Assam Launches 500 Crore Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme Under UNNATI 2026 to Boost Industrial Growth

In a major step towards strengthening Assam’s industrial and manufacturing sectors, the state government has launched the online application module for the Assam State Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme, 2026, under the UNNATI 2026 initiative.

The application module was formally launched by Industries, Commerce and Public Enterprises Minister Bimal Borah at Janata Bhawan.

Under the scheme, the state government has earmarked a special fund of 500 crore for a period of five years to support eligible manufacturing industries.

The scheme offers capital investment subsidies based on the location of industries:

Zone-A districts: 30% subsidy on eligible investment in Plant and Machinery, up to a maximum of 5 crore.
Zone-B districts: 50% subsidy, up to a maximum of 7.50 crore.

Both new manufacturing units and eligible existing units undertaking expansion can apply for the benefits. The approved subsidy will be disbursed in five equal annual instalments.

The initiative comes as the Centre’s subsidy support under the UNNATI scheme has been discontinued ahead of schedule. To protect investors’ interests and maintain investment momentum, the Assam government has introduced this state-funded support mechanism.

The scheme aims to attract fresh investments, promote entrepreneurship, strengthen local manufacturing and generate employment opportunities for the youth.

Notably, the Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment Summit witnessed investment commitments worth approximately 5.18 lakh crore. Projects involving nearly 3.10 lakh crore have reportedly reached advanced stages of implementation.

The state government aims to strengthen Assam’s position as a major industrial and economic hub in the Northeast through these initiatives.