ADEETIE (Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries and Establishments) Scheme

Are you worried about your industry’s high electricity costs? The ADEETIE Scheme is designed to help MSMEs like yours adopt modern, energy-efficient technologies. This scheme offers not just financial support, but also expert technical guidance to bring smart energy solutions within easy reach. By saving energy, you save money, while also helping India become greener. ADEETIE supports your business growth with low-cost loans, expert audits, and step-by-step guidance through the process.

What is the ADEETIE Scheme?

The ADEETIE Scheme (Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries and Establishments) is a Central Sector Scheme launched by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under the Ministry of Power on 1st April 2025. It covers MSMEs in selected key sectors to encourage the adoption of energy-efficient technologies, offering both financial support and technical handholding.

Objectives of the ADEETIE Scheme

• To help you deploy energy-saving technologies within your MSME unit.
• To reduce your operational costs and carbon footprint.
• To facilitate access to easy credit through interest subvention.
• To support you with technical expertise and investment-grade energy audits.
• To enable long-term, sustainable energy savings in your industry.

Key Features of the ADEETIE Scheme

• You can avail loans from ₹10 lakh to ₹15 crore for your energy-efficient technology projects.
• Debt funding is available up to 75% of the total project cost.
• Interest subvention is offered at 5% per annum for micro and small enterprises, and 3% for medium enterprises.
• The maturity period for interest subvention is 3 years from the date of loan disbursement, irrespective of the loan tenure.
• Technical support is available for preparing Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) through certified energy auditors.
• The scheme reimburses up to ₹1 lakh per approved IGEA-based DPR.
• Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) will be conducted to ensure sustained energy savings.
• The implementation period is from 2025-26 to 2027-28, with committed liabilities up to 2030-31.

Financial Assistance Offered Under the ADEETIE Scheme

Eligibility Criteria for ADEETIE Scheme

Eligibility

You are eligible if:

• Your business is registered as an MSME on the Udyam portal.
• You operate in one of the identified 60 clusters within eligible sectors (e.g. Brass, Bricks, Ceramics, Chemicals, Food Processing, Forging, Foundry, Leather, Steel Re-rolling, Textiles, etc.).
• Your project involves new deployment of approved energy-efficient technology.
• You seek a loan amount between ₹10 lakh and ₹15 crore.
• Your project can achieve and sustain at least 10% reduction in energy consumption.
• You are seeking fresh loans from scheduled commercial banks, financial institutions, or NBFCs for this project.

Non-eligibility

You are not eligible if:

• Your project is already implemented or is already claimed under any other government scheme.
• You are seeking refinancing of an old project.
• Your loan account has been declared as a Non-Performing Asset (NPA).
• Your business is outside the specified clusters or sectors.
• You are unable to demonstrate at least 10% energy savings for your project.

Documents Required for ADEETIE Scheme

• MSME registration/Udyam certificate
• KYC documents of the enterprise and promoters
• Latest audited financial statements
• Project proposal with Investment Grade Energy Audit (IGEA) report
• Detailed Project Report (DPR) prepared by a certified energy auditor
• Documentary proof of cluster and sector eligibility
• Bank statements and repayment track records
• Loan application and sanction letter (once approved)
• Other documents as specified by the lending institution

How to Apply for the ADEETIE Scheme

Step 1: Register your MSME on the dedicated ADEETIE Scheme Portal.

Step 2: Submit your Expression of Interest (EoI) for taking up an energy efficiency project.

Step 3: Wait for audit and recommendation by the Technical Committee.

Step 4: After approval, get an Investment Grade Energy Audit (IGEA) conducted by certified professionals.

Step 5: Submit the Investment Grade Energy Audit (IGEA) based Detailed Project Report (DPR) for evaluation.

Step 6: Once the DPR is approved, apply for loan at any empanelled bank/financial institution through the portal.

Step 7: Once the loan is sanctioned, implement the energy-efficient technology in your unit.

Step 8: Submit project completion certificate and start the MRV (Monitoring & Verification) process.

Step 9: The bank raises the interest subvention claim via the scheme portal, which gets credited to your loan account if savings are verified.

Step 10: Continue to comply with annual assessments for the duration of the subvention.

Benefits of ADEETIE Scheme

• Lower Financial Burden
  You get loans with reduced interest rates, making it easier to invest in modern technology.
• Professional Guidance
  Technical experts guide you with accurate audits and project reports, ensuring your investment really saves energy.
• Sustained Energy Savings
  Your business enjoys lower electricity bills for years, directly improving profits.
• Simple Online Process
  From registration to monitoring, every process is digital and transparent for your convenience.
• Encourages Green Practices
  By joining, you contribute to India’s clean energy goals, increasing your market credibility.

Real-World Examples of ADEETIE Scheme

• Upgradation of ceramic kilns with energy-efficient models
• Modernisation of textile dyeing process for lower power usage
• Retrofitting foundry units with advanced furnace systems
• Installation of efficient chillers in food processing units

Related Government Support Plans with ADEETIE Scheme

Final Words

If you want to make your MSME competitive and future-ready, ADEETIE is your partner in both savings and sustainability. Take the first step towards cleaner growth today, your business and the environment will thank you.