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PROGRAMS
ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES [EDPs] :
Entrepreneurship Development Programmes are being organized by the Institute as a regular training activities to cultivate the latent qualities of educated unemployed youth (both men and women) by enlightening them on various aspects that are necessary to be considered while setting up small scale industries and other service or business enterprises. Over the years, these programmes have created confidence in youth, which has led to self-employment and creation of further wage-employment.
These courses generally have duration of 4 to 6 weeks. The process and product oriented courses such as food products, leather products, herbal cosmetic, screen printing, beauty-therapy etc., have found to be useful by the entrepreneurs. Applications for admission into these training programmes are invited through Press Advertisements from time to time.
MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES [MDPs] :
With a view to enhance managerial competence of the Managers and Supervisors working in small scale industries as well as educated unemployed youth aspiring to become managers of small scale business enterprises, the Institute is conducting part time MDPs in various fields such as Marketing Management, Production Management, Export Management, Sales Tax and Business Law, Office Automation etc. These courses generally have a duration of one week.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING (I.T. TRAINING) :
The Institute has set up a well equipped and fully air-conditioned computer room. The courses such as computer assembly and maintenance, web page designing, MS office & Internet, E-business, etc. are being regularly organized and have become very popular among educated youth.
SUB-CONTRACTING EXCHANGE (SCX) :
With a view to augment the marketing avenues for small scale industries, the Institute has set up a fully computerized Sub-Contracting Exchange. The Exchange is a store-house of data with regard to the capacities of the small scale units in terms of products manufactured and/or services rendered on the one hand, while maintaining data with regard to the requirements of the large & medium sector buyers, which could be products, components, sub-assemblies, services on the other hand. The Exchange also stores data about the specifications and quantities of the various facilities available with the sellers as well as those required by the buyers and the above cases. The main objective of storing such a data is to arrange match-making through an appropriate software between buyers and sellers that may result in increased business opportunity.
VENDOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME [VDP] :
The Institute is also conducting Vendor Development Programmes-cum-Exhibition in association with the large public/private sector industries and Govt. Organisations in different parts of the State. These programmes provide a common platform for interaction between buyers and sellers, which in turn help identification of new marketing avenues for SSIs and facilitate the buyers in their search for proper vendors.
CENTRAL GOVT. STORES PURCHASE PROGRAMME (CGSP) :
The Central Govt. Stores Purchase Programme which has been in operation since 1956, was modified in 1976 and came to be known as “Single Point Registration Scheme” of NSIC with a view to do away with multiplicity of registration with the individual purchase Organisation like DGS&D, Railways, Defence etc. The scheme aims at assisting the small scale industries in obtaining a fair share of the total purchase made by the government and its Departments including the public sector undertakings and State Govts. The main objective of this programme is that SSI unit will, in the process, be oriented to produce goods in conformity with the standard laid down by the buying agencies.
The unit registered with NSIC for participation in Govt. Purchase Programme derive the benefits like free supply of tender forms, exemption from payment of earnest money, security deposit etc.
TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE CENTRE [TRC] :
Technology needs to be continually upgraded so that SSI units remain competitive in the era of globalization. But, where to go for the right and authentic information on available technologies? The solution has now been provided by the Min. of MSME-DI, Govt. of India through Technology Resource Centres set up in MSME-DI all over India. TRC at MSME-DI, Ahmedabad is supported by small enterprises network in order to facilitate quick retrieval and exchange of information through internet.
QUALITY UPGRADATION SCHEME (QUS) :
In order to encourage technology upgradation and quality improvement in SSI sector and help them prepare to face global competition, the O/o Development Commissioner (MSME), Nirman Bhawan, New Delhi has introduced the following incentive schemes :
a. INCENTIVE FOR ACQUIRING ISO-9000 / ISO-14001 CERTIFICATION :
The scheme provides for reimbursement of 75% of the amount spent for acquiring ISO-9000 / ISO-14001 certification (or its equivalent) up to a maximum of Rs. 75,000/- to each small scale unit as one time assistance. The amount of subsidy / financial support if already received from the State Govt. / financial Institutions shall be adjusted against the entitlement of reimbursement under this scheme. The scheme has been in operation since March, 1994 and has been extended upto 31st March, 2007. For further details, please send your enquiries to this Institute or log to www.smallindustryindia.com.
b. SCHEME FOR SETTING UP OF TESTING CENTRE :
The objective of the scheme is to promote setting up of Testing Centres to offer facilities mainly to industrial units including SSI units for testing the quality of raw materials, components and the end products as per the relevant standard specifications. The scheme provides for financial assistance equal to 50% of the cost of testing equipment and machinery subject to a maximum of Rs. 50 lacs as one time grant in aid. The scheme covers the testing laboratories established by the Industry Associations including Chamber of Commerce, Industrial Co-operative registered under the Society Registration Act or any Statutory Act. It also covers expansion / modernization of the existing testing centers under the aegis of State Govt., State Govt. funded Autonomous body or by Industry Associations. Full details of the Scheme may either be had from this Institute or from the website www.smallindustryindia.com.
c. In addition to above schemes, the Institute also organizes Awareness Programme and Motivational Campaigns on quality improvement for the benefit of small scale industries from time to time.
