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The UNNATI is an initiative by the Govt. of India, with the aim to foster industrial growth and development in different sectors by offering tailored support and incentives in all 8 North-Eastern States, namely Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland,Sikkim, and Tripura. The eligible incentives are accessible to New units and Existing units undergoing substantial expansion.

The UNNATI remains effective from FY – 2024-25 to FY 2033-34, while the registration application window will be open from 09th March 2024 to 31st March 2026. If the project’s financial liability reaches 115% of the approved funds based on the registrations already granted, the registration process may be temporarily or permanently halted. However, registration may resume depending on the availability of Approved Funds.

No, it is not mandatory to avail a bank loan to apply under the UNNATI Scheme. Both existing industrial units and new investors may choose to finance their projects through business (term) loans from any RBI-recognized financial institution or through self-financing (own investment), as both options are eligible under the scheme.

All eligible units in the Manufacturing and Service sectors will receive incentives under this scheme, as defined under respective incentives. Provided the scheme shall not apply to the units which manufacture the products listed in the negative list in Annexure–I of the Notification. For more details, please refer to the Scheme Notification No. P-44015/1/2023-DBA-II dated 09 th March 2024 and any amendments issued by DPIIT from time to time.

The DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce & Industries is responsible for monitoring and implementing the UNNATI scheme.

No, the application process for the UNNATI scheme is entirely free of charge.

Each unit holder can apply only once under the scheme. However, an existing unit can avail this benefit for substantial expansion only once during the validity period of the scheme.

If a unit is currently receiving or has received incentives from other schemes of the Government of India, it will not qualify for those specific incentives under this scheme. However, it remains eligible for other incentives offered by this scheme (as per eligibility criteria).

Only transactions made from Current bank account(s) of the unit for the purchase of plant & machinery (Manufacturing Sector), or construction of building and other durable physical assets (Service Sector) shall be considered for determining the eligible value of Plant & Machinery for calculation of incentive (s). No payment in cash shall be considered for the said purpose.

Depending on the scheme guidelines, you may be able to apply for multiple incentives. However, it’s essential to review the guidelines and ensure compliance with all requirements.

Approved claim incentives will be disbursed through bank transfers to the concerned bank account of the applicant. NEDFI and SIDBI are the nodal agency for disbursing approved claim incentives.

No, you can download the approval certificate from the UNNATI portal without visiting the Ministry/Department office. Just log in, find the certificate section, and download it to your device.

In case of any discrepancy found and/or any additional information/document required, the concerned DIC shall seek clarification(s) specifically on each of such issues from the applicant through the portal. You have to respond to each clarification raised by GM DIC and have to upload specific documents on the portal.

The help and support team offer comprehensive assistance to ensure a smooth experience with the UNNATI scheme. They provide guidance on completing the application process, clarification on scheme details and requirements, and technical support for any issues encountered while navigating the portal. Additionally, they are available to address any queries or concerns you may have regarding eligibility, documentation, or incentive types.