AI SummaryInvestment Promotion Scheme (IPS) for MSME Sector: Assistance for Entrepreneurship Under Skill Development is a state-level scheme that supports small business owners and their staff in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. It gives cash support by reimbursing part of the training course fees for professional skill courses, so local entrepreneurs can sharpen their management and technical skills without bearing the full cost.
The scheme is a sub-scheme under the wider Investment Promotion Scheme (IPS) for the MSME Sector. It was first launched on 3rd July 2015 for a five year period, and the government extended it from 20th May 2022. Applications stay open till 19th May 2027, and the department has moved the online application to the National Single Window System (NSWS) portal.
Investment Promotion Scheme (IPS) for MSME Sector: Assistance for Entrepreneurship Under Skill Development - Introduction
This sub-scheme helps budding entrepreneurs and their teams improve their management and technical skills. It is run by the Department of Industries in the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, and it covers the cost of specialised training for entrepreneurs and their employees.
The money should be used to join reputable national level training programmes certified by the National Skill Development Corporation or the various State Skill Councils. Once the training is complete, the applicant can claim a reimbursement of the fees paid.
Main aim of the Investment Promotion Scheme (IPS):
The overall scheme provides support and incentives to the MSME sector. By encouraging a good business environment, the government wants to protect small businesses from market problems, boost local employment, bring in more women entrepreneurs, and push industries to hire local residents.
Main aim of the Entrepreneurship Skill Development sub-scheme:
This specific part assists entrepreneurs and their employees by covering the cost of specialised training. It is a simple way for a business team to upgrade its skills and stay competitive.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Investment Promotion Scheme (IPS) for MSME Sector: Assistance for Entrepreneurship Under Skill Development |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Beneficiary States | Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu |
| Category | Business and Entrepreneurship |
| Target Beneficiaries | Business Entity, Industries |
| Sub Category | Setting up, start-up, entrepreneurship, machine and skill up-gradation |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Department of Industries |
| Open Date | 3rd July 2015 |
Benefits
Eligible businesses can get a reimbursement of 75% of the training course fees. This benefit is capped at ₹1,50,000 per course, with a limit of up to 20 personnel per year. The reimbursement is paid in cash after the training is completed and the application is approved.
Eligibility
To claim this benefit, a business must meet the conditions given below.
- The unit should be a new or existing manufacturing or service unit that is pursuing expansion or diversification within the MSME sector.
- The unit must have officially started commercial production between 20th May 2022 and 19th May 2027.
- The business must be physically located within the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
- The online application should be completed within six months of finishing the training programme.
Application Process
Online Registration
STEP 1 - Visit the official Registration page on the Single Window Portal.
STEP 2 - Enter your details in the given fields and click Register.
STEP 3 - Open the verification link sent to your registered email. Check the spam folder if you do not see it right away.
STEP 4 - Follow the link to confirm your account.
STEP 5 - Use the OTP 111111 to verify your mobile number. Once this is done, your login details will be mailed to you.
Applying for the Scheme
The Investment Promotion Scheme 2022 to 2027 is now listed on the National Single Window System (NSWS) portal. You can start your application from the NSWS portal for Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
STEP 1 - Log in to the Login page on the Single Window Portal with your registered mobile number and the PIN received in your email.
STEP 2 - Open the "Departments and Services" tab in the left hand menu.
STEP 3 - Find the "District Industries Centre DD and DNH" section and select the link to apply for the Investment Promotion Scheme for the 2022 to 2027 term.
STEP 4 - Fill out the Common Application Form with your entity details and upload all the required documents.
STEP 5 - Review your application carefully and click Submit.
Need Help?
You can reach the District Industries Centre at 0260-2260871 or 0260-2260310, or via email at dic-dd@nic.in. For technical issues with the Single Window Portal, contact 0260-2231885 or email ddegs-dd@nic.in.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before you start the online application.
- Corporate Identification Number (CIN) document.
- Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) document.
- Permanent Account Number (PAN) document.
- GST registration certificate.
- Relevant business registration documents.
- Copy of Udyam Registration or Industrial Entrepreneur Memorandum.
- Partnership deed, registration certificate, or Memorandum and Articles of Association.
- Land purchase deed for your business unit.
- Registered lease agreement (minimum 5 years duration if on leased land).
- Sanction order from the electricity department with your latest bill.
- Formal authorization letter.
- Copy of Consent to Operate from the Pollution Control Committee.
- Factory license copy.
- Standard Undertaking form.
References
FAQ's
What happens if my business is sold within the first five years?
If your enterprise is transferred to a new owner during the first five years, the new owner may receive the remaining benefits for the unexpired portion only.
How is expansion or diversification defined under this scheme?
Expansion occurs when an enterprise increases its investment by at least 50%, with 60% of that increase dedicated specifically to plant and machinery relative to its initial gross fixed capital investment. You are only eligible for this benefit once during the operative period.
How does the department prevent misuse of subsidies?
Officials enforce strict documentation, verification, and clear procedural guidelines to make sure all subsidies support genuine business growth.
What is the official operative period of the scheme?
The scheme remains open from 20th May 2022 until 19th May 2027.
What if my business starts in 2023?
If you establish your business in 2023, you can get the benefits for five years starting from the date of initial production, even if that period extends beyond the scheme's formal expiry date.
How do I apply for these incentives?
Log in to the Single Window Portal at swp.dddgov.in, navigate to the Departments tab, select the District Industries Centre, and apply for the Investment Promotion Scheme 2022-2027. The scheme is also listed on the NSWS portal.
Is there a deadline to apply for the training reimbursement?
Yes, you should submit your application within six months after successfully completing your training course.