About this business scheme
The Assistance to Training Institutions Scheme provides financial help for training institutions to improve their infrastructure. Institutions can receive support for setting up new branches and covering revenue deficits. The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.
The Assistance to Training Institutions Scheme aims to support training institutions under the Ministry of MSME. It focuses on enhancing infrastructure and capacity for skill development and entrepreneurship training.
This scheme offers financial assistance for creating, strengthening, and expanding training facilities. It also helps institutions meet their revenue deficits.
By improving training capabilities, the scheme plays a vital role in promoting entrepreneurship and job creation across India.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Assistance to Training Institutions Scheme (ATI) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises |
| Benefit | The Assistance to Training Institutions Scheme provides financial help for training institutions to improve their infrastructure. |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Business |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | ati.msme.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Implementing agency | Ministry Of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government Of India |
| Scheme for | Infra |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Financial help for infrastructure creation, strengthening, or expansion.
- Support for opening new branches or centres.
- Revenue support for National Institute for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (NI-MSME).
- Training assistance: Rs. 38.50 per trainee per hour (Category I), Rs. 33.00 (Category II), Rs. 27.50 (Category III), and Rs. 60 for training of trainers.
The grant is paid in installments, with the first payment made in advance. It covers overhead costs such as utilities and staff.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a training institution under the Ministry of MSME.
- The applicant must seek support for infrastructure development or expansion.
- Institutions can include NI-MSME for revenue deficit support.
Who is not eligible
- Private training institutions and NGOs are not eligible for infrastructure support.
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Registration walkthrough
- Submit proposals to the Deputy Secretary/Director (EDI), Ministry of MSME, Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi 110011.
- The proposals will be reviewed by a Screening Committee.
- After approval, the financial assistance will be released based on the approval letter.
To check the status of your application or payment, you can contact the Ministry of MSME directly or follow up with the office where you submitted your proposal.
Real-life examples: are you eligible?
A quick way to gauge your eligibility: find the profile nearest to yours.
Every case differs. Confirm your eligibility on the official portal before applying.
- Submitting incomplete documents can lead to rejection.
- Not meeting the eligibility criteria will disqualify the application.
- Failing to provide accurate bank details can delay fund transfer.
- Missing the application submission deadline may result in rejection.
- Not following the prescribed application format can cause issues.
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the Assistance to Training Institutions Scheme?
The scheme provides financial help to training institutions for improving their infrastructure and supporting skill development.
Who can apply for this scheme?
Only training institutions under the Ministry of MSME and state-level EDIs can apply.
What types of support does the scheme offer?
It offers financial assistance for infrastructure, new branches, and training programs.
How is the financial assistance released?
The grant is released in installments, with the first payment made in advance.
Are private institutions eligible for support?
No, private training institutions and NGOs are not eligible for assistance.
How can I check the status of my application?
You can contact the Ministry of MSME or follow up with the office where you submitted your application.
What is the maximum amount I can receive?
The assistance is limited to the actual requirement, based on the proposal.
What documents do I need to apply?
You need a PAN card, MSME registration certificate, bank details, and any other required documents.
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Guidelines (PDF) msme.gov.in
- Invest India Portal investindia.gov.in
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