Reimbursement of Membership Fee in Government promoted E-Commerce Portals

This scheme provides financial assistance by reimbursing a part of the annual membership fee for MSMEs joining government-promoted e-commerce portals. The goal is to boost digital market access for businesses by reducing the cost burden of online marketplace participation.

Highlights

• SC/ST MSEs get reimbursement up to 80% or ₹25,000 per year
• Supports onboarding of MSEs on portals like GeM, Tribes India, e-khadi, Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED), MSME Mart, etc., for improved B2B marketing.
• Aims to improve visibility, market access, and sales for MSMEs digitally.

What is the Reimbursement of Membership Fee in Government promoted E-Commerce Portals?

• The scheme provides reimbursement of annual membership fee of various govt promoted e-commerce portals like GeM, Tribes India, e-khadi, MSME mart etc.
• The scheme enhances competitiveness of SC/ST MSEs 
• The scheme encourages businesses to adopt digital marketing & sales channels 
• The scheme boosts MSME participation in online business ecosystems & supply chains.

Objectives

• Promote MSMEs’ digital presence through reduced membership fee burden.
• Enable easier market access and networking for micro and small businesses.
• Integrate MSMEs with e-commerce platforms for better business opportunities.
• Increases MSME competitiveness in government and private sector supply chains.

Benefits of Reimbursement of Membership Fee

• Cost Saving
  Up to 80% subsidy on membership fee makes digital presence affordable.
• Increased Reach
  MSMEs get access to national and global buyers through e-commerce portals.
• Simplified Trade
  Helps MSMEs tap into digital tender and trade platforms with reduced entry barriers.
• Continuous Support
  Schemes under the MSME Ministry align to sustain MSME participation online.

Financial Assistance Under the Scheme

• SC/ST MSEs can receive financial help of 80% of the cost or up to ₹25,000 (excluding taxes) per year, whichever is less, for both new and renewal cases.

Eligibility for Reimbursement of Membership Fee

You are eligible if:

• You are a micro or small enterprise with valid Udyam registration.
• You belong to the ST/ST category.
• You want to avail new membership or renew membership

You are not eligible if:

• You do not have a valid MSME registration or are not part of government-promoted portals.
• You have not paid membership or subscription fees.

Documents Required for Reimbursement of Membership Fee

• Copy of MSME/Udyam registration.
• Caste certificate
• Cancelled cheque of enterprise from which membership fees was paid
• Membership fee receipt or payment proof from the e-commerce portal.

Application Process for Membership Fee Reimbursement

You can apply:

• Online by visiting the official website of the National SC ST Hub.

Examples of Where This Scheme Can Be Used

• A handicraft MSME in Rajasthan gets reimbursement for joining GeM, helping them supply traditional wooden toys directly to government departments
• An agro-based MSME in Punjab claims reimbursement for registering on e-NAM, enabling them to sell organic wheat to buyers across multiple states.
• A coir products MSME in Kerala is reimbursed for membership on TRIFED’s e-marketplace, expanding their reach to institutional buyers of eco-friendly mats.

Power Combos with Reimbursement of Membership Fee

• National SC ST Hub 
• Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme
• Bank Loan Processing Reimbursement Scheme
• Marketing Assistance Scheme