Accelerating Investment & Employment in the North-East
Overview
The UNNATI 2024 scheme is a flagship initiative of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, aimed at strengthening the industrial ecosystem and attracting new investment in the North-Eastern Region (NER) of India. (MyGov Blogs)
It seeks to “Transform the North-East” by enabling manufacturing and services enterprises to expand, develop infrastructure, generate employment and enhance regional growth. (India.gov.in)
The scheme covers all eight North-Eastern states: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura. (MyGov Blogs)
Key Benefits of UNNATI 2024
💼 Incentives for Investment – Businesses setting up new units or expanding existing units in NER can avail of significant incentives including capital investment support and interest subvention. (unnati.dpiit.gov.in)
🔒 Support Without Collateral Linkage – The scheme provides support via incentives and subventions rather than requiring collateral-backed loans.
💳 Flexible Usage & Sector Coverage – Covering both manufacturing and eligible service sectors, the scheme promotes a broad range of activities in Zone A and Zone B districts of NER. (Digital Sansad)
💰 Large Outlay for Growth – Total outlay of the scheme is ₹10,037 crore, of which about ₹9,737 crore is for investment incentives, and ₹300 crore is for institutional arrangements. (Digital Sansad)
Oxom Consultancy Hub – UNNATI Assistance Package
We help entrepreneurs and enterprises in the North-East region to smoothly navigate registration and claim under UNNATI 2024, through expert guidance, documentation support and liaison with the nodal agencies.
✅ Pre-Application Consultation – Assessment of your eligibility, investment plan and zone (Zone A or Zone B) classification.
✅ Document Preparation – Assistance in preparing project reports, financial model, bank appraisal, land/lease documents, and uploading to the portal.
✅ Registration & Filing – Complete filing of your registration application under UNNATI via the online portal.
✅ Pre-Sanction & Approval Support – Guidance through the in-principle registration, and follow-up until approval.
✅ Incentive Claim Process – After commencement of operations, we help you claim your eligible incentives (CII, CIS, MSLI) and follow up for disbursement.
Documents Required for UNNATI Application
To apply under UNNATI 2024, applicants must provide the following:
- Project Report / Feasibility Report for the proposed unit or expansion.
- Incorporation Certificate / Registration of the unit (Company, LLP, Partnership or Proprietary).
- PAN of the applicant entity.
- GST IN certificate (for manufacturing/service unit) if applicable. (MyGov Blogs)
- Land/Lease deed or rent deed for site.
- Appraisal report or term-loan sanction letter from bank/financial institution (for CIS component). (MyGov Blogs)
- Bank Account details for receiving incentives (DBT route).
- For service sector: Cost of construction of building & other durable physical assets. (Digital Sansad)
- For manufacturing sector: Cost of plant & machinery (excluding land, consumables) etc. (MyGov Blogs)
📌 Note: Incomplete or unsatisfactory documentation may delay registration or incentives under the scheme.
Filing Process with Oxom Consultancy Hub
Step 1 – Collect Documents:
Gather and share all required documents via email or WhatsApp for verification by our team.
Step 2 – Documentation Preparation:
We will assist in preparing your project report, financials, incorporation documents and other required formats for registration.
Step 3 – Registration Filing:
We file your registration application through the designated portal under UNNATI 2024. (MyGov Blogs)
Step 4 – Commencement of Operations:
Upon approval, you must commence commercial production/operation within 4 years of registration.
Step 5 – Incentive Claim & Disbursement:
Once your unit begins production/operations, we assist with claiming Capital Investment Incentive (CII), Capital Interest Subvention (CIS), and Manufacturing & Services Linked Incentive (MSLI) under the scheme. (India.gov.in)
Types of Incentives under UNNATI 2024
UNNATI offers three major incentive components (for new units or substantial expansion of existing units) under Part A of the scheme: (Digital Sansad)
- Capital Investment Incentive (CII): For investment in plant & machinery (for manufacturing) or in building/durable assets for services. (MyGov Blogs)
- Capital Interest Subvention (CIS): Interest subsidy for loans up to a certain amount (₹250 crore) to eligible units. (MyGov Blogs)
- Manufacturing & Services Linked Incentive (MSLI): Incentive tied to net GST paid (GST paid minus input tax credit) for eligible new units. (megindustry.gov.in)
Eligibility Criteria
- The scheme is for units in manufacturing or services in the North-East Region. (India.gov.in)
- Minimum investment thresholds: Manufacturing sector: ₹1 crore in plant & machinery; Services sector: ₹50 lakh in building/durable physical assets.
- For micro units: Minimum investment ₹50 lakh for both manufacturing and services in NER.
- Units must commence commercial production/operation within 4 years from registration.
- Units located in Zone A (industrial advanced districts) or Zone B (industrial backward districts) as per the SDG index.
- Application/registration window: from 9 March 2024 and open until 31 March 2026 or until scheme outlay threshold is reached. (MyGov Blogs)
Interest Rate / Financial Terms
While UNNATI is an incentives/subvention scheme rather than a loan product, the details for interest-subvention (CIS) include:
- Interest subvention is available on loans up to ₹250 crore principal amount for eligible investment in plant/machinery (manufacturing) or building/durable assets (services). (MyGov Blogs)
- For Zone A districts: interest subvention at 3% per annum for up to 7 years. (MyGov Blogs)
- For Zone B districts: interest subvention at 5% per annum for up to 7 years. (MyGov Blogs)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can I apply online for UNNATI 2024?
Yes — registration applications for units under UNNATI 2024 are submitted through the dedicated online portal. (unnati.org.in)
Q2. What is the purpose of UNNATI?
UNNATI is intended to support investment, industrialisation, job creation and building ecosystem infrastructure in the North-Eastern Region of India. (Digital Sansad)
Q3. What is the registration period for UNNATI?
Registration for new units or expansions under UNNATI began 9 March 2024 and remains open until 31 March 2026, subject to availability of scheme funds. (MyGov Blogs)
Q4. Is there a limit to how many units can benefit under UNNATI?
Yes. Once the projected financial liability of approved incentives reaches 115% of the total scheme outlay, no new registration will be entertained. (industries.tripura.gov.in)
Q5. What happens if my unit stops operating or shifts location?
If an approved unit permanently ceases operations or relocates or disposes of substantial fixed capital within five years of commencement, it may have to refund the incentives availed with interest (15% per annum) and may become ineligible for further benefits. (MyGov Blogs)
Q6. Who is the nodal agency for UNNATI?
The nodal agency for disbursal of incentives under UNNATI is North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Ltd. (NEDFi). (megindustry.gov.in)
Why Choose Oxom Consultancy Hub for UNNATI Assistance?
🚀 End-to-end Guidance: From eligibility check to commissioning assistance under UNNATI.
📄 Error-Free Documentation: Ensuring full compliance with scheme guidelines for CII, CIS & MSLI.
💬 Dedicated Support: We provide constant updates, follow-ups, and liaison with the nodal agency.
🏦 Bank/Nodal Liaison Services: We coordinate with financial institutions and NEDFi to expedite processing and claims.
💡 Transparent Charges: No hidden costs—from registration to claim support.
Take the first step towards industrial growth in India’s North-East — apply under UNNATI 2024 with Oxom Consultation Hub today!
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