Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs
Maharashtra's Production Linked Incentive gives Export Oriented Units a cash subsidy of 1–1.5% of incremental turnover for five years, capped at 10% of Fixed Capital Investment, with MSMEs eligible for up to ₹1 crore a year.
- Funding amount
- ₹1Cr (subsidy)
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Provider
- Directorate of Industries, Government of Maharashtra (Government)
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive is a cash subsidy that sits inside the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025. It is run by the Directorate of Industries, Government of Maharashtra, and its logic is simple: reward manufacturers that lift their output and export volumes from units based in the state.
Unlike a grant paid out before a project starts, this incentive is paid after results are booked. A qualifying unit earns a percentage of its incremental turnover — the extra business it generates over its earlier performance — which ties the payout directly to real production and export growth.
The scheme is built around Export Oriented Units, and the rate of support depends on how much of a unit's production is shipped overseas. It works alongside the state's wider package of industrial incentives, with the aim of helping Maharashtra manufacturers scale up, hold their own in global markets and create employment across sectors.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, so there is no closing date to work towards.
Highlights
- Cash incentive of 1.5% of incremental turnover for 100% EOUs, and 1% for EOUs exporting over 50%
- Payable for 5 years from the date of eligibility
- Overall ceiling of 10% of the unit's Fixed Capital Investment
- MSME units can receive up to ₹1 crore annually
- Rolling applications — no fixed deadline
- Run by the Directorate of Industries under the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025
Who can apply
Eligibility rests on two things: how export oriented your unit is, and whether you are already drawing another state subsidy.
- 100% Export Oriented Units (EOUs) qualify for the scheme.
- EOUs that export more than 50% of their production also qualify, at a lower rate of support.
- The unit must not currently be covered under the Industrial Promotion Subsidy (SGST).
- MSME units operating within Maharashtra are eligible.
If your unit is an EOU based in Maharashtra and is not already claiming the Industrial Promotion Subsidy (SGST), you fall within the target group for this Production Linked Incentive.
Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs 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
Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs 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
Support is paid as a cash incentive calculated on turnover growth. It is not an equity investment, so the money is non-dilutive — no stake or ownership in your unit changes hands.
- Units that are 100% export oriented earn 1.5% of incremental turnover.
- Units exporting more than half of their production earn 1% of incremental turnover.
- Payments continue for 5 years from the date the unit becomes eligible.
- Over that stretch the cumulative payout cannot cross 10% of the unit's Fixed Capital Investment (FCI).
- An MSME unit can receive a maximum of ₹1 crore annually in applicable incentives.
About the provider
Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs is offered by Directorate of Industries, Government of Maharashtra, 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
Claims are not cleared automatically. The relevant government departments review each application and verify the figures behind it.
Verification covers the unit's EOU status, the share of production exported, the incremental turnover claimed and the documented Fixed Capital Investment (FCI).
The claim is then measured against the criteria laid down in the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025. After that evaluation and the resulting approval, the applicable incentive is disbursed to the eligible unit.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs, 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
Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹1Cr. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding can a unit receive under the Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive?
The payout is a share of the extra turnover a unit books. A 100% Export Oriented Unit earns 1.5% of incremental turnover, while an EOU exporting more than 50% of its production earns 1%. Payments run for 5 years from the date of eligibility, but the cumulative total is capped at 10% of the unit's Fixed Capital Investment across that period. MSMEs face a further ceiling of ₹1 crore per year.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
The scheme is open to Export Oriented Units — both those that are 100% export oriented and those that export more than half of what they produce. Units already covered under the Industrial Promotion Subsidy (SGST) cannot claim it. MSME units operating within Maharashtra are also eligible.
Does the government take equity or a stake in my business?
No. This is a subsidy, which makes it non-dilutive. The incentive is paid out as a cash benefit and no equity or ownership in your unit changes hands.
How long does the incentive last?
It runs for 5 years, counted from the date the unit becomes eligible for the scheme. Within that window, how much you actually receive depends on your turnover growth and the overall cap.
Is there a maximum limit on the incentive?
Two limits apply. Over the full five years, cumulative payouts cannot exceed 10% of the unit's Fixed Capital Investment. Separately, an MSME unit can receive no more than ₹1 crore annually.
Can a unit that already receives the Industrial Promotion Subsidy (SGST) apply?
No. Units currently covered under the Industrial Promotion Subsidy (SGST) are excluded from this Production Linked Incentive, so the two cannot be claimed together.
What is the application deadline?
There isn't a fixed one — applications are open on a rolling, always-open basis, so there is no closing date to race against. Even so, it pays to keep your turnover and export records current, because the claim is assessed entirely on that data.
How and where do I apply?
Applications under the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025 are submitted online through the Maharashtra Government's designated portal, the MAITRI portal at https://maitri.maharashtra.gov.in/login. You complete the detailed forms required by the policy guidelines and attach the supporting documents.
What documents will I need to submit?
Expect to provide proof of your Export Oriented Unit status, details of your export percentage, records of your incremental turnover, and documentation of your Fixed Capital Investment (FCI). All supporting papers specified in the policy guidelines should go in along with the completed application.
How is my claim assessed before the money is released?
Government departments review each application and verify the underlying data — EOU status, export share, incremental turnover figures and documented FCI. The claim is then checked against the criteria in the Maharashtra Industries Investment and Services Policy 2025, and the incentive is disbursed once it is approved.
Is DPIIT recognition required for Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
Who offers Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs?
Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs is offered by Directorate of Industries, Government of Maharashtra, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
How do I apply for Maharashtra Production Linked Incentive — Up to ₹1Cr for EOUs?
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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