💡 Gujarat Electronics Policy 2022–28 – A Complete Guide
Gujarat has launched a comprehensive Electronics Policy (2022–2028) aimed at transforming the state into a national hub for electronics system design & manufacturing (ESDM). It supports the central “Make in India” vision, targeting ₹30 billion in electronic manufacturing and aiming to create 1 million new jobs by 2028. timesofindia.indiatimes.com+15acuitylaw.co.in+15government.economictimes.indiatimes.com+15deshgujarat.com+1government.economictimes.indiatimes.com+1
🎯 Objectives
- Attract major investment in ESDM, semiconductors, and display fabrication
- Promote high-value job creation in electronics manufacturing
- Foster innovation, R&D, skill-building, and a robust supply chain
- Position Gujarat as a global electronics production destination thehindubusinessline.com+1gsem.gujarat.gov.in+1en.wikipedia.org+6dst.gujarat.gov.in+6dst.gujarat.gov.in+6
💸 Major Incentives & Benefits
| Incentive Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Capital Expenditure Subsidy | Up to 20% of CAPEX (≤ ₹1000 Cr; max ₹200 Cr), and 15% on incremental CAPEX beyond ₹1000 Cr gsem.gujarat.gov.in+10gsem.gujarat.gov.in+10thehindubusinessline.com+10 |
| Stamp Duty & Registration | 100% reimbursement on these fees |
| Interest Assistance | Up to 7% on term loans for 5 years, capped at ₹10 Cr per year |
| Logistics Subsidy | 25% of freight charges for 5 years (max ₹5 Cr/year) |
| Equipment Import Support | 50% reimbursement on imported manufacturing equipment (max ₹5 Cr) |
| Electricity Duty & Tariff | ₹1/unit subsidy for 6 years; full waiver on electricity duty |
| Employer EPF Subsidy | 100% (female) / 75% (male) EPF reimbursement for 5 years under AGRS |
🏗️ Non-Fiscal & Infrastructure Support
- GEM Clusters & Common Facility Centres for shared R&D/testing
- Gujarat Electronics Training (GET) Cells & Electronics ITIs to bridge skill gaps timesofindia.indiatimes.com+12gsem.gujarat.gov.in+12acuitylaw.co.in+12
- Single-window facilitation, self-certification, and regulatory concessions thehindubusinessline.com+2acuitylaw.co.in+2gsem.gujarat.gov.in+2
- Dedicated support desks & industry partnerships via the Gujarat State Electronics Mission (GSEM) en.wikipedia.org+6acuitylaw.co.in+6gsem.gujarat.gov.in+6
🌐 Semiconductor & Display Fabrication Boost
Gujarat is the first Indian state with a dedicated Semiconductor Policy (2022–27) providing:
- 40% CAPEX support (top-up to central schemes)
- Land subsidies in Dholera Semicon City (75% for first 200 acres, 50% thereafter)
- ₹2/unit power tariff subsidy for 10 years and 100% stamp duty waiver timesofindia.indiatimes.com+15ddnews.gov.in+15thehindubusinessline.com+15
- Heavy investments already pledged (~₹1.24 Lakh Cr), with major fabs by Micron, Tata, Kaynes, NextGen, Powerchip reddit.com+2ddnews.gov.in+2reddit.com+2
📈 Why It Matters
- Designed to generate 10 lakh jobs in electronics manufacturing by 2028 financialexpress.com+2deshgujarat.com+2government.economictimes.indiatimes.com+2
- Supports building a deep electronics ecosystem including semiconductors, displays, and associated R&D
- Helps Gujarat contribute to India’s aim for ₹300 billion in electronics production by 2026 financialexpress.comdeshgujarat.com+1ddnews.gov.in+1
🔗 For Investors & Industry
- Capital Subsidies: Save on high upfront investments
- Operational Cost Relief: Save via logistics, power, and EPF incentives
- Ease of Doing Business: Quick approvals and compliance support
- Skilling Ecosystem: GET Cells and GEM clusters to build workforce capacity
- Access to Global Supply Chain: Through semicon investments in Dholera
🎯 Website Integration Suggestions
- Use CTA button like “Invest in Gujarat Electronics” linking to GSEM page
- Embed an incentive highlights box summarizing key subsidies
- Add progress metrics (jobs, investments, fabs under development)
- Include a “How to Apply” section for investors with GSEM link
- Offer a PDF download of the policy or investor-minister FAQ