Inclusive MSME Subsidies for Women, BC, SC/ST & Transgender Entrepreneurs
Empowering Equity through AP Government MSME Subsidies 2024–29The Government of Andhra Pradesh has taken progressive steps to promote inclusive, equitable, and accessible industrial development through its MSME & Entrepreneur Development Policy 2024–29.
To bridge social and economic gaps, the policy provides enhanced subsidies for enterprises wholly owned by women, Backward Castes (BC), Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), minority groups, specially-abled individuals, and transgender entrepreneurs who are domiciled in the state.
These Special Category subsidies offer additional support across capital investment, power costs, taxes, training, infrastructure, and export enablement—empowering first-generation and underrepresented entrepreneurs to build successful enterprises.
As a trusted MSME consulting firm, Unique Group offers complete assistance in availing these benefits.
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Explore government incentives, capital subsidies, and policy benefits available for industries in Andhra Pradesh.
Subsidies
|
Subsidy |
Micro |
Small |
Medium |
|
Capital Subsidy (new units) |
45% of FCI Max upto Rs. 45 Lakhs |
45% of FCI Max upto Rs. 4.5 Cr |
35% of FCI Max upto Rs. 7 Cr |
|
Capital Subsidy for expansion/diversification units |
40% of FCI Max upto Rs. 40 Lakhs |
40% of FCI Max upto Rs. 4 Cr |
30% of FCI Max upto Rs. 5 Cr |
|
Power Subsidy
|
INR 1.5 per unit for 5 years Max – 1 Lakh per annum |
INR 1.5 per unit for 5 years Max – 5 Lakh per annum |
INR 1.5 per unit for 5 years Max – 5 Lakh per annum |
|
Net SGST Reimbursement |
100% for 5 years Max – 5% of annual turnover |
100% for 5 years Max – 5% of annual turnover |
100% for 5 years Max – 5% of annual turnover |
|
Stamp Duty Reimbursement |
100% |
100% |
100% |
|
Land Conversion (CLU) Reimbursement |
100% |
100% |
100% |
|
Skill Upgradation |
Rs. 5000 per person Max 10 persons |
Rs. 10,000 per person Max 20 persons |
100% of Employer contribution to EPF, capped at INR Lakh per annum, for 3 years |
|
Water Audit |
75% Upto Rs. 1 Lakh |
75% Upto Rs. 1 Lakh |
75% Upto Rs. 1 Lakh |
|
Energy Audit |
75% Upto Rs. 2 Lakhs |
75% Upto Rs. 2 Lakhs |
75% Upto Rs. 2 Lakhs |
|
Equipment for Audit |
25% Upto Rs. 20 Lakhs |
25% Upto Rs. 40 Lakhs |
25% Upto Rs. 50 Lakhs |
|
Local procurement For export units |
1% of annual export turnover for 3 years, with overall cap of INR 15 Lakhs. |
1% of annual export turnover for 3 years, with overall cap of INR 1.5 Cr. |
1% of annual export turnover for 3 years, with overall cap of INR 7 Cr. |
Who Can Apply under Special Category?
Entrepreneurs must meet both of the following:
- Be domiciled in Andhra Pradesh
- Enterprise must be wholly owned by:
- Women
- SC/ST entrepreneurs
- Backward Caste (BC) communities
- Minorities
- Specially-abled individuals
- Transgender entrepreneurs
Applicable to enterprises in both manufacturing and service sectors.
Unique Group Can Help You
- Check eligibility for special category benefits
- Prepare DPRs, documentation & online applications
- Coordinate with industry departments and DISCOMs
- Track approvals, follow-up & ensure timely disbursement
- Assist in SGST, EPF, training, and procurement incentive claims
Why Choose Unique Group?
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