Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Interventions: Reimbursement of GST Amount for Promoting Destination Wedding

Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Interventions: Reimbursement of GST Amount for Promoting Destination Wedding is a state scheme of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu that helps local MSME service providers get back the GST they pay while hosting destination weddings. The scheme is open for applications in 2026 under the fresh RAMP Interventions 2026 notification issued by the Department of Industries.

Under this scheme, an eligible MSME can claim a reimbursement of the actual GST amount paid, or up to ₹5,00,000, whichever is lower, spread over two consecutive financial years. The scheme supports at least 25 MSMEs and is run by the District Industries Centre (DIC) of the Union Territory.

RAMP GST Reimbursement for Destination Wedding - About the Scheme

RAMP, which stands for Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance, is a World Bank supported programme launched by the Government of India to improve the productivity, competitiveness, and strength of micro, small and medium enterprises. The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises runs this programme for 2022 to 2027.

The Department of Industries of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu has used this programme to roll out a set of financial reimbursement sub-schemes. One of these interventions is the reimbursement of GST paid for promoting destination weddings inside the Union Territory.

The latest rules are part of the RAMP Interventions 2026 framework. A notification numbered DIC/14(275)/2025/238, dated 01/04/2026, was issued by the Department of Industries and published in the official gazette No. 13 on 17/04/2026. This keeps the scheme active for the current period.

The main aim is to make the Union Territory a more attractive place for destination weddings. By giving back the GST paid, local hotels, resorts and other wedding service providers get a reason to host such events, which in turn brings more tourists and business to the region.

Benefits

This intervention helps the tourism sector by covering part of the GST cost for destination weddings hosted by local MSME service providers. The money paid back makes the Union Territory a cheaper and more inviting place for such events.

Quantum of Support

• An eligible MSME gets back the actual GST paid or up to ₹5,00,000, whichever is lower.
• The support is given as a partial reimbursement over two consecutive financial years.
• Payments are settled by March 31st each year on a first come, first served basis, subject to the availability of funds.
• At least 25 MSMEs will be supported under this scheme.

Conditions for Support

• The wedding must be hosted by a Udyam and GST registered MSME within the Union Territory during the operative period.
• Weddings held at non-commercial, self-owned, or family premises do not qualify.
• Qualifying destination weddings must take place in a city different from the couple's residence, need guest travel and stay, happen at commercial venues such as hotels or resorts, and often cover multiple days of celebrations.

Eligibility

To apply, a business unit must meet the following conditions:

• The unit must be Udyam registered and operating within Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
• The unit must hold a valid GST registration.
• The MSME must follow the operational duration and rules set by the Department of Industries.

Application Process

Applicants need to follow these steps to request the reimbursement:

STEP 1 - Go to the official single window portal at swp.dddgov.in and open the RAMP section for the destination wedding GST reimbursement intervention.

STEP 2 - Fill in the prescribed application form, which is given as Annexure I in the scheme document.

STEP 3 - Upload all required documents as listed in Annexure II of the scheme document.

STEP 4 - Submit the application online to the General Manager, District Industries Centre (DIC).

STEP 5 - The UT RAMP Programme Committee (UTRPC) will check and verify the submission, after which the DIC will issue a sanction order.

STEP 6 - Approved funds are credited to the applicant's loan or cash credit account through RTGS or NEFT. Applications are processed within 90 days on a first come, first served basis.

Documents Required

Applicants must keep the following documents ready before applying:

• Udyam Registration Certificate.
• Certificate of Incorporation, Partnership Registration, or Co-operative Society Registration.
• GST Registration Certificate and valid GST invoices for wedding services.
• Documentary proof of the wedding event, such as booking confirmations and photographs.
• PAN card and bank account details for an RTGS or NEFT enabled account.
• Cancelled cheque.
• Undertaking on non-judicial stamp paper, given as Annexure III.
• GST returns and audited balance sheet for the previous financial year.
• Chartered Accountant certified bills.

References

RAMP Interventions 2026 Official Gazette Notification

RAMP GST Destination Wedding Scheme Document

District Industries Centre, Department of Industries

EODB Single Window Portal for Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu

MSME RAMP Portal State Collaboration Page

FAQ's

What is the objective of this intervention?

The goal is to promote tourism in the Union Territory by helping local MSMEs host destination weddings through GST reimbursement.

What is the maximum financial support available?

An eligible MSME can receive up to ₹5,00,000 as reimbursement of GST paid, spread over two consecutive financial years.

Are private weddings eligible for this scheme?

No, weddings held at non-commercial, self-owned, or family premises do not qualify for this support.

How are applications processed?

Applications are checked and processed on a first come, first served basis, depending on the availability of funds.

How will the reimbursement be paid?

Once approved, the subsidy amount is credited directly to the beneficiary's loan or cash credit account through RTGS or NEFT.