Design Scheme Under MSME Innovative Scheme 2026: Financial Support for MSME Product Design
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Quick answer
The Design Scheme under MSME Innovative Scheme provides financial assistance and expert design consultancy to registered micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) for new product development and enhancement of existing products. Eligible MSMEs can apply online through the official MSME Innovative portal using their Udyam Registration number. The scheme also includes awareness programmes to promote design innovation in businesses.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Financial assistance for MSME design projects |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Design Scheme by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises helps MSMEs access expert advice on product design and development. It supports MSMEs in creating new design strategies and improving existing products through consultancy and financial assistance. The scheme has two parts: Design Projects for direct design interventions and Design Awareness Programmes to educate MSMEs about the importance of design in business. Financial support is provided in stages for project costs, encouraging innovation and competitiveness in the MSME sector.
Benefits
- Government contributes 75% of project cost for micro enterprises and 60% for small and medium enterprises, up to a maximum limit.
- Financial assistance is provided in three stages: 40% at strategy and concept, 30% at detailed design, and 30% upon prototype completion and report submission.
- Support for student design projects with financial assistance covering 75% of project cost, up to a specified maximum.
- Expert design consultancy is provided to MSMEs for new product development and enhancement of existing products.
- Design Awareness Programmes such as seminars and workshops are conducted to sensitize MSMEs about the value of design.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a registered micro, small or medium enterprise (MSME).
- Must have a valid Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM) or Udyam Registration certificate.
Documents required
- Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum (UAM) or Udyam Registration certificate.
- Mobile number registered with UAM or Udyam Registration.
How to apply
- 1Visit the official MSME Innovative portal at innovative.msme.gov.in and click on the Design section.
- 2Click on 'Join Design Scheme' on the next page.
- 3Enter your Udyam Registration Number and the registered mobile number.
- 4Click on 'Validate' to complete the registration process.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the Design Scheme?+
The scheme aims to connect Indian manufacturing MSMEs with design experts to provide cost-effective solutions for new product development and improvement of existing products.
What are the main activities under the MSME Innovative Scheme?+
The scheme includes Design Projects for developing new design strategies and Design Awareness Programmes to educate MSMEs about the importance of design through seminars and workshops.
What financial assistance is provided under the scheme?+
Financial assistance is provided for Design Projects and Student Projects, covering a significant portion of the project cost as a grant.
Who is eligible to benefit from the scheme?+
Registered micro, small, or medium enterprises with valid UAM or Udyam Registration are eligible, preferably with at least one year of profitable operations.
How can proposals be submitted?+
Proposals must be submitted online through the MSME Innovative portal under the respective scheme component.
Who implements the scheme across the country?+
The scheme is implemented by various institutes including IISc Bengaluru, IITs, and NITs across India.
Who oversees the scheme?+
The Project Monitoring and Advisory Committee (PMAC) at the office of AS&DC (MSME) oversees planning, screening, and monitoring of the scheme.
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