Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme 2026: Up to ₹1,00,000 or 80% Testing Fee Reimbursement
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Quick answer
The Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme reimburses SC/ST-owned micro and small enterprises for testing fees paid to NABL or BIS accredited laboratories, up to 80% or ₹1,00,000 whichever is lower. Eligible enterprises can apply online through the official SCST Hub website by registering, logging in, and submitting required documents.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Up to ₹1,00,000 or 80% testing fee reimbursement |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme (TFRS) is a sub‑scheme under the National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub (NSSH) operated by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. It provides financial assistance to SC/ST‑owned MSEs by refunding a portion of the testing charges incurred at NABL or BIS accredited labs, government department/PSU labs, and for BIS licences or certifications. The aim is to reduce the cost of quality testing, improve product standards, and enhance market competitiveness for these enterprises.
Benefits
- Reimbursement of 80% or ₹1,00,000/- (excluding GST and other applicable taxes), whichever is lower, for testing fees paid to NABL or BIS accredited laboratories, labs of government departments/PSUs, and for BIS licenses/certifications.
- Covers testing of raw materials, semi‑finished products, and finished products.
- Reimbursement can be availed multiple times within a financial year, though there is a cap on the total amount.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant should have a micro or small scale industry.
- Applicant should belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST).
- The enterprise must be registered with the Udyam portal or any other valid registration platform recognised by the MSME Ministry.
Documents required
- Self‑certified copy of UAM & GST.
- Self‑certified copy of PAN card – in case of proprietorship, PAN card of the SC/ST proprietor must be submitted.
- Self‑certified copy of caste certificate of proprietor/all partners/directors.
- Details of shareholding in case of partnership / Pvt. Ltd / LLP firm; for partnership concerns, shareholding of the enterprise is required to ascertain SC/ST status (shareholding of SC/ST entrepreneur > 51%). Attested copy of Partnership Deed for Partnership Firm or Memorandum and Article of Association for LLP/Private Limited Company are required.
- Attested or original copy (signature with stamp) of payment receipt and system generated GST invoice for the total amount paid to the testing centre or laboratory.
- NABL/BIS attested copy of the final testing report received from the laboratory, duly stamped and signed for all tests availed by the SC/ST MSE unit.
- Proof of transferred amount as reimbursement by NSSHO/NSIC through PFMS under the scheme, where such assistance has been availed earlier in the same financial year.
- Cancelled cheque of the current account of the enterprise from which the testing charges have been debited.
How to apply
- 1Visit the official SCST Hub website at https://www.scsthub.in.
- 2Click on ‘Sign‑up’ and provide full name, valid email ID, mobile number, password and confirm password to register.
- 3After registration, log in using your credentials at https://scsthub.in/nssh-schemes/.
- 4Complete the required information and upload all documents listed in the scheme.
- 5Submit the application for reimbursement.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Testing Fee Reimbursement Scheme?+
It is a sub‑scheme under the National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub (NSSH) that reimburses testing fees paid by SC/ST‑owned micro and small enterprises to NABL or BIS accredited laboratories, government department/PSU labs, and for BIS licences or certifications.
Who is eligible for the scheme?+
SC/ST‑owned micro or small enterprises registered with the Udyam portal or any other MSME‑recognised platform are eligible.
What reimbursement amount can be availed?+
Reimbursement of 80% or ₹1,00,000/- (excluding GST and other taxes), whichever is lower, for the testing fees paid.
How to apply online for the scheme?+
Visit https://www.scsthub.in, sign‑up with personal details, log in at https://scsthub.in/nssh-schemes/, fill the form and upload the required documents, then submit.
What documents are required for application?+
Self‑certified copies of UAM & GST, PAN card, caste certificate, shareholding details (if partnership/company), payment receipt with GST invoice, attested final test report, proof of earlier reimbursement (if any), and a cancelled cheque of the enterprise’s current account.
Can the reimbursement be availed more than once in a year?+
Yes, reimbursement can be claimed multiple times within a financial year, subject to an overall cap on the total amount.
What is the official portal for the scheme?+
The official portal is https://www.scsthub.in (SCST Hub).
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