Government of Karnataka has taken initiatives to enrich the position of Karnataka as one of the finest industrialised states in India and upright in attracting investments in technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Data Analytics, Machine Learning, 3D Printing and Robotics.
Karnataka is the epicentre of innovation in India with more than 800 Research and Development Centres in Electronics, System Designs and Manufacturing. It is known globally for skilled and talented workforce green lighting the skill revolution and taking India to the step of achieving the economic growth and development.
To be honest, Karnataka today is at a stage, where in the Industrial Growth, Irrigation, Investments are growing. Hence this is the precise moment to shift the gears and take the route of strategic reforms to bring Karnataka on the global value chain maps.
Sir M Vishweshwarayya, proud son of Karnataka gave a wonderful statement, “Industrialise or Perish”.
VISION of ESDM scheme:
To make Karnataka, a vital part of the global supply chain and create significant labour land and regulatory reforms to forecast reforms and to ensure, worthy access to factors of production like the Skilled Labour, Land, Finance and Comfort of Doing Business.
MISSION of ESDM scheme:
Karnataka must achieve superior/concrete growth through the investment in capital, transfer of technology, research and effective infrastructure as per Make in India guidelines that is supreme and world class.
GLIMPSE OF INCENTIVES:
OBJECTIVES:
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
INCENTIVE SCHEME:
The incentive scheme under the Karnataka ESDM (Electronic System Design and Manufacturing) Policy is presented under the policies of the Government of India. Companies taking incentives underESDM cannot take same incentives under other sponsored schemes of the Government of Karnataka. Any wrong information furnished by the company will exclude from utilising the resources under this scheme.
Most of the incentive schemes, sanctioned to the company under the ESDM (Electronic System Design and Manufacturing) will not surpass 100% of the value of the fixed assets. They are in the form of land, power, machinery subsidy, production and R and D linked incentives in Karnataka.
Let us take the case of Integrated Circuits, if the fixed asset is INR 600Crores, the incentives will be capped at 50% of the fixed assets.
Employment Criteria:
HOW TO APPLY FOR ESDM?
In order to do the registration at ESDM (Electronic System Design and Manufacturing) in Karnataka and reaping the benefits, you must attach supporting documents. The documents are given below as follows:
APPROVAL COMMITTEE:
The approval committee under ESDM involves, representatives of KBITS, Industry experts and external consultants, chaired by MD of KBITS (Karnataka Biotechnology and Information Technology Services). They make amendments, reviews and augmentnew additions to ESDM.
The committee meets once in 3 months to study all concerns and the decision of the approval committee is final while sanctioning the amount. It works in tandem with technical and associated committeesunder ESDM. The reimbursement will be released based on first cum first serve basis, depending on the guidelines given by the Government of Karnataka.
What is the maximum amount reimbursed to a single firm under ESDM?
It is INR 3 Crores for a single year and INR 10 Crores during the present policy.
What is the time period for filing applications as per ESDM?
The window for filing applications for the incentives is 1st April to 30 September and 1st October to 31st March every year till the scheme is valid.
What is the value of fixed assets as per ESDM?
The value of fixed assets shall consist of the expenses on land not exceeding 50 acres. It includes the expenses on buildings and plant and machinery as per guidelines.
What are the classes of investments on the fixed assets as per ESDM?
There are various groups of investments on the fixed assets as per EDSM like
Where we should submit the application?
A hard copy of the application with enclosures must be addressed to:
ESDM Cell.
Karnataka Biotechnology and Information Technology Services (KBITS).
BMTC Building.
4th Floor (TTMC 'B' Block - Above Bus Stand).
Shanthinagar.
Bangalore – 560027.
Karnataka, India.
Phone Number: 080-22231006, 22231007, 22231008, 22230109.
What is the nodal agency involved in implementing the ESDM?
KIBTS is the nodal agency involved in implementing the ESDM.
What is the eligible capital expenditure on Plant and Machinery?
The eligible capital expenditure on the Plant and Machinery is 20% of the total sanctioned amount. The cost of transfer of technology is 10% of the overhaul cost.
Which category of companies in Karnataka is eligible under ESDM?
Companies in Karnataka that have commenced operations before 7th September 2020 are eligible for operations.
What is the reimbursement rate for stamp duty, registration and conversion rates?
100%.
What is the reimbursement rate of power tariff under ESDM?
INR 1 per unit for 5 years from the month of commencement of commercial production.
What is the exemption from electricity duty under ESDM?
100% for next 5 years from the month of commencement of commercial production.
What is the land subsidy under ESDM?
It is 25% of the land value uptill to the extent of 50 acres.
What is the eligible capital expenditure on refurbished plant and machinery and other equipment’s under ESDM?
It shall not exceed 30% of the Sanctioned Capital Expenditure on refurbished Plant and Machinery.
What is the interest subsidy for loans under ESDM?
The interest subsidies on loans taken during ESDM are offered to star-ups and MSME at 6% per annum for 5 years upto INR 50 Lakhs.
When to apply for incentives/concessions in the financial year?
The application for incentives/concessions must be submitted within 6 months from the end of half year. After this the application will be rejected.
What are the repayments done under the PF/ESI Incentives?
Registered start-ups and MSME under ESDM, will be reimbursed, PF or the ESI or INR 2000/Month per employee for period of 2 years, subject to total reimbursement of INR 12 Lakhs.
Do they offer Research and Development grants for all ESDM firms?
No, they offer Research and Development grants is for companies that are less than 7 years from the date of commencement of operations under ESDM.
How many times a single company claim for R and D grants during ESDM in a year?
Only once.
Can a company under ESDM get registered under other government schemes?
Yes, but they must not clash with ESDM Guidelines.
When the company is eligible for concessions and incentives under ESDM?
All incentives and concessions except for Patent Registration from day one.
Can a registered firm claim same incentive/concessions available in different policies under Karnataka government?
No, it will disqualify the firm from any government policies of Karnataka.
What does exemption from the Stamp Duty covers?
The registered companies under ESDM will be exempted from stamp duty from Term Loans from the banks, Financial Institutions likeKSFC. It also covers on Lease deeds, Sale deeds.
When a company is entitled for Production based incentives?
It starts from the 1st year of operations and is 1% of the annual turnover for period of 5 years.
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