EXPORT PROMOTION PROGRAMME (E.P.P.) :
The capability of Indian SSI products to compete in the International market is reflected in its share of about 35% in national export. The Govt. of India has, therefore, accorded high priority for promotion of export from SSI Sector. With a view to rendering assistance to small scale units in the field of exploring market potential, export promotion and exhibitional publicity, the following schemes are being implemented :
ii. TRAINING PROGRAMME ON PACKAGING FOR EXPORT :
Packaging plays a very important part in the present day marketing, specially in export marketing. The professional guidance in the field of packaging is expected to go a long way in improving the overall marketing of small industry products both in national and overseas market.
The Institute, therefore, organizes training programmes on packaging for export to acquaint SSI units of the latest packaging technique/standards. These programmes are organized in association with the Indian Institute of Packaging, which provides the necessary expertise in the matter.
MICRO & SMALL ENTERPRISES CLUSTER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME [MSECDP]:
O/o Development Commissioner (MSME), New Delhi has launched Small Industries Cluster Development Programme with a holistic approach. The objectives of the cluster development initiative are to improve competitiveness of the cluster through technology upgradation, facilitate development of new products, improved production process, improved quality of products, built on common brand, establish marketing linkage in domestic and international markets, formation of consortia, creation of common facility centers, enhance income of entrepreneurs and ultimately overall growth of the cluster.
Financial support for following purposes is available under the Programme :
Conducting diagnostic study of the cluster
Carrying out industries related R&D, if needed
Setting up new technology demonstration plant
Setting up of common facilities center, if required
Training of users
Seminars, Workshops, Study visits for quick dissemination of technology among the industries of the cluster.
PARTICIPATION OF O/O. THE DC (MSME) IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIRS/ EXHIBITIONS
The office of the Development Commissioner (MSME) is participating in various International Trade Fairs/Exhibitions.
With a view to increase participation of representatives of participating Micro & Small manufacturing enterprises registered with DI/DIC, the provision of SSI-MDA Scheme are as under:
- (i) the Govt. of India will reimburse the 75% of air fare by economy class (100% to SC/ST/Women Entrepreneurs & entrepreneurs from NE Region).
(ii) 50% subsidy on space rent (100% to SC/ST/Women Entrepreneurs & entrepreneurs
from NE Region).
(iii) The total subsidy on air fare and space rent will be restricted to Rs. 1.25 lakhs per unit.
(iv) Any unit can avail of this facility only once a year
(v) Only one person of the participating unit would be eligible for subsidy on airfare.
(vi) The offer is available on first come first served basis.
2. As per present SSI-MDA guidelines, the Micro & Small entrepreneurs of general category will now be required to pay 50 percent of rental charges for their booked space (if any, charged by fair organizer) and will also carry/manage their exhibits (to and fro) including customs clearance etc. However, women entrepreneurs & SC/ST entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs of NE Region need not to pay space rental charges at the time of booking of space (Minimum 06 sq. mtr.)
3. Small & Micro units registered with DI/DIC engaged in manufacturing are required to pay the amount of 50% towards space hiring charges by Demand Draft in favour of PAO (MSME), New Delhi, to the Director, MSME-DI, Harsiddh Chambers, 4th Floor, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad.
4. The representatives of the selected units will be reimbursed of the airfare as applicable after participation in Fair/Exhibition on the basis of submission of claim.
5. Participating Micro & SSI
enterprises may please be indicated whether they belongs to SC/ST/Women or minority entrepreneur.
National Awards -2008
The Govt. of India has been implementing a scheme to give away three National Awards to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises for (1) Outstanding efforts in Entrepreneurship (2) Quality Products & (3) Research & Development Efforts. The details of these Awards alongwith its eligibility are given below:
1.(I) National Award for outstanding Entrepreneurship in Micro & Small Enterprises engaged
in manufacturing:
1) First National Award: Rs. 1,00,000/- cash prize, a Trophy and a Certificate
2) Second National Award: Rs. 75,000/- cash prize, a Trophy and a Certificate
3) Third National Award: Rs. 50,000/- cash prize, a Trophy and a Certificate
4) Special National Award to outstanding Women Entrepreneur : Rs. 1,00,000/- cash prize,
a Trophy and a Certificate
5) Special National Award to outstanding SC/ST Entrepreneur : Rs. 1,00,000/- cash prize, a
Trophy and a Certificate.
6) Special National Award to outstanding Entrepreneur from NER including Sikkim :
Rs. 1,00,000/- cash prize, a trophy and a Certificate.
