Gujarat Textile Policy: Payroll Assistance
₹4,000–5,000/worker/month payroll support · Gujarat garment & technical textile units
Gujarat garment, apparel, and technical textile factories receive monthly payroll subsidies of ₹4,000–₹5,000 per worker directly from the government under the Gujarat Textile Policy 2024–2029. The subsidy supports EPF-registered workers who are Gujarat residents. Apply within one year of starting commercial production via the Industries Commissioner.
About This Scheme
Gujarat garment, apparel, and technical textile factories receive monthly payroll subsidies of ₹4,000–₹5,000 per worker directly from the government under the Gujarat Textile Policy 2024–2029. The subsidy supports EPF-registered workers who are Gujarat residents. Apply within one year of starting commercial production via the Industries Commissioner.
Full official description
The "Gujarat Textile Policy" is an umbrella scheme introduced by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aimed at augmenting investments in the textile sector and strengthening the textile value chain across each sub-sector, while also focusing on strengthening the garments and apparel as well as technical textiles industry. Effective from October 1st, 2024 to September 29th, 2029, this initiative focuses on reducing the carbon footprint and promoting green growth, thereby making the sector globally competitive and environmentally sustainable. The component "Payroll Assistance" provides financial support to industrial units by offering monetary assistance for the wages of workers. This scheme aims to promote employment and encourage industries in Gujarat, particularly in sectors like Garments, Apparel, Made-ups, and Technical Textiles, including Composite Units.
Benefits
- ₹5,000 per female worker per month for garment/apparel/made-ups units
- ₹4,000 per male worker per month for garment/apparel/made-ups units
- ₹3,000 per female worker per month for technical textile units
- ₹2,000 per male worker per month for technical textile units
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Direct payroll subsidy — ₹5,000/month per female worker in garments — is one of the most impactful incentives for labour-heavy textile businesses. For a unit employing 100 women garment workers, that's ₹6 lakh/month in support, dramatically improving unit economics.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be an industrial unit in garments, apparel, made-ups, or technical textiles (including composite units) in Gujarat
- Workers must be domiciled in Gujarat and registered under the EPF scheme
- Must apply within one year from the Date of Commercial Production (DoCP)
- Cannot combine with EPF reimbursement under any other Central or State Government scheme for the same period
Exclusions
- Not available if the unit has already availed EPF reimbursement under any other Central/State scheme
How to Apply
- Submit the application to the Industries Commissioner in the prescribed format.
- Attach industrial registration and payroll records for eligible workers.
- Include worker-wise wage payment proof (EPF/salary records).
- Submit the application periodically for ongoing payroll reimbursement.
- Assistance is disbursed after verification of employment records.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the "Gujarat Textile Policy"?
The "Gujarat Textile Policy" is a government initiative aimed at strengthening the textile sector by promoting investment, sustainability, employment generation, and value chain integration.
What is the operative period of the "Gujarat Textile Policy"?
The operative period of the Gujarat Textile Policy 2024 is from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2029, covering a span of five years.
How does the policy contribute to employment generation?
The policy focuses on creating a robust textile ecosystem by attracting investments, encouraging MSMEs, supporting women entrepreneurs, and expanding production capacities, thereby generating employment opportunities.
What incentives are provided under the policy?
The policy offers financial assistance, infrastructure support, and subsidies to strengthen textile manufacturing, encourage investment, and support MSMEs, startups, and large enterprises.
What is the objective of the "Payroll Assistance" component?
The "Payroll Assistance" component is a financial support initiative designed to help industrial units in Gujarat manage employee wages, particularly in the Garment, Apparel, Made-ups, and Technical Textile sectors, including Composite Units.
Which industries are eligible for this scheme?
The scheme is applicable to industries engaged in Garment, Apparel, Made-ups, and Technical Textile manufacturing, including Composite Units.
What is the amount of financial assistance provided under this scheme?
Industrial units in the Garment, Apparel & Made-ups sector receive [?]5,000/- per female worker and [?]4,000/- per male worker per month. Units in the Technical Textile sector receive [?]3,000/- per female worker and [?]2,000/- per male worker per month.
How long is the financial assistance provided to eligible industrial units?
Eligible industrial units receive financial assistance for a period of 5 years from the Date of Commencement of Production (DoCP).
Are workers from other states eligible for this scheme?
No, only workers who are domiciled in Gujarat and registered under the EPF scheme are eligible for Payroll Assistance.
Can an industrial unit that has received EPF reimbursement from another scheme apply for Payroll Assistance?
No, an industrial unit that has already availed EPF reimbursement under any Central or State Government scheme for the same period is not eligible for Payroll Assistance under this policy.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Document of registration of the industrial undertaking / Industrial Entrepreneur Memorandum
- Documents of legal land possession with valid non-agriculture permission
- Worker-wise payroll and attendance records
- EPF contribution proof