UP Industrial Investment & Employment Promotion Policy (2022)
By Government of Uttar Pradesh
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Quick Answer
UP: 10%–25% capital subsidy + interest subsidy + stamp duty exemption for new MSMEs
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Provider
- Government of Uttar Pradesh
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Uttar Pradesh
About this subsidy
Key components: (1) Capital subsidy: 10%–25% of FCI for Micro; 10%–15% for Small (maximum in Bundelkhand and Purvanchal). (2) Interest subsidy: up to 5% for MSMEs (for SC/ST and women: up to 60% of interest paid). (3) Stamp duty exemption: 100% in Purvanchal and Bundelkhand; 75% Madhyanchal; 50% Paschimanchal; 100% for women-owned units statewide. (4) Electricity duty exemption: 100% for 10 years in Bundelkhand. (5) ODOP incentives for units producing the district's designated product.
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The Government of Uttar Pradesh is the state government of India's most populous state and a rapidly growing economic and entrepreneurial force. Through its IT & Electronics department and the UP Startup Policy, the state has committed to building a large, distributed startup…
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What You Get
UP Industrial Investment & Employment Promotion Policy 2022 offers a region-linked incentive package. Capital subsidy ranges from 10%–25% of Fixed Capital Investment for Micro enterprises and 10%–15% for Small enterprises, with the highest rates in Bundelkhand and Purvanchal. Interest subsidy of up to 5% is available for MSMEs; SC/ST and women entrepreneurs can claim up to 60% of interest paid. Stamp duty exemption is 100% in Purvanchal and Bundelkhand, 75% in Madhyanchal, 50% in Paschimanchal, and 100% statewide for women-owned units. Electricity duty exemption of 100% for ten years is available in Bundelkhand. ODOP-designated units receive additional incentives layered on top of the standard benefits. All incentives are equity-free and non-repayable.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Application Process
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Obtain free Udyam Registration at udyamregistration.gov.in.
Obtain free Udyam Registration at udyamregistration.gov.in.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for UP Industrial Investment & Employment Promotion Policy 2022?
New and expanding MSMEs and large/mega industrial units in Uttar Pradesh can apply. ODOP (One District One Product) units producing their district''s designated product receive an additional incentive layer.
What capital subsidy is available?
Micro enterprises can receive 10%–25% of Fixed Capital Investment and Small enterprises 10%–15%, with the highest rates in Bundelkhand and Purvanchal regions. Large and mega units have separate incentive slabs.
Is this scheme equity-free?
Yes. All components — capital subsidy, interest subsidy, stamp duty exemption, and electricity duty exemption — are non-dilutive, non-repayable incentives.
Are there special benefits for women entrepreneurs?
Yes. Women-owned units receive 100% stamp duty exemption statewide. Additionally, SC/ST and women entrepreneurs can receive up to 60% of interest paid as interest subsidy (versus the standard up to 5%).
What is the ODOP incentive?
The One District One Product (ODOP) scheme provides additional incentives to units manufacturing their district''s designated product. Benefits are layered on top of the standard industrial policy incentives and vary by district.
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted through the Nivesh Mitra portal (niveshmitra.up.nic.in) — UP''s single-window investment facilitation platform. MSMEs can also apply through their District Industries Centre (DIC).
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
