LTPTS

Low Tension Power Tariff (LTPT) Subsidy

The scheme "Low Tension Power Tariff (LTPT) Subsidy" is introduced to assist MSME enterprises in reducing their electricity costs. A subsidy of 20% is given for 36 months from the date of commencement of production or from the date of obtaining power connection, whichever is later.

State Cash

States / UT: Tamil Nadu

Nodal department: Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Department

Scheme for: Infra

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Business & Entrepreneurship, Utility & Sanitation

Sub-categories: Setting up / start-up / entrepreneurship, Electricity

Target beneficiaries: Business Entity

Tags: Electricity, Power, Subsidy, MSME, Enterprise

Details

The scheme "Low Tension Power Tariff (LTPT) Subsidy" by the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, is introduced with the objective of assisting MSME enterprises in reducing their electricity costs. A subsidy of 20% is given for 36 months from the date of commencement of production or from the date of obtaining power connection, whichever is later, after allotment of an Entrepreneur Memorandum (Part 2) number from the District Industries Centres. The eligible industries have to file their LTPT subsidy application within three months from the date of commencement of commercial production or the date of power connection, whichever is later.

Benefits

  • LTPT subsidy of 20% is given for 36 months from the date of commencement of production or from the date of obtaining power connection whichever is later after allotment of an Entrepreneur Memorandum (Part 2) number from the District Industries Centres

LTPT subsidy of 20% is given for 36 months from the date of commencement of production or from the date of obtaining power connection, whichever is later, after allotment of an Entrepreneur Memorandum (Part 2) number from the District Industries Centres.

Eligibility

For New Enterprises

  • All new Micro manufacturing enterprises established anywhere in the State
  • All new Small and Medium manufacturing enterprises established in all the 251 industrially backward blocks.
  • All new Agro-based industries in 385 blocks in the state.

For Expansion/diversification Enterprises

  • Existing Manufacturing Enterprises of the above categories that have taken up substantial expansion/diversification of the existing activities, subject to the condition that expansion ( or) diversification involves enhancement of plant and machinery value by at least 25 % of the value of existing plant and machinery and also involving enhancement of turnover by 25 % for the same product (or) new products lines.

NOTE: Only the enterprises using Low Tension Power supply (Tariff III B) are eligible.

Cases Involved in Multiple Service Connection of an Enterprise

In cases of enterprises having multiple LT connections in the same premises, LTPT subsidy would be eligible for the first service connection only. However, if the enterprise has branch unit(s) in a different location(s) then an LTPT subsidy will be given to each of the LT connections (first LT service connection only)subject to the satisfaction of the above norm.

Exclusions

The following list of Manufacturing Enterprises/activities are not eligible:

Sugar; Distilleries, Brewery and Malt Extraction; Units utilizing Molasses/rectified spirit/de-natured spirit as raw material for manufacture of potable alcohol; Fertiliser; Mining and Quarrying; Iron and Steels Smelting; Beedies / Cigarettes / Cigars / Gutka and Tobacco based products; All types of Saw Mills; Micro, Small & Medium Service Enterprises; Cement; Aluminium Smelting; Calcium Carbide; Slaughter House; Re-packing of Drugs/Medicine/Chemical, without any processing or value addition; Azoic/Reactive Dyes; Fire Crackers; Industries manufacturing and/or utilizing Ozone depleting substances; Poultry; Cyanide; Caustic Soda; Potassium Chloride; Nylon Fibre; Rayon Fibre; Polyester Fibre; Agro-based industries set up in corporations and municipalities in the state.

Application Process

Online

*Access the User Manual for Online Application here

Step 1: Registration

  • Visit the Official Website/Portal of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu. In the top ribbon, click "Login / Registration".- In the registration form, fill in the mandatory details accurately, Name, Date of Birth, Aadhaar Number, Email ID, and Mobile Number. Create a new password. The password must contain a minimum of 8 characters, 1 Upper Case Letter, 1 Lower Case Letter, and 1 Numeric Field.
  • Fill in the captcha code, and click "Register".

Step 2: Login

Visit the Login Page and click "Login", and then fill in the credentials received on your registered Email ID and the registered Mobile Number.

Step 3: Form Filling

  • After successfully logging in, hover over "Schemes" in the top ribbon, and then click on the concerned scheme from the dropdown.
  • On the next page, hover over "Apply Online" in the top ribbon, and then click on "New Application" from the dropdown.
  • Fill in all the mandatory fields of the Application Form. Carefully review all the information provided, acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions, declaration, and privacy policy, and then click "Proceed".
  • Note down the reference number appearing on the screen and then click "Close".

Step 4: Upload Documents

  • Now, hover over "Schemes" in the top ribbon, and then click "Upload Documents" from the dropdown.
  • On the next page, provide the Application ID and click "Submit".
  • On the next page, upload all the mandatory documents in the specified format and size.
  • After uploading the documents, click "View" to verify the documents uploaded for correctness.

Step 5: Submission

  • Fill in all the checkboxes appearing at the bottom of the screen and then click "Submit Application".
  • The message regarding the submission of the online application to GM/DIC / RJD will be received on your mobile phone.

(Optional) Step 6: Track Application Status
You can check the status of your application here. The portal may provide updates via email or SMS regarding your application status.

*Access the Preview of the Application Form here
*Access the Sample of a Filled Application Form here

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Are applications filed after three months from the commencement date eligible for the LTPT subsidy?
No, applications filed for eligibility certificates after three months from the commencement of commercial production or power connection date are not eligible.
Which types of manufacturing activities are not eligible for the LTPT subsidy?
Manufacturing activities such as sugar production, distilleries, tobacco products, cement, and certain agro-based industries in specific locations are not eligible for the LTPT subsidy.
When should the first subsidy claim be submitted, and what is the frequency of subsequent claims?
The first subsidy claim should be submitted within 30 days from the issue of the Eligibility Certificate. Subsequent claims are submitted once every 6 months, covering bills raised by TNEB.
When should industries file their LTPT subsidy application, and how is it done?
Industries must file their LTPT subsidy application within three months from the start of commercial production or power connection date, using online submission or through GM, DIC/ RJD, Chennai.
What conditions must be met for existing enterprises to qualify for the LTPT subsidy during expansion/diversification?
Existing enterprises must enhance plant and machinery value by at least 25%, with a simultaneous 25% increase in turnover for the same or new product lines.
Are agro-based industries eligible for the LTPT subsidy?
Yes, all new agro-based industries in 385 blocks in the state are eligible for the LTPT subsidy.
How long is the LTPT subsidy applicable to eligible enterprises?
Eligible enterprises receive a 20% LTPT subsidy for 36 months from the date of commencing production or obtaining power connection, whichever occurs later.
What is the objective of the LTPT Subsidy scheme?
The scheme aims to assist MSME enterprises in Tamil Nadu by providing a 20% electricity cost subsidy for 36 months from the commencement of production or obtaining power connection, whichever is later.
Will I receive updates through email or SMS about my application status?
The portal may provide updates via email or SMS regarding your application status.
Are there any specific requirements for the submitted documents?
Yes, all files should be in PDF format, and the maximum file size allowed is 200 kb.
Are original documents necessary for the LTPT Subsidy application?
Original documents should be produced for verification during inspection. If originals are with the bank, attested copies by the Branch Manager are accepted.

References

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