This scheme has been discontinued and is no longer accepting applications.
SubsidyMinistry of Commerce & Industry (DoNER)Verified 7 May 2026Official source

North East Industrial and Investment Promotion Policy (NEIIPP)

Central government capital subsidy of 30% on plant and machinery investment for MSMEs setting up new manufacturing units in all 8 North East states: Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Mizoram, and Sikkim. One of the highest capital subsidy rates offered by the Centre. Aims to bring industrial investment to the Northeast.

Maximum amount
₹30.0L
Typical payout
₹15.0L
Processing time
8–20 weeks

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Eligibility criteria

Company type
Private Limited, LLP, Proprietorship, Partnership Firm
Stage
Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr), Growth Stage (₹1Cr–₹25Cr)
States
Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Mizoram, Sikkim
Sectors
manufacturing, food_processing, agritech, textile, bamboo, engineering, pharma, chemicals, handloom
Prerequisites
  • Udyam (MSME) registration required

Documents required

1
Pre-Registration Certificate: Issued under NEIIPP 2007 by the District Industries Centre (DIC)
Active MSME Udyam registration
2
Constitution of the Unit
Registration Certificate, Memorandum and Articles of Association, and Director details with PAN.
3
Premises Proof in NE State
Factory / office in a North East state - Purchase/gift deeds or a lease agreement (minimum 5 years).
Tip: Tribal area units may qualify for additional state-level incentives
4
GST Registration
Active GSTIN
5
Incorporation Certificate
Company registration documents
6
Plant & Machinery
Certified copies of all bills, vouchers, and money receipts (only new machinary).
7
(If Applicable) Regulatory Clearances
NOC from the local body/authority and Consent to Operate from the Pollution Control Board.
8
(If Applicable) Sector-Specific
Tip: eg: Tea Board registration (for tea factories).
9
(If Applicable) Utility Proofs
Power sanction letter and the first electricity bill.
10
(If Applicable) Service Units
Functional/operational certificate from the concerned department.
11
(If Applicable) Specific Subsidy Forms
eg: For Insurance, a copy of the insurance policy and Form: IE(B) from the fire insurance office.

How to apply for NEIIPP

1
Registration - Register business in the meripehchaan portalOpen portal
2
Online Submission: Log in to theportal to fill out the claim form and get an ID number.Open portal
3
State-level DIC / implementing agency verifies investment and inspects the unit (4–8 weeks)
4
Subsidy sanctioned and disbursed directly to business bank account

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for NEIIPP?

NEIIPP is available to Private Limited, LLP, Proprietorship, Partnership Firm companies at the Early Stage (Revenue < ₹1Cr), Growth Stage (₹1Cr–₹25Cr) stage, across Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur and 4 more. Udyam (MSME) registration is required.

How much funding does NEIIPP provide?

NEIIPP provides up to ₹30.0L. Most applicants receive around ₹15.0L.

How long does NEIIPP approval take?

The typical processing time from submission to disbursement is 8–20 weeks.

Is NEIIPP currently accepting applications?

NEIIPP has been discontinued and is no longer accepting applications.

Do I need Udyam registration for NEIIPP?

Yes, Udyam (MSME) registration is required. Register at udyamregistration.gov.in before applying.

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Information is based on publicly available scheme guidelines. Last verified 7 May 2026. Always verify with official sources before applying.