The government of Assam has officially rolled out a dedicated digital portal for the Assam State Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme, operating under the broader UNNATI 2026 framework. This initiative is designed to deliver financial assistance to eligible manufacturing enterprises across the entire state, fostering a robust industrial ecosystem.
Official Launch at Janata Bhawan
Bimal Borah, the Minister for Industries, Commerce and Public Enterprises, formally inaugurated the application platform during an event held at Janata Bhawan in Dispur, Guwahati. Announcing the rollout on X, Borah characterized the development as a crucial milestone toward unlocking fresh pathways for industrial expansion throughout the region.
Fund Allocation and Structure
State authorities have earmarked a dedicated financial pool of 500 crore over a five-year timespan to back qualifying manufacturing operations. Guided by the vision of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma to cultivate a self-reliant regional economy, the monetary support targets capital deployed specifically toward acquiring plants and machinery.
Zone-Based Subsidy Framework
The exact percentage and cap of the financial support fluctuate based on where the industrial unit is geographically classified. Enterprises operating within Zone A, which encompasses industrially advanced districts, qualify for a subsidy amounting to 30 percent of their eligible investment, capped at a maximum limit of 5 crore.
Conversely, manufacturing entities situated in Zone B, covering industrially lagging districts and blocks, are eligible for an elevated subsidy rate of 50 percent on qualifying plant and machinery investments. For these backward regions, the ceiling for financial backing is established at 7.50 crore.
Eligibility and Historical Context
Both brand-new industrial setups and existing manufacturing units undertaking expansion projects are permitted to submit applications for these benefits. Once approved, the awarded subsidy amount will be disbursed systematically across five equal annual instalments.
This independently funded state program emerged in response to the exhaustion of Assam's 2,400 crore allocation under the central government's UNNATI 2024 program, which had previously forced a suspension of further registrations. By launching this dedicated state-backed substitute, authorities aim to maintain uninterrupted momentum for local industrial growth.
