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Scheme for Assistance for Research & Development Activities: Assistance to R&D Institutions/ Laboratories set up by the State Government or by Government of India

The "Scheme for Assistance for Research & Development Activities" under the Gujarat Industrial Policy promotes innovation by encouraging R&D among companies and institutions, fostering technological advancements to drive "Atmanirbhar Gujarat."

State Cash

States / UT: Gujarat

Nodal department: Industries and Mines Department

Scheme for: Infra

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Scheme open date: 2020-08-07

Categories: Business & Entrepreneurship, Science, IT & Communications

Sub-categories: Setting up / start-up / entrepreneurship, Research & Development

Target beneficiaries: University / Institution

Tags: Research And Development, Laboratories

Details

The "Scheme for Assistance for Research & Development Activities" 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, this initiative promotes sustainable industrial growth by supporting industries in adopting eco-friendly practices and ensuring compliance with environmental norms.
The component "Assistance to R&D Institutions/ Laboratories set up by the State Government or by Government of India" supports the establishment of new laboratories and the modernization or strengthening of existing facilities to enhance their capabilities in research and innovation.

Benefits

  • - Setting Up New Facilities: Assistance to R&D institutions/ laboratories set up by the State Government or Government of India including setting up of new R&D institutions / laboratories shall be provided as per requirement
  • Setting Up New Facilities: Assistance to R&D institutions/ laboratories set up by the State Government or Government of India including setting up of new R&D institutions / laboratories shall be provided as per requirement.

Eligibility

Eligible institution:

  • All Research and Development Institutions recognized by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) / Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) and set up by the Government of Gujarat (GoG) / Government of India (Gol).

Eligible Activities:

  • Setting up of new laboratory as well as strengthening of existing laboratory.
  • Strengthening, modernization, and addition / up-gradation of existing facilities of the eligible Institutions.

Application Process

Offline

Step-1: The R&D institution must apply to the Industries Commissionerate in the prescribed format, along with all necessary documents.
Step-2: The office of the Industries Commissioner will scrutinize the proposals to ensure compliance with the scheme's eligibility and guidelines.
Step-3: The proposals will be presented to the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC) for review and approval.
Step-4: Upon approval by SLEC, the reimbursement of the sanctioned assistance will be processed, and the claim will be disbursed by the office of the Industries Commissioner.

Clarifications

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

What is the purpose of the "Scheme for Assistance for Research & Development Activities" scheme?
The "Scheme for Assistance for Research & Development Activities" 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, this initiative promotes sustainable industrial growth by supporting industries in adopting eco-friendly practices and ensuring compliance with environmental norms.
What is the purpose of the "Assistance to R&D Institutions/ Laboratories set up by the State Government or by Government of India" component?
The component "Assistance to R&D Institutions/ Laboratories set up by the State Government or by Government of India" supports the establishment of new laboratories and the modernization or strengthening of existing facilities to enhance their capabilities in research and innovation.
Who is eligible to apply for assistance under this component?
Institutions that are recognized by CSIR/DSIR and are set up by the State Government or the Government of India are eligible to apply for assistance.
What types of activities are supported by this program?
The program supports the establishment of new laboratories as well as the strengthening, modernization, and upgradation of existing facilities in eligible institutions.
Is there a limit to the amount of financial assistance provided?
The quantum of assistance is determined based on the requirements of the proposal, and there is no fixed upper limit.
How is the application proposal evaluated?
The State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC) reviews and scrutinizes the proposal before forwarding its recommendations to the government for approval.
Are private institutions eligible for assistance under this program?
No, private institutions are not eligible. Only institutions set up by the State Government or the Government of India are considered.
How can an institution use the funds provided through this program?
Funds can be used for setting up new laboratories, purchasing advanced equipment, and strengthening or upgrading existing research infrastructure.
Can assistance be sought for non-research-related upgrades?
The program focuses primarily on technical and research-related upgrades essential for the functioning of R&D institutions.

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