Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Quality Certification up to ₹10L
A Gujarat government subsidy of ₹10,000 to ₹10 lakh for SC/ST-run manufacturing MSMEs, covering quality certifications and up to 75% of ERP implementation costs.
- Funding amount
- ₹10,000 – ₹10L (subsidy)
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Provider
- Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat (Government)
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana is an umbrella programme of the Gujarat Government's Industries and Mines Department, put in place to strengthen the state's Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise base. It took effect on 7 August 2020 and stays in force until 6 August 2025.
This page covers a single component of that umbrella: Assistance for Quality Certification. The component is built around enterprises owned and run by Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) entrepreneurs, and its purpose is to raise product standards and operational efficiency so these businesses can hold their own in domestic as well as international markets.
Support reaches beneficiaries through two channels. One helps with the expense of securing national and international quality certifications. The other helps with putting an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system in place. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through Gujarat's Investor Facilitation Portal, and total assistance under this component can reach ₹10 lakh.
Highlights
- Subsidy of up to ₹10 lakh for quality certification, testing equipment included.
- 75% of ERP capital cost covered, capped at ₹1,00,000.
- Designed for SC/ST-run manufacturing MSMEs located in Gujarat.
- Covers national and international standards such as BIS, ISI, WHO, GMP and Hallmark.
- Rolling applications — but the claim must be filed within one year of certification.
- Scheme remains effective from 7 August 2020 to 6 August 2025.
Who can apply
Eligibility for this component rests on a few clear conditions:
- Enterprise type: the business must qualify as a Micro, Small or Medium Enterprise (MSME).
- Promoter background: the unit has to be owned and run by an entrepreneur from the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) community.
- Sector: the scheme applies to manufacturing enterprises.
- Location: the unit must be in Gujarat.
- Timing: the application must be filed within one year of the date the certification is issued.
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Quality Certification up to ₹10L 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
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Quality Certification up to ₹10L accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no fixed cut-off date, so eligible startups can apply at any time. Because rolling programmes can pause without notice, confirm the window is still open on the official site before you start.
What the funding covers
Two kinds of expenditure attract a subsidy under this component.
ERP implementation — the scheme bears 75% of the capital cost of installing an ERP system, subject to a ceiling of ₹1,00,000. Software costs, installation charges and annual service charges all count as eligible expenditure. Hardware purchases are not covered.
Quality certification — for national and international certifications such as BIS, ISI, WHO, GMP and Hallmark, the scheme meets 60% of the certification agency's fees, with travel, hotel and surveillance charges excluded. A separate 60% of the cost of essential testing equipment and machinery, including calibration charges, is also supported.
Quality certification assistance, testing equipment included, is capped at ₹10,00,000. Across this component the support on offer spans roughly ₹10,000 to ₹10 lakh, which meaningfully reduces the cash a small manufacturer has to commit to compliance and systems upgrade.
About the provider
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Quality Certification up to ₹10L 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.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
There is no competitive pitch, jury round or ranking exercise here. An application, once submitted, is examined for adherence to the scheme's conditions — whether the enterprise is of the right type, whether the promoter meets the SC/ST criterion, and whether all the required documentation has been furnished.
Approval goes to eligible applicants on a first-come, first-served basis, or as and when every stipulated condition is satisfied. Because the window is rolling, there is no annual cut-off to wait for; the practical deadline is the one-year limit counted from the date the certification was issued.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Quality Certification up to ₹10L, 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: Quality Certification up to ₹10L is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹10,000 – ₹10L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much assistance can I actually receive under this scheme?
Support under the Assistance for Quality Certification component ranges from ₹10,000 to ₹10 lakh. Within that, ERP installation draws 75% of capital cost up to ₹1,00,000, while quality certification along with testing equipment is capped at ₹10,00,000.
Who is eligible to apply?
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Gujarat's manufacturing sector that are owned and operated by entrepreneurs from the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe communities. The unit must qualify as an MSME, and the claim has to be filed within one year of the certification being issued.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration?
MSME status is central to eligibility — this component is meant for micro, small and medium enterprises, and that is the first condition checked. DPIIT recognition does not figure among the published conditions for this component.
Is there an application deadline?
The scheme itself is rolling, so applications can be filed at any point in the year. The deadline that does apply is specific to your unit: you must apply within one year of the date your quality certification was issued.
Which certifications qualify for support?
National and international quality certifications. The standards named as examples include BIS, ISI, WHO, GMP and Hallmark. The essential testing equipment and machinery needed to meet those standards can also be supported.
What exactly does the ERP subsidy cover, and what is left out?
The subsidy is 75% of capital cost, capped at ₹1,00,000, and it takes in software costs, installation charges and annual service costs. Hardware purchases are specifically outside its scope.
Does the scheme take equity or require repayment?
No. This is a government subsidy, so the benefit is non-dilutive — no equity or ownership stake changes hands, and the amount received does not have to be paid back.
How do I apply?
Everything is processed online through Gujarat's Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP). Complete a new investor registration, submit the form, verify your email through the link sent to you, then log in with your registered email and password, fill in your business details and upload the mandatory documents.
Can a unit from the service sector apply?
Eligibility for this component is tied to manufacturing enterprises in Gujarat. It is not described as being open to businesses outside that manufacturing profile.
Are the travel, hotel and surveillance costs of the certification agency reimbursed?
No. Although 60% of certification agency fees is covered, travel, hotel and surveillance charges are expressly excluded from that calculation.
What does the scheme help me buy beyond the certificate itself?
Alongside the certification fee support, the scheme covers 60% of the cost of essential testing equipment and machinery, including calibration charges. ERP software, installation and annual servicing are supported separately under the ERP head.
Who offers Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Quality Certification up to ₹10L?
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyog Uday Yojana: Quality Certification up to ₹10L is offered by Industries and Mines Department, Government of Gujarat, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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