Telangana Industrial Policy 2020–25 (TS-iPASS) — Incentives — Frequently Asked Questions

New industrial units in manufacturing and eligible service sectors that obtain clearance through the TS-iPASS single-window system are eligible. Eligible expansion and diversification units also qualify for some components.

MSMEs can receive 15%–25% of Fixed Capital Investment as investment subsidy. SC/ST and women-owned enterprises and units in backward districts receive higher rates. The exact percentage depends on district classification and enterprise category.

Eligible units receive a reimbursement of ₹1 to ₹2 per unit of electricity consumed for five years. This is particularly significant for energy-intensive manufacturing operations.

Yes. All benefits — investment subsidy, power-cost reimbursement, interest subsidy, SGST reimbursement, and stamp duty refund — are non-dilutive, non-repayable incentives.

TS-iPASS (Telangana State Industrial Project Approval and Self-Certification System) guarantees time-bound approvals for industrial clearances. Units registered under TS-iPASS get a single-window clearance, which is also the entry point for all incentive claims.

Apply through the TS-iPASS portal at ipass.telangana.gov.in. Register your project, obtain single-window clearances, and then file incentive claims with the Department of Industries and Commerce after commencement of production.

After commencement of production, you must submit a CA-certified Fixed Capital Investment statement, Udyam Registration, and GSTIN to the Department of Industries and Commerce for an Incentive Eligibility Certificate.

The investment subsidy is a one-time grant. Power-cost reimbursement is available for five years. Interest subsidy is for three to five years, and SGST reimbursement is for five to ten years, depending on the specific program component.

Telangana Industrial Policy 2020–25 (TS-iPASS) — Incentives runs on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline — applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Check the official site to confirm the window is currently open.

No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Telangana Industrial Policy 2020–25 (TS-iPASS) — Incentives, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.

Telangana Industrial Policy 2020–25 (TS-iPASS) — Incentives is offered by Government of Telangana, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.