Assistance for Research & Development Activities
Government support for MSMEs investing in innovation, product development, and R&D capabilities to stay competitive in global markets.
R&D Assistance for MSMEs in Gujarat
Gujarat's R&D assistance scheme encourages MSMEs to invest in research, innovation, and technology development by subsidizing the cost of R&D infrastructure, institutional collaboration, and intellectual property creation.
JSV Consultancy helps MSMEs structure their R&D investments to maximize available government funding and patent protection — from project planning and funding identification to filing and disbursement management.
Assistance Available
| R&D Activity | Subsidy Rate | Maximum Cap |
|---|---|---|
| In-house R&D Lab Setup | 25% of capital cost | Up to ₹25 lakh |
| Institutional R&D Collaboration (IIT/NIT/CSIR) | 50% of project cost | Up to ₹10 lakh per project |
| Patent Filing (Domestic) | 75% of filing and prosecution fees | Up to ₹2 lakh per patent |
| Patent Filing (International) | 50% of filing and prosecution fees | Up to ₹5 lakh per patent |
| Product / Process Development | 25% of R&D expenditure | Up to ₹15 lakh per project |
Types of R&D Support
The scheme covers four major R&D investment types for MSME growth and competitiveness.
In-house R&D Lab
Subsidy for setting up dedicated in-house R&D facilities — labs, prototyping equipment, testing infrastructure, and specialized instruments.
Institutional Collaboration
Funded tie-ups with IITs, NITs, CSIR labs, and Gujarat-based technical universities for collaborative applied research projects.
Patent Filing Assistance
Reimbursement of domestic and international patent application and prosecution fees — protecting innovations your business creates.
Product Development
Support for new product development, quality improvement, and process innovation activities that improve competitiveness.
Eligibility Criteria
How to Apply
JSV Consultancy manages the end-to-end R&D subsidy application process.
R&D Plan
Prepare a formal R&D Project Report outlining objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.
Pre-approval
File pre-commencement application with MSME-DI or DIC to get scheme enrollment before starting R&D.
Execution
Carry out R&D activity and maintain detailed expense records and progress reports.
Claim Filing
JSV files the reimbursement claim with supporting invoices, lab reports, and completion certificate.
Disbursement
Department reviews and disburses approved subsidy amount directly to your registered bank account.
Innovate With Government Backing
Let our experts identify and apply for every R&D subsidy your business qualifies for — from lab setup to patent filing.
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