Green Investment and Financing for Transformation (GIFT) Scheme
Empowering MSMEs to Go Green — Financially and Sustainably
Green Investment and Financing for Transformation (GIFT) Scheme
The Green Investment and Financing for Transformation (GIFT) scheme, launched by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, offers structured financial support to MSMEs seeking to transition toward clean, sustainable, and pollution-controlled industrial operations. By incentivizing green technology adoption, the scheme aims to modernize manufacturing while protecting the environment.
At DharmaSetu Goldschmidt Advisory, we help MSMEs unlock the full potential of this scheme — from planning and documentation to securing interest subvention and regulatory compliance — without slowing down business operations.
Scheme Objectives
- Promote eco-conscious transformation in India’s MSME sector
- Support adoption of pollution-control and waste management technologies
- Enable long-term financial savings for sustainability-driven industries
- Align MSMEs with green financing goals and ESG expectations
Eligible Beneficiaries
- Registered MSMEs operating anywhere in India
- Proprietorships
- Partnership firms
- Private Limited Companies
- LLPs (Limited Liability Partnerships)
- Co-operative Manufacturing Units
Eligible Activities & Use Cases
The scheme supports investment in:
- Green Technology Adoption across manufacturing processes
- Pollution Control Equipment (dust collectors, emission filters, scrubbers)
- Industrial Waste Management infrastructure (compactors, segregation units)
- Water Treatment & Recycling Plants
- Energy-Efficient Plant Retrofitting or Green Building Enhancements
Applicable Benefits
- 2% Interest Subvention on Term Loans for 5 Years Available to all eligible MSMEs through empanelled lending institutions
- Lower Entry Barriers to Green Technology Adoption
- Simplified access to financial incentives for sustainability upgrades
- Alignment with ESG, CSR, and future carbon-credit frameworks
Our Advisory Support Includes
- Eligibility verification and ESG alignment assessment
- Detailed Project Report (DPR) & cost-benefit analysis
- Bankable proposal creation for financing institutions
- Application filing and real-time follow-ups
- Compliance documentation and post-sanction monitoring
- Support in integrating with other state-level green initiatives
Why Choose DharmaSetu Goldschmidt Advisory?
- Pioneers in Green MSME Consulting and Sustainable Industry Incentives
- Strong relationships with public sector banks and SIDBI officials
- Deep expertise in waste-to-value, ESG frameworks, and carbon mitigation strategies
- Transparent processes and outcome-driven engagements
- End-to-end guidance: from green audit to government benefit realization
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.