SIDBI : TIFAC - SIDBI, Technology Innovation Fund (SRIJAN Scheme)
SIDBI : TIFAC - SIDBI, Technology Innovation Fund (SRIJAN Scheme)
Objective :
To support MSMEs towards development, up-scaling, demonstration and commercialization of innovative technology based project. The Scheme will provide developmental loan at flexible terms & interest rate to encourage / promote development / innovation of new t e chnology / process / produc t and it s commercialization.
Eligible customers:
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New / existing MSME units eligible for assistance from SIDBI.
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TERMS OF ASSISTANCE UNDER THE SCHEME
Quantum of assistance:
1. Upto 80% of the project cost subject to maximum of ` 100 lakh.
2. Assistance more than ` 100 lakh may be considered selectively.
Eligible Project Cost :
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Capital expenditure [land, building, plant & machinery, MFA, etc.]
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Intangibles– patents/ copy rights / R&D / purchase of technology
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Pre-operative expenses /Interest during construction period Working capital margin
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Marketing / brand building expenses.
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Contingencies
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Any other head required for the project
Upfront Fee :
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Not more than 0.5% of the sanctioned amount + service tax as applicable.
Instruments :
Term Loan
Rate of Interest:
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Not more than 5% p.a
Repayment Period:
The loan repayment period including moratorium should generally not be more than 6 years from the date of the completion of the project.
Security:
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First charge on assets (both moveable / immoveable) created under the project.
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First / pari passu charge on other assets of the unit.
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CGTMSE cover could be taken, wherever possible.
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Personal guarantees of promoters.
Promoters contribution:
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Minimum 20% of the project cost.