Program brief
| Benefit | The scheme offers financial support up to Rs. 10,00,00,000 for setting up industry-sponsored institutes in Gujarat. |
|---|---|
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
| Level | State, Gujarat |
| Field | Education & Learning |
| Started | 2020 |
| How to apply | Offline |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The scheme offers financial support up to Rs. 10,00,00,000 for setting up industry-sponsored institutes in Gujarat. Eligible institutions must have at least 10 years of experience. The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.
The ‘Scheme for Enhancement of Technical Competence and Manpower’ is part of Gujarat’s Industrial Policy. It aims to reduce the skill gap in industries, enhance employment opportunities, and align training with technological advancements.
Managed by the Industries and Mines Department, this scheme supports the establishment of Anchor Institutes. These institutes are expected to generate employment and provide high-quality training in various sectors.
The financial assistance includes capital and operational support for machinery, infrastructure, and running expenses. This initiative is crucial for improving the skill set of the workforce and meeting industry demands.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Infra |
|---|---|
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Benefits
Award value:
- Capital Expenditure Support: Up to Rs. 5,00,00,000 for machinery, equipment, and infrastructure (excluding land and new buildings).
- Operating Expenditure Support: Up to Rs. 5,00,00,000 for running expenses, including faculty honorarium and administrative costs.
- Additional Assistance for Awareness Programs & Seminars: A maximum of Rs. 1,00,000 per training center per year.
The total financial assistance can reach up to Rs. 10,00,00,000 over five years. Payments are made for both capital and operational expenditures.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 60 years
- State
- Gujarat
Eligibility:
- Academic: Industry-sponsored institution or center of excellence, with at least 10 years of experience in specified sectors.
- Age: Minimum 18 years, maximum 60 years.
- Category: Must operate in sectors like biotechnology, marine, mining, shipbuilding, aerospace, agribusiness, etc.
Two cases, worked through
Qualifies
Does not qualify
Each case is built only from the conditions in the official listing. Your own case may differ; the call decides.
Documents
Documents:
- Application in the prescribed format.
- Registration details of the applicant organization.
- Audited financial report of the last 3 years.
- Proposed courses details (Annexure-A).
- Need for conducting courses.
- Project Cost (Annexure-B, Annexure-C, Annexure-D).
- Proposed training center infrastructure photos/layout/map.
- Self-declaration on available machinery & infrastructure.
- Consent/Interest letter.
- Linkages with Industries.
- Industries recommendation/demand/support letters.
- Land: Sale deed/lease deed for ownership/long lease.
- Rent agreement.
- Pre-feasibility report.
- Sign & Stamp at each page.
- Soft copy of application in CD/DVD.
- Others.
Application steps
Application steps:
- Submit the application form to The Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED).
- The application will be sent to the Screening Committee.
- Applications are received twice a year in April and October.
- A Committee will review the proposals and submit recommendations to the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC).
Common application errors
Common application errors:
- Missing required documents such as the audited financial report.
- Failure to include the self-declaration on available machinery and infrastructure.
- Not signing and stamping each page of the application.
Terms used on this page
- Anchor Institute
An Anchor Institute is an industry-sponsored institution with a strong employment generation track record. It mentors skill development activities and develops training curricula.
- Nodal Institute
A Nodal Institute trains secondary-level trainers and faculty members under the guidance of an Anchor Institute.
- Capital Expenditure
This refers to costs incurred for acquiring or upgrading fixed assets like machinery and infrastructure.
- Operating Expenditure
These are recurring costs related to training, maintenance of assets, and staff remuneration.
Questions and answers
What is the main purpose of this scheme?
The scheme aims to bridge the skill gap in industries and enhance employment by aligning workforce training with technological needs.
Who can apply for financial assistance?
Industry-sponsored institutions or centers of excellence in Gujarat with at least 10 years of experience in specific sectors can apply.
What is the maximum financial assistance available?
The scheme provides financial support up to Rs. 10,00,00,000 over five years.
What types of expenses are covered under this scheme?
Expenses for capital and operational support, including machinery, equipment, and running costs, are covered.
How often can applications be submitted?
Applications can be submitted twice a year, in April and October.
Where should the application be submitted?
The application should be submitted to The Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (CED) in Gandhinagar.
Official portal and guidelines
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Documents from the provider
- Guidelines ic.gujarat.gov.in, PDF
- Guidelines 2 ced.gujarat.gov.in
jsrr.in is an independent index, not a funding agency or a government body. The provider's official call is final: confirm every condition, amount and date there, and do not pay anyone who offers to apply for you.
This entry was drafted with AI tools from the official listing. Each amount and date in it was checked automatically against that listing; read the official call before you apply.
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