Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (ATUFS)
Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (ATUFS)
The Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (ATUFS), launched by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, is a flagship initiative under the “Make in India” mission. The scheme incentivizes investment in modern, benchmarked textile machinery to make India’s textile and garment sector globally competitive, employment-generating, and export-ready.
At DharmaSetu Goldschmidt Advisory, we empower textile manufacturers and garment exporters to access capital subsidies through seamless compliance, DPR preparation, and end-to-end handholding.
Scheme Objectives
- Facilitate technology upgradation across India’s textile value chain
- Enhance productivity, quality, and export competitiveness
- Promote the setup of greenfield and brownfield units in priority textile sectors
- Generate employment through modernized, high-efficiency operations
Eligible Beneficiaries
Entities engaged in:
- Weaving, Knitting, Processing, and Technical Textiles
- Garment Manufacturing and Made-Ups
- Textile Parks, Common Infrastructure, and Integrated Processing Units
- Export-oriented MSMEs and Textile Clusters adopting benchmarked machinery
Eligible Activities
- Procurement of benchmark machinery for modernization
- Installation of energy-efficient and automation-enabled equipment
- Infrastructure upgrades for pollution control, quality testing, and digital process integration
- Expansion into value-added technical textiles or sustainable processing lines
Eligible Cost Components
- Capital investment in specified machinery across textile value chain segments
- Civil infrastructure cost (in limited, defined scenarios)
- Projects backed by term loan financing from nationalized or eligible banks
Subsidy Benefits
- Credit-Linked Capital Investment Subsidy (CL-CIS):
• 10% to 15% of eligible investment
• Sector-specific ceilings apply as per machinery type - Reimbursement post machinery commissioning and verification
- Applicable to both standalone and composite units
Our ATUFS Advisory Services Include:
- Eligibility verification based on unit activity and machinery
- End-to-end DPR and CL-CIS application filing
- Bank coordination for term loan linkage and subsidy claim documentation
- Assistance with Ministry portal registration and tracking
- On-site inspection preparation and compliance reporting
- Advisory with Textile Commissioner’s Office and State Nodal Agencies
Why Work with DharmaSetu Goldschmidt Advisory?
- Deep sector knowledge of India’s textile machinery modernization frameworks
- Close relationships with banks, SIDBI, and textile industry boards
- Proven track record in export-driven manufacturing setups
- Expertise across knitwear, cotton, synthetic, and technical textile segments
- End-to-end transparency, precision, and timely execution
Frequently Asked Questions
We offer end-to-end support — from eligibility checks and project documentation to application filing and departmental coordination — ensuring maximum benefits with minimal hassle.
We provide consultancy for a wide range of government subsidies — including those for agriculture, manufacturing, MSMEs, technology upgrades, clean energy, exports, and infrastructure development.
Yes, we serve clients nationwide. We’ve successfully helped over 750+ enterprises across sectors and geographies secure government incentives and capital-linked support.
Timelines vary based on the type of subsidy and department workload. However, our team actively tracks and manages your application to ensure accelerated clearance and faster disbursal.
Requirements vary by scheme, but usually include:
- Business registration documents
- Financial statements and projections
- Project reports / DPRs
- Environmental or utility clearances (if applicable)
We provide you with a customized checklist and assist at every stage.