Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for Assistance to Mega Industries: EPF Reimbursement
The “Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for Assistance to Mega Industries” aims to strengthen the overall industrial ecosystem in the State and also enable a larger set of manufacturing companies to emulate the adoption of clean energy and make them future-ready to compete in global markets.
About This Scheme
The “Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for Assistance to Mega Industries” is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat. It aims to empower the state’s dynamic mega-industry sector, which significantly contributes to employment, GDP, and exports. Effective from October 5, 2022, to October 4, 2032, this initiative supports growth, investments, and the vision of “Aatmanirbhar Gujarat” and “Aatmanirbhar Bharat.”
The component “EPF Reimbursement” offers financial support to eligible Mega Industrial Units in Gujarat by reimbursing the employer’s contribution to the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) for new employees.
Benefits
Reimbursement: 100% reimbursement of employer’s statutory EPF contribution.
Incentive Ceiling: 12% of basic salary + DA or ₹1800/- per month, whichever is lower.
Eligibility Criteria
The mega industry must operate as a manufacturing unit.
The unit must have a minimum investment of ₹2,500/- crore in plant and machinery.
The unit must provide direct employment to at least 2,500 persons.
The unit must belong to one of the thrust sectors as defined in the
Guidelines
(Refer Page No. 9).
Only new employees who do not have a Universal Account Number (UAN) before joining the unit are eligible.
The reimbursement is only for incremental employee count post-expansion.
Application Process
Apply Online
Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the
Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
portal. Click on “New Investor Registration” to access the registration form.
Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on “Submit”.
Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your registered E-mail ID.
Step-4: After verification, you will be registered successfully.
Post-Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the
Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
portal. Click on “Login”.
Step-2: Enter the email address and password you used during registration.
Step-3: Click the “Login” button to access your account.
Step-4: Now fill in the required details and mandatory documents about your business to complete the application process.
Helpdesk:
Contact Us.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Reimbursement: 100% reimbursement of employer’s statutory EPF contribution.
Incentive Ceiling: 12% of basic salary + DA or ₹1800/- per month, whichever is lower.
Application Process
Apply Online
Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
portal. Click on "New Investor Registration" to access the registration form.
Step-2: Fill in the Registration Form. Click on "Submit".
Step-3: Verify the E-mail ID using the link sent on your registered E-mail ID.
Step-4: After verification, you will be registered successfully.
Post-Registration Process:
Step-1: Visit the Investor Facilitation Portal (IFP)
portal. Click on "Login".
Step-2: Enter the email address and password you used during registration.
Step-3: Click the "Login" button to access your account.
Step-4: Now fill in the required details and mandatory documents about your business to complete the application process.
Helpdesk: Contact Us.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Aatmanirbhar Gujarat Scheme for Assistance to Mega Industries: EPF Reimbursement |
| Short Title | AGSMEPF |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Categories | Business & Entrepreneurship |
| States | Gujarat |
| Gender | All |
| Age Range | 2 — Any years |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
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