About this business scheme
The scheme aims to promote self-employment among the residents of Uttarakhand by enabling them to establish and operate solar power projects, thereby generating clean energy, providing a sustainable source of income, and encouraging entrepreneurship.
The scheme “Mukhyamantri Saur Swarojgar Yojana” is implemented by the Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency (UREDA) under the Department of Energy, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to promote self-employment among the residents of Uttarakhand by enabling them to establish and operate solar power projects, thereby generating clean energy, providing a sustainable source of income, and encouraging entrepreneurship.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Mukhyamantri Saur Swarojgar Yojana – Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency (MSSYUREDA) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Energy Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Business |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | msy.uk.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Uttarakhand Renewable Energy Development Agency |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Under the scheme, self-employment is provided to eligible applicants/beneficiaries through the allocation of solar power projects with capacities of 20, 25, 50, 100, and 200 kW, as detailed below:
- 20 kW: Project cost Rs. 10 lakh; land required – 300 sq. meters.
- 25 kW: Project cost Rs. 12.50 lakh; land required – 300 sq. meters.
- 50 kW: Project cost Rs. 25.00 lakh; land required – 700–1000 sq. meters.
- 100 kW: Project cost Rs. 50.00 lakh; land required – 1500–2000 sq. meters.
- 200 kW: Project cost Rs. 100.00 lakh; land required – 3000–4000 sq. meters.
(Selected candidates will be provided loans from Uttarakhand State/District Cooperative Banks at an interest rate of 8%. Additionally, beneficiaries will be eligible for incentives and benefits under the MSME Policy-2023, provided by the Industries Department.)
The electricity generated from the allotted solar projects will be purchased by Uttarakhand Power Corporation Limited (UPCL) for a period of 25 years. Payments to beneficiaries will be made according to the prevailing tariff rates for the electricity sold.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
- Only one solar power plant will be allotted per family, and each applicant is eligible for only one project.
- To avail benefits under the current MSME Policy, the allottee must apply under this scheme as a proprietorship. Applications in the form of a partnership firm, company, trust, or society will not be permitted.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Under the scheme, applications must be submitted online through the portal https://msy.uk.gov.in/. For the application, the applicant must provide a permanent residence certificate, Aadhar card, identity card, application fee, affidavit, and documents related to the proposed land.
After submission, the application is sent to UPCL for technical feasibility and review (TFR). Once this process is complete, UPCL returns the application to UREDA, after which the district office presents it to the allotment committee. Upon recommendation by the committee, UREDA allocates the solar power plant to the applicant.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the scheme?
Only permanent residents of Uttarakhand are eligible to apply.
Can one family apply for more than one solar power project?
No. Only one solar power plant will be allotted per family, and only one applicant from the family can apply.
What sizes of solar power projects are available under the scheme?
Solar power projects of 20 kW, 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, and 200 kW capacities are available.
How is financial assistance provided under the scheme?
Selected candidates are provided loans from Uttarakhand State/District Cooperative Banks at an interest rate of 8%.
Are there any additional incentives under the scheme?
Yes. Beneficiaries are eligible for incentives provided by the Industries Department under the MSME Policy-2023.
For how long will UPCL buy electricity from the beneficiaries?
UPCL will purchase electricity from the beneficiaries for a period of 25 years.
How can applicants submit their application?
Applications must be submitted online through the portal https://msy.uk.gov.in/.
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Guidelines (Page No. 174) (PDF) uk.gov.in
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