Campus Industrial Parks (CIPs) Scheme
The Campus Industrial Parks (CIPs) Scheme is an industrial infrastructure development initiative implemented by the Directorate of Industries and Commerce, Government of Kerala. The scheme was introduced to promote the development of large, planned industrial campuses with common facilities by private developers, institutions, or consortia. It is an ongoing scheme aimed at providing plug-and-play industrial spaces for MSMEs and large units, reducing land constraints, and accelerating industrial investment and employment generation in Kerala.
Key Features
- Development of Large, Planned Industrial Campuses: The scheme promotes establishment of industrial parks with a campus-style layout, hosting multiple industrial units within a single planned area.
- Government Support for Common Infrastructure: Support is provided for developing shared infrastructure like roads, drainage, power, water supply, and utilities, reducing costs for individual units.
- Plug-and-Play Facilities for MSMEs: MSMEs can set up units quickly within ready industrial campuses without spending time on basic infrastructure development.
- Cluster-Based and Sector-Neutral Approach: Campus Industrial Parks can host units from one sector or multiple sectors, based on the approved project plan.
- Faster Industrial Project Implementation: Centralised infrastructure and approvals help industries start operations faster and improve ease of doing business.
Financial Assistance
Eligibility Criteria
Who can apply:
- Private developers, companies, LLPs, or institutions
- Entities proposing Campus Industrial Parks in Kerala
- Parks meeting minimum land area and infrastructure norms
- Projects approved by competent authority
Who cannot apply:
- Individual MSME units as developers
- Unauthorised or unplanned industrial layouts
- Projects outside Kerala
Documents Required
- Land ownership or lease documents
- Approved campus layout and master plan
- Detailed project report (DPR)
- Cost estimates for common infrastructure
- Statutory clearances (local body, environment, utilities)
- Applicant identity and constitution documents
- Undertaking on industrial land use
Application process for the scheme
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Option 2: Apply Through Kerala Industries Department
- Prepare a detailed proposal for the Campus Industrial Park, including layout and infrastructure plan
- Submit the proposal to the District Industries Centre (DIC) / Industries Department
- Technical and financial appraisal by departmental authorities
- Site inspection and compliance verification
- Approval and issuance of sanction order
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Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the Campus Industrial Parks Scheme?
The scheme aims to promote planned, cluster-based industrial development by enabling multiple industrial units to operate within a shared campus infrastructure.
Is the CIPs Scheme meant for individual MSMEs?
No. The scheme supports developers or associations creating campus industrial parks. MSMEs benefit by setting up units within these campuses.
What types of industries can operate in a CIP?
Manufacturing and other eligible industrial activities are permitted, subject to zoning, environmental, and statutory norms.
Does the scheme support factory construction?
The scheme primarily supports common infrastructure. Individual factory buildings are generally not subsidized.
Is the scheme currently active?
Yes. The Campus Industrial Parks Scheme is an active policy initiative of the Government of Kerala.
Can multiple promoters jointly apply?
Yes. Consortiums or SPVs can apply, provided roles, land ownership, and responsibilities are clearly defined.