Market Development Assistance to MSMEs
Financial support for MSMEs to participate in trade fairs, exhibitions, and buyer-seller meets to expand their market presence domestically and globally.
Market Development Assistance (MDA)
The Market Development Assistance scheme helps registered MSMEs in Gujarat access new markets by subsidizing participation in state, national, and international trade fairs and exhibitions.
JSV Consultancy guides MSMEs through the application and claim process to ensure they extract maximum value from this scheme — preparing documentation and filing post-event reimbursement claims on time.
Assistance Available (Scheme 1 — Exhibitors)
| Event / Activity | Subsidy Rate | Maximum Cap |
|---|---|---|
| State-Level Exhibitions | 75% of stall charges | Up to ₹50,000 per event |
| National-Level Trade Fairs | 75% of stall charges | Up to ₹1 lakh per event |
| International Exhibitions (within India) | 75% of stall charges | Up to ₹2 lakh per event |
| International Exhibitions (abroad) | 60% of stall charges | Up to ₹5 lakh per event |
* Travel, accommodation, and freight charges are generally excluded. Only stall/space charges are reimbursable.
Scheme 2 — Assistance to Exhibition Organizers
Approved exhibition organizers can claim 60% assistance on the electricity consumption bill incurred for the event.
Eligibility Criteria
Documents Required
Types of Market Development Support
The MDA scheme covers a broad range of market-building activities for MSMEs.
State-Level Exhibitions
Subsidy on stall charges for participation in state-government-approved exhibitions.
National Trade Fairs
Subsidy on stall charges for approved national-level trade fairs and exhibitions.
International Exhibitions
Financial assistance for MSMEs participating in international trade fairs — both within India and abroad — approved via ITPO, EEPC, or FIEO.
Organizer Support
Approved exhibition organizers can separately claim 60% assistance on their event's electricity consumption bill.
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