ATUF

Amended Technology Upgradation Fund

The Ministry of Textiles introduced the Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (ATUFS). This scheme aims to facilitate investment, employment, productivity, quality and import and export substitution in the textile industry.

केंद्रीय नकद

राज्य / केंद्र शासित प्रदेश: All India

मंत्रालय / नोडल: Ministry Of Textiles

योजना किसके लिए: Infra

योजना प्रोफ़ाइल

डीबीटी (प्रत्यक्ष लाभ अंतरण): नहीं

योजना प्रारंभ तिथि: 2016-01-13

श्रेणियाँ: बैंकिंग, वित्तीय सेवाएँ और बीमा, कौशल और रोजगार

उप-श्रेणियाँ: Investment, Employment services and jobs

लक्षित लाभार्थी: Industries

टैग: Investment, Employment, Productivity, Import, Export

विवरण

The Ministry of Textiles introduced the Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (ATUFS). This scheme aims to facilitate investment, employment, productivity, quality, and import and export substitution in the textile industry. It also indirectly promotes investments in the manufacturing of machinery for textiles. It is a credit-linked subsidy scheme for capital investment in textile manufacturing under the Government of India’s Make in India and Zero Defect and Zero Effect initiatives.

Objectives

Export and employment generation, especially to women, by encouraging the garment and apparel industry and increasing India’s share in global exports.
Promotion of technical textiles for export and employment.
Promotion of converting existing looms to better technology looms to improve quality and productivity.
Encourage better quality in the processing industry and check the need for the import of fabrics by the garment sector.

लाभ

ATUFS benefit is available for investment in benchmarked machinery in the following segments:
Weaving, weaving preparatory, and knitting
Processing of fibres, yarns, fabrics, garments, and made-ups
Technical textiles
Garment/made-up manufacturing
Handloom sector
Silk sector
Jute sector Capital Investment Subsidy (CIS) is provided as per segment and rates below: S. NoSegmentCIS RateCIS Cap per Entity1Garmenting, Technical Textiles15% on eligible machines₹30crore2Weaving (Shuttle-less looms, preparatory, Jute, Silk, Handloom)10% on eligible machines₹20crore3(a)Composite units (Garmenting + Technical Textiles) &amp;amp;gt; 50% investment in those segments15%₹30crore3(b)Composite units with &amp;amp;lt; 50% investment in Garmenting &amp;amp;amp; Technical Textiles10%₹20crore

ATUFS benefit is available for investment in benchmarked machinery in the following segments:

Weaving, weaving preparatory, and knitting
Processing of fibres, yarns, fabrics, garments, and made-ups
Technical textiles
Garment/made-up manufacturing
Handloom sector
Silk sector
Jute sector

Capital Investment Subsidy (CIS) is provided as per segment and rates below:
S. NoSegmentCIS RateCIS Cap per Entity1Garmenting, Technical Textiles15% on eligible machines₹30 crore2Weaving (Shuttle-less looms, preparatory, Jute, Silk, Handloom)10% on eligible machines₹20 crore3(a)Composite units (Garmenting + Technical Textiles) &gt; 50% investment in those segments15%₹30 crore3(b)Composite units with &lt; 50% investment in Garmenting &amp; Technical Textiles10%₹20 crore

पात्रता

Eligible Entities

Units must be registered under the Companies Act or as per MSME definitions.
Units must have an acknowledgment of IEM (Industrial Entrepreneur Memorandum) or be registered with the respective State Directorate.
Both existing and new units are eligible, subject to overall subsidy caps.
If a unit has availed benefits under previous schemes like RRTUFS, only the remaining subsidy amount under ATUFS will be available.

Eligible Machinery

Only new benchmarked machinery from notified manufacturers or their authorized agents is eligible.
A list of eligible machines is updated every year on April 1st by the Textile Commissioner.
Second-hand machinery is not permitted.
Accessories, attachments, and sample machines up to 20% of the machine cost are also eligible.
Machines may be eligible for multiple segments unless restricted.
Other essential machinery may be included later upon recommendation.
UIDs (Unique Identification Numbers) are required for all eligible machines.
Machinery must be purchased directly from authorized manufacturers or agents; certain cases of domestic purchases from authorized stockists may also qualify.
The purchase date is determined by the commercial invoice date.
Machine Identification Code (MIC) must be visibly inscribed on machines.

Eligibility for Assistance

Units must be registered and must be producing textiles as per the registered product line.
Machinery must be verified during Joint Inspection Team (JIT) visits to claim benefits.

