Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME): Assistance for Raising Capital through SME Exchange
The "Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)" launched by the Industries and Mines Department aims to position Gujarat as a global business hub, promoting sustainable manufacturing, MSME growth, and export competitiveness.
Quick summary
- What you get
- Up to ₹5,00,000 reimbursement for SME listing
- Who can apply
- Registered MSMEs
- Application
- Online
- Official source
- Government of India
About This Scheme
The scheme "Scheme for Assistance to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)" 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 August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, this initiative supports entrepreneurs and strengthens MSMEs, making them globally competitive. The component "Assistance for Raising Capital through SME Exchange" offers a reimbursement of the expenditure incurred in raising funds through the SME Exchange.
What You Get
As set out by Government of India.
- Financial Assistance: MSMEs can avail of 25% reimbursement of expenses incurred in raising funds through the SME Exchange, up to ₹5,00,000/-. - Equity Capital Support: Helps MSMEs raise equity capital for business expansion and growth. - Encouragement for Listing: Incentivizes MSMEs to get listed on the SME Exchange, improving visibility and credibility.
Am I Eligible?
You may be eligible if all of these are true for you.
The enterprise must be registered as an MSME at the time of listing. The MSME must have successfully raised equity capital through the SME Exchange. The enterprise must apply within one year of the listing date. The fundraising should be as per the approved scheme by the SME Exchange.
Final eligibility is decided by the government department handling this scheme.
Required Documents
myScheme, Government of India does not list the documents for this scheme. The department's own website often does - check the official links below before you set off, or ask at the office where you apply.
How to Apply
- 1 Registration Process: Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "New Investor Registration" to access the registration form.
- 2 Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on "Submit".
- 3 Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your registered E-mail ID.
- 4 Step-4: After verification, you will be registered successfully.
- 5 Post-Registration Process: Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "Login".
- 6 Step-2: Enter the email address and password you used during registration.
- 7 Step-3: Click the "Login" button to access your account.
- 8 Step-4: Now fill in the required details and mandatory documents about your business to complete the application process.
- 9 Helpdesk: Contact Here.
The official link for this scheme is a PDF, not an application form. It is what the department publishes as the source for this scheme - read it for where and how to apply.
Read the official PDFOfficial Documents and Links
Published by the department that runs this scheme.
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Important Dates
- Scheme launched
- 7 August 2020
- Applications
- Accepted online
Official Website
ic.gujarat.gov.inRun by Government of India
Where This Came From
Content taken from myScheme, Government of India and last checked on 14 September 2026.
If anything here no longer matches that source, tell us and it will be corrected.
Check the official website before applying. Scheme rules and amounts change from time to time.