(II) National Award for outstanding Entrepreneurship in Micro & Small Enterprises rendering services.
- First National Award: Rs. 1,00,000/- cash prize, a Trophy and a Certificate
- Second National Award: Rs. 75,000/- cash prize, a Trophy and a Certificate
(III) National Award for outstanding Entrepreneurship in Medium Enterprises engaged in manufacturing.
1. First National Award: Rs. 1,00,000/- cash prize, a Trophy and a Certificate
2. Second National Award: Rs. 75,000/- cash prize, a Trophy and a Certificate
(IV) A Special Recognition Award to those MSMEs scoring marks above 80 percent and (50 percent in case of North Eastern Regions including Sikkim) will be given with a Cash Prize of Rs. 20,000/- each, a Certificate and a Trophy at the State Level Function to be organized by Director, MSME-DI.
Eligibility :
The Awards will be given for every calendar year to deserving entrepreneurs managing Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises having permanent registration/have filed Entrepreneurs Memorandum with the authorities notified by respective State Governments/UT Administration in accordance with the provisions contained in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act 2006, which has since come into force from 2 October, 2006. The MSMEs should have been in continuous production during last four years.
2) National Awards for Quality Products in Micro & Small Enterprises (MSEs):
A scheme is being implemented for giving National Awards to the MSEs engaged in the production of quality products in certain selected product groups (selected every year on rotation) to bring in quality-consciousness and recognize this merit amongst MSEs. Under the scheme, there is a provision to honour entrepreneurs manufacturing products in each of the
selected Product Group by giving National Award comprising of cash prize of Rs 1,00,000/-, a trophy and a certificate. Also A Special Recognition Award to those MSEs scoring marks above 80 percent and (50% in case of N.E. Region including Sikkim) will be given with a Cash prize of Rs. 20,000/- each, a Trophy and a Certificate at the State Level Function to be organized by Director, MSME-DI.
List of 10 Product Groups selected for National Award 2008 for Quality Products in MSEs
- Non-Leather Footwear (All types)
- Paints & Varnishes
- Plastic Extruded Products
- Ceramic Table ware
- Dairy Products
- Auto Parts - Metallic (Non-electrical)
- Fasteners (Nut, Bolt & Screws)
- Electric Wires & Cables
9.
Electronic Display Panels
10. Woolen Blankets and Shawls &
Stoles
Eligibility
The Awards will be given for every calendar year to deserving entrepreneurs managing Micro and Small Enterprises having permanent registration/have filed Entrepreneurs Memorandum with the authorities notified by respective State Governments/UT Administration in accordance with the provisions contained in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act 2006. The MSEs should have been in continuous production atleast during last four years. There will be no bar for an Awardee to be nominated or considered for Award for the same product/different product in the selected product group in subsequent year(s) even if he/she has earlier received an Award.
3) National Award for Research & Development Efforts in Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
A scheme is being implemented for giving away National Awards to MSMEs to encourage and honour in-house Research & Development Efforts with the objective to promote the spirit of innovative vision and ambition for producing new products of greater utility adopting better techniques of quality production for higher societal relevance, through in house R&D effort.
The Awards will be of two categories, details of which are as under:
1. National
Award for Research & Development Efforts
in Micro & Small Enterprises:
(1) First National Award Rs. 1,00,000/- Cash Prize, a Certificate and a Trophy
(2) Second National Award Rs. 75,000/- Cash Prize, a Certificate and a Trophy
2. National Award for Research & Development Efforts in Medium Enterprises:
(1) First National Award Rs. 1,00,000/- Cash Prize, a Certificate and a Trophy
(2) Second National Award Rs. 75,000/- Cash Prize, a Certificate and a Trophy
3. A Special Recognition Award to those MSMEs scoring marks above 80 percent and (50% in case of North Eastern Region including Sikkim) will be given a Cash prize of Rs. 20,000/- each, a Certificate and a Trophy at the State Level Function to be organized by Director MSME-DI.
Eligibility:
The Awards will be given for every calendar year to deserving entrepreneurs managing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises having permanent registration/have filed Entrepreneurs Memorandum with the authorities notified by respective State Governments/UT Administration in accordance with the provisions contained in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act 2006. The MSMEs should have been in continuous production/servicing/R&D activities atleast during last four years. There will be no bar for an Awardee to be nominated or considered for higher Award in subsequent year(s).
Units interested in participating for these Awards are requested to contact the Director, Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises-Development Institute (MSME-DI) (Formerly known as Small Industries Service Institute), Harsiddh Chambers, 4th Floor, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad 380 014 (Phone : 079-27543147 & 27544248, Fax No. 079-27540619) for getting the application forms and other details. Duly completed application form in duplicate alongwith enclosures should reach Director, MSME-DI,
Ahmedabad 30th April, 2009.
N.B: Original or Downloaded Application Form should only be used (Website: www.dcmsme.gov.in)
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