your organization's legitimacy and capabilities.

How to apply (step by step)

  1. Visit the official web portal of the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals.
  2. Submit a preliminary proposal with event details.
  3. Wait for approval of the annual calendar of events.
  4. Once approved, submit a detailed online application at least two months before the event.

How to check status and payment

To check the application status, log in to the official portal. You can also contact the helpline for assistance.

Examples: who qualifies and who does not

Example 1: An organization with expertise in chemicals planning a two-day seminar is eligible because they meet the age and self-employed criteria.

Example 2: A registered industry association applying for a study is eligible due to their experience and registration with NITI Aayog.

Example 3: An event management company is not eligible because the scheme does not provide funding to event managers.

Common mistakes that get applications rejected

  • Not submitting the application two months in advance.
  • Missing required documents during application.
  • Being an event manager, which disqualifies the application.
  • Not adhering to the GFR 2017 regulations.
  • Failing to provide a Unique ID from NITI Aayog.

Frequently asked questions

What type of organizations can apply?

Government agencies, industry associations, and specialized organizations can apply.

How long does it take to receive the grant?

The timeline varies, but initial payments are made after sanction.

Can I apply for multiple events in a year?

Typically, only one event can receive funding per financial year.

Is there a limit on how many grants I can receive?

An organization usually receives support for only one event each financial year.

What happens if my event has foreign participants?

You need to get political and security clearance from relevant ministries.

What if I miss the deadline to submit the report?

Late submissions may affect future funding eligibility.

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First draft prepared with editorial AI tools; every fact verified against the official notification and rewritten by our team.

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