Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L
A Gujarat government subsidy that reimburses 70–80% of exhibition and trade fair expenses, up to ₹5 lakh, for SC/ST-led manufacturing MSMEs in the state.
- Funding amount
- ₹50,000 – ₹5L (subsidy)
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Provider
- Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat (Government)
- Application deadline
- Closed (6 Aug 2025)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana is an umbrella scheme of the Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat. It was built to strengthen the state's MSME base by backing enterprises owned and controlled by Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe entrepreneurs. The scheme has been in force from 7 August 2020 to 6 August 2025.
The component covered on this page is Assistance to MSME Manufacturing Sector Participation in the Exhibition (National and International). Under it, a qualifying manufacturer gets back a large share of what it spends to take a stall and present its products at exhibitions and trade fairs — whether the event is held within Gujarat, elsewhere in India, or overseas.
The logic behind the support is simple. Exhibition floors are where a small unit meets new buyers, distributors and export enquiries for the first time, but stall rent and display costs are heavy for a micro or small manufacturer. By reimbursing 70–80% of those expenses — from ₹50,000 at state level up to ₹5,00,000 for an event outside India — the scheme brings market exposure within reach and supports business growth.
Assistance is capped separately for each level of exhibition and can be claimed a set number of times across the scheme period. Only manufacturing MSMEs with an SC/ST contribution of 51% or more are eligible, and the enterprise has to be in production in Gujarat. The application window for this component closes on 6 August 2025.
Highlights
- Subsidy of 70–80% of exhibition expenses for SC/ST-led manufacturing MSMEs in Gujarat
- Maximum support of ₹5,00,000 for an exhibition held outside India
- Caps of ₹50,000 (state), ₹1,00,000 (national) and ₹2,00,000 (international event inside India)
- Claimable up to 5 times per level, and up to 3 times for an overseas event
- Covers stall rent, product literature and display materials
- Applications close on 6 August 2025
Who can apply
- The applicant must be a Micro, Small or Medium enterprise.
- The enterprise must be SC/ST-led, with the SC/ST entrepreneur's contribution — equity or ownership — at 51% or more.
- Only manufacturing MSME enterprises qualify. Trading and service businesses are outside the scope of this component.
- The enterprise must be in production within Gujarat during the scheme's run.
- The exhibition or trade fair may be organised inside India or outside India.
- For exhibitions held outside India, the event must be approved by a recognised body — MSME Development Institute (MSME-DI), India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO), EEPC India, Federation of Indian Export Organization (FIEO) or the state Government.
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Deadline & timing
The most recent application window for Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L closed on 6 Aug 2025. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
The assistance is a reimbursement of exhibition expenses at the following rates:
- State-level exhibition: 80% of expenses, capped at ₹50,000, claimable a maximum of 5 times during the scheme period.
- National-level exhibition: 80% of expenses, capped at ₹1,00,000, claimable a maximum of 5 times.
- International exhibition held inside India: 80% of expenses, capped at ₹2,00,000, claimable a maximum of 5 times.
- International exhibition held outside India: 70% of expenses, capped at ₹5,00,000, claimable a maximum of 3 times.
The costs that fall within this assistance are stall rent, product literature and display materials. Together, these cover the immediate cost of showing products at a fair and add up to meaningful market exposure and business growth for eligible enterprises.
About the provider
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L is offered by Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, a government body. As a government-backed subsidy, it is publicly funded and open to eligible startups across India.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L, keep the following documents ready:
- A pitch deck or short business plan describing the problem, product and traction
- Company registration documents and PAN
- Founder identification (PAN / Aadhaar) and brief profiles
- Recent financial statements or projections
- Product details — a demo, prototype or working link if available
Exact requirements are confirmed on the official application portal — treat this as a preparation checklist.
Who this is best for
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹50,000 – ₹5L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much financial assistance does this scheme provide?
The amount depends on the level of the exhibition. A state-level event is reimbursed at 80% of expenses up to ₹50,000, a national-level event at 80% up to ₹1,00,000, and an international exhibition held inside India at 80% up to ₹2,00,000. For an international exhibition held outside India, the rate is 70% of expenses up to ₹5,00,000.
Who is eligible to apply for this assistance?
The applicant must be a Micro, Small or Medium enterprise in the manufacturing sector, it must be SC/ST-led with an SC/ST contribution of 51% or more, and it must be in production in Gujarat during the scheme's run. Participation is allowed in exhibitions and trade fairs held in India as well as outside India.
What exactly does SC/ST enterprise mean under this scheme?
For this scheme, an enterprise counts as an SC/ST enterprise when the contribution of the SC/ST entrepreneur — whether through equity or ownership — is 51% or more of the enterprise.
How many times can an enterprise claim this assistance?
It depends on the level of the exhibition. For state-level, national-level and international exhibitions held inside India, the limit is 5 times each during the scheme period. For international exhibitions held outside India, the limit is 3 times.
Which expenses are reimbursed?
The assistance covers costs incurred for participating in an approved exhibition or trade fair, specifically stall rent, product literature and display materials.
Can the exhibition be held outside India?
Yes. The scheme supports events both within India and abroad. However, an international exhibition held outside India must be approved by a recognised body such as MSME Development Institute (MSME-DI), India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO), EEPC India, Federation of Indian Export Organization (FIEO) or the state Government.
Do service or trading MSMEs qualify?
No. This component is limited to manufacturing sector MSME enterprises. Trading and service businesses do not fall within its scope.
What is the last date to apply?
Applications for this component close on 6 August 2025, which is also the end date of the scheme's run from 7 August 2020.
Does the scheme take equity in my business?
No. This is a subsidy in the form of a reimbursement of eligible exhibition expenses, so it is non-dilutive — no stake or ownership in the enterprise is taken in return.
How and where do I submit the application?
Applications go through the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP). Register with "New Investor Registration", fill and submit the registration form, then verify your email ID through the link sent to your registered address. After verification you can log in with that email address and password, fill in the required details about your business and upload the mandatory documents to complete the application.
Is DPIIT recognition required for Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
Who offers Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L?
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L is offered by Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
How do I apply for Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana — Exhibition Subsidy up to ₹5L?
Apply directly through the official application link on this page. Review the eligibility criteria and prepare your startup documents before you begin.
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