Scheme for assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation: Seed Support
योजनेविषयी
The "Scheme for Assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation" 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, it aims to drive economic growth by generating jobs, fostering competition, and introducing next-gen solutions.
The component "Sustenance Allowance", offers financial assistance to startups for developing innovative projects, covering costs related to prototype development, market research, testing, trials, and marketing/publicity assistance for attending national/international events.
लाभ
Total Assistance: ₹30,00,000/-.
- Prototype Development: Covers costs for raw materials, consumables, hardware, software, professional services, equipment, or tools. - Market Research: Financial aid for conducting market research to ensure product viability. - Testing & Trials: Assistance for product testing and trial phases. - Marketing/Publicity Assistance: Support for attending national/international events (fees/charges only; travel and accommodation expenses excluded).
पात्रता
- Any individual or group of individuals with an innovative idea or concept, recommended by an approved Nodal Institution, is eligible.
- The scheme is open to startups in any sector or branch of science, technology, engineering, agriculture, healthcare, etc., making it sector-agnostic.
Note: Startups availing benefits under the Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP) are also eligible.
अर्ज कसा करावा
Online
Registration Process:
Step 1: Visit the online portal and click on the "Register" button, located at the top right corner.
Step 2: Enter Email ID and click on Next button. Verify the details and click on "Submit" to get registered on portal.
Step 3: Upon login, fill in the details on Common Application Form. Click on "Sign Up".
Application Process:
Step 1: Visit the online portal and click on Login button. Enter Registered Email ID and Password and click on the "Sign In" button
Step 2: In "Dashboard" section fill in all the required details.
Step 3: Click on Apply Now Icon located at Dashboard of User.
Step 4: From the list Select the Scheme and Fill the Application details.
Contact Us:
Startup Gujarat Cell
Office of Industries Commissionerate
Block No: 1, 3rd Floor, Udhyog Bhavan, Sector: 11, Gandhinagar - 382010 Gujarat, INDIA.
079-23252588 / 1800-233-0616
[email protected]
आवश्यक कागदपत्रे
- Detailed startup project proposal.
- Identity proof of the applicant(s).
- Recommendation letter from the Nodal Institution.
- Declaration regarding non-availment of benefits from other state startup schemes.
- Relevant technical/financial documents as requested.
- Any other document (if required).
कोण पात्र नाही
- Entities formed by splitting or restructuring an existing business are not considered startups under this scheme.
- Startups availing benefits under other startup schemes of the Government of Gujarat are ineligible.
वारंवार विचारले जाणारे प्रश्न
- What is the objective of the "Scheme for Assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation"?
The "Scheme for Assistance for Start Ups/ Innovation" 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, aims to drive economic growth by generating jobs, fostering competition, and introducing next-gen solutions.
- What is the "Seed Support" component?
The "Seed Support" component offers financial assistance to startups for developing innovative projects, covering costs related to prototype development, market research, testing, trials, and marketing/publicity assistance for attending national/international events.
- What is the maximum amount of seed support provided under the scheme?
The maximum seed support provided under the scheme is [?]30,00,000/-, subject to approval by the State-Level Empowered Committee (SLEC).
- What types of expenses are eligible for support under the scheme?
The scheme covers expenses related to raw materials, consumables, prototype development, testing, trials, market research, and marketing/publicity assistance.
- Are travel and accommodation expenses for attending events included in the assistance?
No, only fees and charges for attending national or international events are eligible; travel and accommodation expenses are excluded.
- Can startups from any sector apply for this scheme?
Yes, the scheme is sector-agnostic and supports innovative projects in any sector or discipline.
- Are startups benefiting from other Gujarat Government startup schemes eligible for this scheme?
No, startups availing benefits under other Gujarat Government startup schemes are not eligible for assistance under this scheme.
- What role does the Nodal Institution play in the application process?
The Nodal Institution evaluates, validates, and recommends the startup's project proposal to the Office of the Industries Commissioner.
- What happens to the proposal after it is submitted to the Nodal Institution?
After submission, the proposal is scrutinized by the Office of the Industries Commissioner and presented to the SLEC for approval.
- Can a group of individuals apply for assistance under the scheme?
Yes, a group of individuals with an innovative idea or concept can apply for assistance under the scheme.
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