Scheme for assistance for Research & Development Activities: Assistance to Establish Research & Development/Product Development Centre
Up to 30% R&D centre setup cost, ₹5 crore cap · Gujarat companies
Gujarat industrial companies, associations, and recognized R&D institutions can get up to 30% subsidy on machinery and equipment costs when setting up a new R&D or Product Development Centre. The maximum grant is ₹5 crore, and land or building costs are excluded from the calculation. Applications are submitted offline to the Industries Commissionerate in Gandhinagar.
About This Scheme
Gujarat industrial companies, associations, and recognized R&D institutions can get up to 30% subsidy on machinery and equipment costs when setting up a new R&D or Product Development Centre. The maximum grant is ₹5 crore, and land or building costs are excluded from the calculation. Applications are submitted offline to the Industries Commissionerate in Gandhinagar.
Full official description
The "Scheme for Assistance for Research & Development Activities" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative promotes sustainable industrial growth by supporting industries in adopting eco-friendly practices and ensuring compliance with environmental norms. The component "Assistance to Establish Research & Development/Product Development Centre" provides financial support to eligible institutions for establishing R&D or product development centers. It aims to promote innovation, technological advancements, and product design improvements.
Benefits
- Up to 30% financial assistance on the cost of machinery, equipment, hardware, software, and related assets
- Land and building costs are excluded from the calculation
- Maximum grant of ₹5 crore per project, covering one or more eligible activities
💡 Why Startups Should Care
If you're building an in-house R&D or product development centre — labs, testing equipment, prototyping tools — this scheme funds nearly a third of that investment, up to ₹5 crore, making serious innovation infrastructure more affordable.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a CSIR/DSIR-recognized institution, industrial association, professional body, or a legal entity (company, LLP, partnership firm, society, trust, or co-operative)
- The organization must be engaged in or about to start manufacturing, production, processing, or job work activities
- Activities must involve setting up a new R&D Centre for scientific or industrial research, OR a Product Development Centre to improve designs and processes
How to Apply
- Apply to the Industries Commissionerate in the prescribed format.
- Attach the project sanction letter and registration certificate of the institution/enterprise.
- Submit details of planned R&D centre investment (machinery, equipment, software).
- The Commissionerate reviews and sanctions the funding.
- Reimbursement follows after equipment installation verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the "Scheme for Assistance for Research & Development Activities" scheme?
The "Scheme for Assistance for Research & Development Activities" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative promotes sustainable industrial growth by supporting industries in adopting eco-friendly practices and ensuring compliance with environmental norms.
What is the purpose of the component "Assistance to Establish Research & Development/Product Development Centre"?
The component "Assistance to Establish Research & Development/Product Development Centre" provides financial support to eligible institutions for establishing R&D or product development centers. It aims to promote innovation, technological advancements, and product design improvements.
Who is eligible to apply for this component?
Institutions, industrial associations, and professional bodies recognized by CSIR or DSIR, including legal entities such as companies, LLPs, trusts, societies, and similar organizations, are eligible to apply.
What types of activities are eligible under this scheme?
The scheme supports the establishment of R&D centers focused on scientific and industrial research and product development centers aimed at improving designs, processes, and operations.
What is the maximum financial assistance that can be availed?
Eligible institutions can avail financial assistance of up to 30% of the investment in machinery, equipment, hardware, software, and related assets, with a maximum limit of [?]5,00,00,000/-.
Are land and building costs eligible for assistance?
No, the scheme does not cover land and building costs; it only supports investments in machinery, equipment, hardware, software, and related assets.
Is recognition by CSIR or DSIR mandatory for eligibility?
Yes, institutions must be recognized by CSIR or DSIR to be eligible for the scheme.
Can a proprietary concern apply for the scheme?
Yes, a proprietary concern involved in manufacturing or related activities is eligible to apply for assistance under the scheme.
Is it necessary to maintain separate accounts for the project?
Yes, the scheme requires that institutions maintain separate accounts for the project to ensure clear financial tracking and transparency.
Can an institution undertake multiple activities under the scheme?
Yes, institutions can avail of assistance for one or more activities outlined in the eligibility criteria, including both R&D and product development activities.
Can software purchases be claimed as eligible investments?
Yes, software related to the R&D or product development activities is eligible for assistance under the scheme.
Are new entities eligible for the scheme?
Yes, new entities that are about to engage in manufacturing, production, or job work are also eligible to apply for the scheme.
How will the funds be disbursed to the institutions?
The funds will be disbursed following the sanction by the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC) and will be processed through the office of the Industries Commissioner.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Copy of project sanction letter issued by IC office
- Copy of registration of the institution/industry/enterprise/academia/professional body