About this business scheme
The scheme aims to promote resource efficiency and sustainability among MSMEs by encouraging the adoption of energy and water-saving measures through professional audits. It provides financial assistance to cover part of the audit cost.
The scheme "Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP)" Interventions is an initiative launched by the Government of India with assistance from the World Bank to enhance the performance of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. RAMP aims to improve the productivity, competitiveness, and resilience of MSMEs through a comprehensive set of reforms, capacity-building measures, and improved access to finance and market opportunities. The scheme RAMP with Intervention 1: Reimbursement of Energy and Water Audit Fees has been implemented by the Department of Industries, Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
Through this scheme, to promote resource efficiency and sustainability, the UT Administration reimburses eligible MSMEs up to Rs. 1,00,000/- for conducting Energy or Water Audits through recognised agencies. This intervention aims to support at least 300 MSMEs for Energy Audits and 100 MSMEs for Water Audits.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Interventions: Reimbursement of Energy and Water Audit Fees- DNH&DD (RAMPRWAF) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Industries |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Business |
| Level / State | State · Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu |
| Official portal | swp.dddgov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Infra |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | No lower limit to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 0 to 80 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
This intervention promotes resource efficiency and sustainability among MSMEs by encouraging the adoption of energy and water-saving measures through professional audits. The intervention provides financial assistance to cover part of the audit cost.
Quantum of Assistance Energy or Water Audit Fees:
- Cost of conducting Energy or Water Audits by recognised institutions or accredited auditing agencies shall be reimbursed up to Rs. 1.00 lakh or the actual cost incurred, whichever is lower.
- This intervention will support at least 300 MSMEs for Energy Audits and 100 MSMEs for Water Audit fees.
Conditions for Assistance Energy or Water Audit Fees:
- Assistance shall be disbursed only upon submission of the audit report issued by the certified Energy/Water Auditor and proof of payment made to the accredited auditing agency.
- Enterprises classified as Small or Medium under the MSME definition are eligible to apply for reimbursement of energy audit and water audit fees.
Who qualifies
- The unit must be Udyam registered with operations in the UT of DNH&DD.
- Eligibility of MSME units in the Manufacturing or Service sector, upon commencement of commercial production or service operations, shall be governed by the duration of operation criteria as outlined in the relevant intervention of the scheme.
- Eligibility of the MSME unit shall be subject to the detailed conditions specified under the respective scheme provisions.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 1: The applicant should visit the web portal: http://swp.dddgov.in.
Step 2: The applicant should fill in the prescribed application form (Annexure I) for the respective component.
Step 3: The applicant should upload all required documents as per Annexure II.
Step 4: The application should be submitted online to the General Manager, District Industries Centre (DIC).
Step 5: The UT RAMP Programme Committee (UTRPC) will scrutinise and verify the application.
Step 6: Based on recommendations, the DIC will issue a sanction order.
Step 7: The approved subsidy will be credited to the applicant’s Loan or Cash Credit account via RTGS/NEFT.
Step 8: The application will be processed within 90 days after submission of complete documents.
Step 9: Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to the availability of funds.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of this intervention?
This intervention aims to promote resource efficiency and sustainability among MSMEs by supporting Energy and Water Audits conducted by professional agencies.
What financial assistance is provided under this intervention?
Eligible MSMEs can receive reimbursement up to Rs. 1,00,000/- or the actual cost incurred for conducting an Energy or Water Audit, whichever is lower.
Who can apply under this intervention?
MSMEs classified as Small or Medium enterprises and registered under Udyam in the Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu can apply.
Are Micro enterprises eligible for this intervention?
No, only Small and Medium enterprises are eligible under this intervention.
What type of audits are covered under this intervention?
Energy Audits and Water Audits conducted by recognised institutions or accredited auditing agencies are covered.
What documents are required to claim reimbursement under this intervention?
The applicant must submit the audit report issued by a certified auditor and proof of payment made to the auditing agency, along with other required documents.
When will the assistance be disbursed under this intervention?
Assistance will be disbursed only after submission and verification of the audit report and payment proof.
Is there any limit on the number of beneficiaries under this intervention?
Yes, this intervention aims to support at least 300 MSMEs for Energy Audits and 100 MSMEs for Water Audits.
Can the applicant choose any auditor under this intervention?
No, the audit must be conducted by a recognised institution or accredited auditing agency.
How can an applicant apply for this intervention?
The applicant needs to submit the prescribed application form along with the required documents through the official portal http://swp.dddgov.in.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
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