Digital MSME Scheme

The Digital MSME Scheme is run by the Office of the Development Commissioner and was re‐notified in the revised guidelines document for 2019-20. It is available on a pan-India basis for registered MSMEs. The purpose of the scheme is to empower micro, small and medium enterprises by facilitating adoption of Information & Communication Technology tools and applications in their production, business and operational processes thereby enhancing competitiveness in domestic and international markets. The benefit to you as an MSME is that you can receive financial support or subsidy for digital technology adoption, which can reduce costs, improve productivity and open up new market opportunities.

Key Features
Financial Assistance
Eligibility Criteria
Documents Required
Application Process for the Scheme

Key Features

Digital empowerment through ICT adoption: The scheme supports MSMEs to adopt ICT tools and applications across production & business processes.
Subsidy on use of cloud-based software and other digital tools: The scheme offers subsidies for software solutions, cloud services, such as ERP, CRM, digital platforms.
Support for digital readiness and transformation: The scheme aims for large-scale digital adoption among MSMEs to enable better competitiveness and productivity.
Capacity building, training & awareness efforts: While the main focus is technology adoption, the scheme emphasises awareness creation and training for MSMEs to go digital.

Financial Assistance

Component	Assistance Provided	Detailed Explanation & Example
Subsidy for ICT tools/cloud-software	Subsidy amount as per scheme guidelines	Example: If you adopt a cloud-based ERP or software for ₹ 2 lakh cost, you may get subsidy (say 50% or as specified) under the scheme.
Training / awareness support	May include support, though not large grant amounts	Example: You participate in a training programme on digital marketing organised under this scheme cost partly supported.
Digital transformation investment	MSMEs encouraged to invest in digital technology such as IoT, automation	Example: You invest in sensors for production line costing ₹ 5 lakh; subsector or unit may apply for support under scheme.

Eligibility Criteria

Who Can Apply:

All registered Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises under Udyam/Udyog Aadhaar.
Enterprises engaged in manufacturing or service sectors using ICT for business improvement.
MSME clusters, industrial associations, or SPVs nominated by the state or central MSME offices.

Who Cannot Apply:

Unregistered businesses or enterprises not classified as MSMEs.
Units already availing identical benefits under another digital adoption programme.
Traders not engaged in manufacturing or service-related activities.

Documents Required

Udyam Registration Certificate
PAN Card & GST registration
Business bank account details
Proof of business operation
Purchase invoice for ICT/cloud tools
Cluster or association registration
Self-declaration form on MSME status and utilization of subsidy

Application Process for the Scheme

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Option 2: Apply via Official MSME Portal

Visit the official MSME website → Navigate to “Digital MSME Scheme.”
Register or log in using Udyam credentials.
Select the desired digital service provider or cluster.
Upload your application form with project and financial details.
Submit documents and await verification by the Implementing Agency .

Option 3: Through Nodal Implementing Agency / Cluster

Approach your regional MSME Development Institute or District Industries Centre.
Attend an awareness workshop or digital training under the scheme.
Apply through your cluster association or SPV under the approved Digital MSME pilot.
Subsidy claims are processed collectively by the nodal agency.