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Assistance for Research & Development Activities

Assistance for Research & Development Activities

Government support for MSMEs and institutions investing in R&D centres, contract research, and shared laboratories to stay competitive in global markets.

Scheme Overview

R&D Assistance in Gujarat

Gujarat's R&D assistance framework covers four distinct schemes — from establishing dedicated R&D/product development centres to contract research, government institution grants, and industrial association labs — subsidizing the cost of research infrastructure and collaboration.

JSV Consultancy helps applicants secure CSIR/DSIR approval, prepare the Detailed Project Report, and manage the application and disbursement process with the Industries Commissionerate.

Assistance Available

R&D SchemeSubsidy RateMaximum Cap
R&D / Product Development Centre Establishment30% of investment (machinery, equipment, hardware, software)Up to ₹5 crore
Contract / Sponsored Research50% of project costUp to ₹50 lakh per operative period
Government-Established Institutions / LabsNeed-based, via SLEC scrutinyNo fixed cap
Industrial Association R&D Labs60% of project costUp to ₹5 crore

Types of R&D Support

The scheme covers four distinct R&D investment types for growth and competitiveness.

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R&D / Product Development Centre

30% capital subsidy (up to ₹5 crore) for establishing dedicated R&D or product development centres — machinery, equipment, hardware, and software.

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Contract / Sponsored Research

50% of project cost (up to ₹50 lakh per operative period) for research contracted or sponsored with recognized institutions.

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Government Institution Labs

Need-based support, decided case-by-case by the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC), for strengthening government-established R&D institutions.

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Industrial Association Labs

60% of project cost (up to ₹5 crore) for industrial associations establishing shared R&D laboratories for member units.

Eligibility Criteria

Valid Udyam Registration (MSME certificate), or a recognized institution / industrial association / professional body
Applicant must obtain provisional CSIR/DSIR approval for the R&D activity
R&D activity must be formally documented in a Detailed Project Report (DPR)
Application must be filed with the Industries Commissionerate
Eligible entity types: companies, LLPs, partnerships, societies, trusts, and proprietorships engaged in manufacturing, processing, or job work
Policy validity: These figures reflect the Assistance for Research & Development Activities scheme under Gujarat Industrial Policy 2020 (operative 7 August 2020 – 6 August 2025). The Viksit Gujarat Industrial Policy 2026 may introduce updated terms for new applications — talk to JSV Consultancy to confirm current eligibility and rates for your project.

How to Apply

JSV Consultancy manages the end-to-end R&D subsidy application process.

01

CSIR/DSIR Approval

Obtain provisional CSIR/DSIR approval for the planned R&D activity before applying.

02

DPR Preparation

Prepare a Detailed Project Report outlining objectives, methodology, and cost estimates.

03

Application Filing

File the application with the Industries Commissionerate under the applicable scheme.

04

Execution

Carry out the R&D activity and maintain detailed expense records and progress reports.

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Disbursement

JSV files the claim with supporting invoices and completion certificate; department disburses to your registered account.

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