अपवर्जन

आवेदन प्रक्रिया

Online

Step 1: A unit/applicant can apply for ATUFS after the machinery is installed for undergoing a joint inspection.
Step 2: The applicant can submit the ATUFS application online on the iTUFS online portal.
Step 3: Once the application is submitted, it will be forwarded to different stakeholders for verification.
Step 4: A Unique Identification Number (UID) is generated and provided to the applicants.
Step 5: Applicants can track the application online and can opt to get SMS/e-Mail updates about the application status through the UID.
Step 6: After the stakeholders approve, the Ministry of Textiles will release the funds.

स्पष्टीकरण

myScheme पर प्रकाशित योजना सूचना से अतिरिक्त बिंदु (कानूनी सलाह नहीं)।

What is the Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (ATUFS)?: **ATUFS** is a **credit-linked Capital Investment Subsidy** (CIS) scheme launched by the **Ministry of Textiles** to encourage investment, employment generation, quality improvement, and export promotion in the textile and garment industry.
Who is eligible to apply for the ATUFS scheme?: **Eligible entities include:** - Handloom sector - Silk sector - Jute sector - Technical textiles - Garment/made-up manufacturing - Units involved in processing fibre, fabric, garments, or yarn - Weaving preparatory and knitting units **Note: Only individual entities, not individual units, are eligible.**
What is the subsidy rate under the ATUFS scheme?: **The Capital Investment Subsidy (CIS) is available at:** - **10% (up to ₹20 crore)** for **weaving** using new shuttle-less looms, silk, handloom, jute, etc.- **15% (up to ₹30 crore)** for **technical textiles** and **garments**- **10% (up to ₹20 crore)** for **composite units** where tech textiles/garments are <50% of the cost- **15% (up to ₹30 crore**) for **composite units** where tech textiles/garments are >50% of the cost
What are the key objectives of ATUFS?: - Promote exports and employment, especially **for women**- Encourage **technical textiles**- Upgrade **loom technologies** to improve quality/productivity- **Reduce import dependency** by enhancing domestic textile quality <br>
Is ATUFS applicable to machinery purchase?: **Yes**, the scheme is linked to **capital investment**, **particularly** **the installation of new machinery** in textile manufacturing, processing, and garmenting units.
What is the process to apply under the ATUFS scheme?: - Install the eligible machinery - Apply online via the [**iTUFS portal**](https://ipowertexindia.gov.in)- Application is verified by stakeholders - **UID** is generated- Track progress and receive updates **via SMS/email**- **Post-approval**, funds are released by the Ministry <br>
Is there any fee or document required for applying?: No **documents are required** at the initial application stage. However, machinery installation and **inspection by stakeholders** are mandatory for fund release.
What kind of textile projects are supported under ATUFS?: **The scheme supports projects related to:** - Weaving and knitting - Technical textile production - Fibre, fabric, and garment processing - Apparel and made-up manufacturing - Loom modernization in silk, handloom, and jute sectors <br>
Can I apply for the scheme before installing machinery?: **No**. The application process can be initiated **only after machinery installation**, as it requires **joint inspection** by stakeholders before approval.
How can I track my ATUFS application status?: Once submitted, a **Unique Identification Number (UID)** is generated. This UID can be used to **track your application online** and opt for **SMS/e-mail alerts** about its progress.

आधिकारिक लिंक

संदर्भ

आवेदन करें

अभी आवेदन करें

Investment Employment Productivity Import Export

आधिकारिक आवेदन या कार्यक्रम पोर्टल नए टैब में खुलता है। संदेह हो तो मंत्रालय की साइट पर विवरण सत्यापित करें।

Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

Aadhaar Card
Income Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Residence Proof
Bank Account Details
Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

Check eligibility criteria
Collect required documents
Fill the application form
Submit the application online or at the relevant office
Track application status

यह पृष्ठ सार्वजनिक व आधिकारिक स्रोतों से योजना सूचना का सार प्रस्तुत करता है। यह कानूनी, वित्तीय या व्यावसायिक सलाह नहीं है; अधूरी या पुरानी हो सकती है; तथा सरकारी अधिसूचनाओं का स्थान नहीं लेती। आवेदन या निर्भरता से पहले पात्रता, लाभ व आवेदन चरण आधिकारिक पोर्टल या परिपत्र पर अवश्य सत्यापित करें।

हिन्दी चुनने पर साइट पर मेनू, बटन, फ़िल्टर और जहाँ उपलब्ध हो श्रेणी नाम हिन्दी में दिखाए जाते हैं। योजना का मुख्य पाठ (शीर्षक, विवरण, पात्रता, दस्तावेज़ आदि) स्रोत की भाषा में रहता है—अक्सर अंग्रेज़ी—जब तक आधिकारिक द्विभाषी या हिन्दी संस्करण उपलब्ध न हो।