Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS): Common Utility Centre
About this scheme
The "Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS)" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Commissioner Industries, Commerce, and CSR Department, Rajasthan. It aims to generate employment opportunities and promote rapid, sustainable, and balanced economic growth in the State of Rajasthan. Effective from December 12, 2019, to March 26, 2026, this initiative provides benefits to eligible manufacturing and services sector enterprises.
The component aims to promote the establishment of Common Utility Centres by providing capital subsidy to support shared industrial infrastructure. It encourages investment in plant, machinery, and equipment to strengthen collective facilities.
Benefits
- Capital Subsidy: Common Utility Centre set up by any enterprise or Agro Cooperative or Producer Organization or SPV in a building of more than 5000 Sq ft area having an investment equal to or above rupees 5 crore, shall be granted Capital Subsidy equivalent to 20% of investment made on the plant & machinery and equipment, subject to a maximum of rupees ₹50,00,000/-.
Who is Eligible
- Entrepreneurs are eligible to apply for the scheme.
How to Apply
Online - via CSC
Mode of Online Application: e-Mitra
The applicant can submit the online application by visiting the nearest e-Mitra center or by using their own e-Mitra account.
The application is free of cost.
Documents Required
Application for Claim of Capital Subsidy:
- Copy of the first bill of supply/ invoice/ tax invoice for proof of commencement of commercial production, if applicable.
- Copy of sanction letter of term loan issued by Bank/ Financial Institutions
- Copy of Project Report duly authenticated by the applicant.
- Chartered Accountant Certificate for Actual investment & Bank finance availed for Plant & Machinery and for Textile sector enterprise Chartered Accountant Certificate for Actual investment & Bank finance availed for Plant & Machinery as specified in the updated list of machinery under TUFS Scheme of Government of India. In case of expansion, Chartered Accountant certificate certifying details of existing investment and investment made in expansion.
- Detailed expenditure statement of Plant & Machinery indicating mode of payment.
- Project completion Certificate by Bank.
- In the case of imported plant & machinery, submit separate expenditure statement mentioning new plant & machinery and second hand plant & machinery, with copy of invoices and copy of Bill of entry.
- In the case of second hand Plant & Machinery, proof of the cost of the Plant and Machinery.
Note: Any financial transactions/expenditure statements submitted by the enterprise must be signed by the authorized signatory of the enterprise and certified by the chartered accountant.
Who Is Not Eligible
Investment not eligible for benefits of subsidies and/or exemptions under the Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme
- Investment for manufacturing tobacco, tobacco products and pan masala.
- Investment made in cow beef processing units.
- Investment made in retail/trading activities.
- Any activity which is prohibited by Central/State laws.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a Common Utility Centre under the scheme?
A Common Utility Centre is a shared facility set up by an enterprise, Agro Cooperative, Producer Organization, or Special Purpose Vehicle.
- Who can establish a Common Utility Centre?
An enterprise, Agro Cooperative, Producer Organization, or Special Purpose Vehicle can establish a Common Utility Centre.
- What is the minimum building size required for eligibility?
The Common Utility Centre must be set up in a building of more than 5,000 sq. ft. area.
- What is the minimum investment required to avail the benefit?
The minimum investment required is ₹5,00,00,000 or above.
- What benefit is provided under the scheme?
Capital Subsidy is provided under the scheme.
- What is the rate of Capital Subsidy?
The Capital Subsidy is equivalent to 20% of the investment made.
- Which investment is eligible for Capital Subsidy?
Investment made on plant, machinery, and equipment is eligible.
- Is there any maximum limit on the Capital Subsidy?
Yes, the Capital Subsidy is subject to a maximum limit of ₹50,00,000.
- Does the subsidy cover investment on buildings?
No, the subsidy covers investment on plant, machinery, and equipment only.
- Can an Agro Cooperative avail this benefit?
Yes, an Agro Cooperative is eligible to avail this benefit.
- Can a Producer Organization apply for this subsidy?
Yes, a Producer Organization can apply for this subsidy.
- Is a Special Purpose Vehicle eligible under the scheme?
Yes, a Special Purpose Vehicle is eligible under the scheme.
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