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Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to Large Industries and Thrust Sector: EPF Reimbursement
The "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to Large Industries and Thrust Sector" aims to provide incentives to attract increased investments in the manufacturing sector to create more employment opportunities in Gujarat.
राज्य / केंद्र शासित प्रदेश: गुजरात
नोडल विभाग: Industries and Mines Department
योजना किसके लिए: Infra
योजना प्रोफ़ाइल
डीबीटी (प्रत्यक्ष लाभ अंतरण): नहीं
योजना प्रारंभ तिथि: 2022-10-05
श्रेणियाँ: व्यवसाय और उद्यमिता
उप-श्रेणियाँ: Setting up / start-up / entrepreneurship
लक्षित लाभार्थी: Business Entity, Industries
टैग: Business, Entrepreneurship, Large Industries, Thrust Sector, EPF Reimbursement
विवरण
The "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to Large Industries and Thrust Sector" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state's dynamic large-industry sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027, this initiative supports growth, investments, and the vision of "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat" and "Aatmanirbhar Bharat."
The component "EPF Reimbursement" offers financial assistance to eligible large industrial undertakings in Gujarat for the employer’s contribution to the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) for new employees. This assistance is available for a maximum period of 10 years from the date of commencement of commercial production.
लाभ
- - Full reimbursement of employer’s contribution: 100% of the employer’s statutory EPF contribution will be reimbursed for eligible new employees. - Financial ceiling per employee: The reimbursement amount is limited to 12% of the employee’s basic salary plus Dearness Allowance (DA) and retaining allowance, or ₹1800/- per month, whichever is lower. - Long-term support: The reimbursement is available for a period of up to 10 years from the date of commencement of commercial production
- Full reimbursement of employer’s contribution: 100% of the employer’s statutory EPF contribution will be reimbursed for eligible new employees. - Financial ceiling per employee: The reimbursement amount is limited to 12% of the employee’s basic salary plus Dearness Allowance (DA) and retaining allowance, or ₹1800/- per month, whichever is lower. - Long-term support: The reimbursement is available for a period of up to 10 years from the date of commencement of commercial production.
पात्रता
- A new large industrial undertaking, or an existing one that undertakes expansion and/or diversification, is eligible for this scheme.
- The large industrial undertaking must have obtained acknowledgment/registration, as the case may be from DPIIT.
- The industry should commence commercial production during the scheme's operative period.
- Must have new employees (those who do not have a Universal Account Number or UAN prior to joining the undertaking).
- Must not have availed EPF reimbursement under any other central or state government schemes for the same period.
अपवर्जन
- An eligible industrial undertaking that has availed EPF reimbursement under any scheme of the central / state government, or any agency of the central/ state government, shall not be eligible for EPF incentive under this scheme for that period.
आवेदन प्रक्रिया
Online
Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "New Investor Registration" to access the registration form.
Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on "Submit".
Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your registered E-mail ID.
Step-4: After verification, you will be registered successfully.
Post-Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP) portal. Click on "Login".
Step-2: Enter the email address and password you used during registration.
Step-3: Click the "Login" button to access your account.
Step-4: Now fill in the required details and mandatory documents about your business to complete the application process.
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- What is the "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to Large Industries and Thrust Sector"?
- The "Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for assistance to Large Industries and Thrust Sector" is a state initiative designed to support and strengthen the Large Industry and Thrust sector in Gujarat. It aims to enhance growth, encourage investments, and contribute to the vision of self-reliant Gujarat and India.
- When is the scheme operative?
- The scheme is operative from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2027, covering a period of 5 years.
- What are the objectives of the scheme?
- The scheme aims to boost Large Industry growth, enhance the industrial ecosystem, encourage investments, and contribute to Gujarat's and India's self-reliance vision.
- Who is eligible to benefit from the scheme?
- Large Industries established and operating within Gujarat are eligible to benefit from the scheme, as per the criteria defined in the policy framework.
- What is the "EPF Reimbursement" component?
- EPF Reimbursement is a scheme that provides financial assistance to eligible large industrial undertakings in Gujarat for the employer's contribution to the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) for new employees.
- Who is eligible for EPF Reimbursement?
- Only large industrial undertakings in Gujarat that hire new employees without a prior Universal Account Number (UAN) are eligible for EPF reimbursement under this scheme.
- How much can an employer claim as EPF reimbursement?
- Employers can claim 100% of the employer's statutory contribution to the EPF, with a ceiling of 12% of the employee's basic salary plus Dearness Allowance (DA) or INR 1800 per month, whichever is lower.
- For how long can an employer avail the EPF reimbursement?
- Employers can claim the EPF reimbursement for a maximum of 10 years from the date of commencement of commercial production.
- What defines a new employee under this scheme?
- A new employee is defined as someone who did not have a Universal Account Number (UAN) before joining the eligible industrial undertaking.
- Can an employer claim reimbursement for existing employees?
- No, the scheme only applies to new employees who do not have a UAN prior to joining the industrial undertaking.
- How often can an employer claim the EPF reimbursement?
- The EPF reimbursement is processed and provided on a quarterly basis.
- What is the maximum amount of reimbursement per employee?
- The maximum reimbursement amount per employee is either INR 1800 per month or 12% of the employee's basic salary plus DA, whichever is lower.
- Can an employer claim EPF reimbursement if they have already received assistance under another scheme?
- No, an employer cannot claim EPF reimbursement if they have already received EPF assistance under any other central or state government scheme for the same period.
- Are there any conditions for claiming EPF reimbursement?
- Yes, the assistance is available only for new employees hired beyond the pre-expansion or pre-diversification employee count. Claims must also be supported by valid payment receipts.
- Can an employer apply for reimbursement before starting commercial production?
- No, an employer can only apply for reimbursement after commercial production has commenced.
- Is there a limit to the number of employees eligible for EPF reimbursement?
- The reimbursement applies to new employees hired beyond the pre-expansion or pre-diversification employee count. There is no fixed limit, but it must be incremental.
- What happens if an employer fails to submit EPF payment receipts on time?
- If the EPF payment receipts are not submitted on time, the employer's reimbursement claim will not be processed for that period.
परिभाषाएँ
- Large Industrial Undertaking
- Thrust Sector
- Gross Fixed Capital Investment (GFCI)
- Eligible Fixed Capital Investment (EFCI)
- Date Of Commercial Production (DaCP)
आधिकारिक लिंक
- https://www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/agslitepf
- https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2022/Atmanirbhar%20Gujarat%20Scheme%20for%20assistance%20to%20Large%20Industries%20and%20Thrust%20Sector.pdf
- https://ic.gujarat.gov.in/documents/commondoc/2023/Aatmanirbhar%20Gujarat%20Scheme%20for%20assistance%20to%20Large%20Industries%20and%20Thrust%20Sector%20%20%E2%80%93%20Guideline.pdf
- https://ifp.gujarat.gov.in/IC/digigov.htm?actionFlag=loadCitizenRegPage
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