UP Industrial Investment & Employment Promotion Policy (2022) — Frequently Asked Questions

New and expanding MSMEs, as well as large and mega industrial units located in Uttar Pradesh, are eligible. There is no specific sector restriction, but manufacturing enterprises are the main target. Units must have Udyam Registration (MSME registration).

Micro enterprises can receive 10%–25% of Fixed Capital Investment (FCI), while Small enterprises can get 10%–15%. The highest rates apply in Bundelkhand and Purvanchal regions.

No. All components — capital subsidy, interest subsidy, stamp duty exemption, and electricity duty exemption — are non-dilutive, non-repayable incentives. No equity is taken.

Yes. Women-owned units get 100% stamp duty exemption across the entire state. Additionally, SC/ST and women entrepreneurs can receive interest subsidy up to 60% of the interest paid, compared to the standard up to 5%.

The One District One Product (ODOP) scheme provides additional incentives to units that produce the product designated for their district. These benefits are layered on top of the standard policy incentives and vary by district.

Applications are submitted through the Nivesh Mitra portal at niveshmitra.up.nic.in. Alternatively, you can approach your District Industries Centre (DIC). The process involves registering, submitting project documents, obtaining a Letter of Intent, commencing production, and then applying for an Incentive Eligibility Certificate.

You need Udyam Registration, a CA-certified Fixed Capital Investment statement, GSTIN, a project report, land documents, and other supporting papers as specified during application.

The scheme is rolling and always open, with no fixed deadline. However, benefits are subject to the policy period and fund availability.

No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for UP Industrial Investment & Employment Promotion Policy (2022), though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.

UP Industrial Investment & Employment Promotion Policy (2022) is offered by Government of Uttar Pradesh, a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.