Micro and Small Enterprises Cluster Development Programme (MSE-CDP)

Purpose:

Micro and Small Enterprises Cluster Development Programme (MSE-CDP) is a cluster and infrastructure support initiative designed for eligible beneficiaries and enterprises. Soft interventions, Common Facility Centres and industrial infrastructure development to improve productivity, testing, technology and market access.

Primary Benefit

Soft interventions, Common Facility Centres and industrial infrastructure development to improve productivity, testing, technology and market access.

Key documents:

• Completed application form or online application details
• Identity and address proof / KYC documents
• Relevant registration and beneficiary eligibility proof
• Any additional documents prescribed by the implementing agency or portal

How to apply:

https://cluster.dcmsme.gov.in/

FAQ

Q1. What is the objective of MSE-CDP?

It supports the sustainability and growth of MSE clusters by addressing common constraints in technology, skills, quality, market access and infrastructure.

Q2. Who can apply?

Groups of MSEs in an identifiable cluster and State Government or State Government agencies may apply, subject to the applicable component and guidelines.

Q3. What facilities may be supported?

Common Facility Centres may include testing, training, raw-material depots, effluent treatment and complementary production facilities. Infrastructure Development may cover new or existing industrial areas or clusters.

Q4. How is an application submitted?

Register and submit the application through https://cluster.dcmsme.gov.in/. The State Government forwards the finalised proposal to the concerned MSME Development and Facilitation Office for verification and recommendation.

Q5. Is beneficiary contribution required?

Yes. Government assistance is limited to the percentage and ceiling prescribed for the component, location and beneficiary category. The balance and other eligible costs must be arranged as specified in the guidelines.

Beneficiary:

• Associations, SPVs, State agencies and groups of MSEs in identifiable clusters, subject to diagnostic study, land, contribution and governance conditions.

Benefits:

• Soft interventions, Common Facility Centres and industrial infrastructure development to improve productivity, testing, technology and market access.