RAMPRTCWCI

This intervention aims to enhance the quality standards and global competitiveness of MSMEs in the Wire & Cable industry by supporting product testing and certification, thereby improving access to domestic and international markets.

The scheme "Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP)" Interventions is an initiative launched by the Government of India with assistance from the World Bank to enhance the performance of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. RAMP aims to improve the productivity, competitiveness, and resilience of MSMEs through a comprehensive set of reforms, capacity-building measures, and improved access to finance and market opportunities. The scheme RAMP with "Intervention 2: Reimbursement of Testing and Certification Cost in Wire" has been implemented by the Department of Industries, Union Territory of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.

Through this scheme, to boost quality standards and market access, the UT Administration will provide financial assistance to MSMEs in the Wire & Cable industry for product testing and certification. Eligible units shall be reimbursed up to ₹5,00,000/- or the actual cost incurred, whichever is lower. This intervention targets support for at least 20 MSMEs.

• The unit must be Udyam registered with operations in the UT of DNH&DD.
• Eligibility of MSME units in the Manufacturing or Service sector, upon commencement of commercial production or service operations, shall be governed by the duration of operation criteria as outlined in the relevant intervention of the scheme.
• Eligibility of the MSME unit shall be subject to the detailed conditions specified under the respective scheme provisions.

This intervention aims to enhance the quality standards and global competitiveness of MSMEs in the Wire & Cable industry operating within the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, thereby improving their access to domestic and international markets. Under this intervention, the UT Administration will provide financial assistance in the form of reimbursement of costs incurred by MSMEs for product testing and certification, facilitating compliance with market entry requirements and industry standards.

> Quantum of Assistance (Testing and Certification cost in wire cable industry):

• Eligible MSMEs shall receive reimbursement up to {5,00,000 (Rupees Five Lakhs only) or the actual cost incurred for Testing and Certification, whichever is lower.
• A minimum of 20 MSME units in the Wire & Cable industry shall be supported under this intervention.

> Conditions for Assistance (Testing and Certification cost in wire cable industry):

• MSME unit must be engaged in the manufacturing of Wire and Cable products.
• The expenditure must pertain specifically to product testing and certification carried out by accredited/recognised institutions or agencies.
• The testing/certification agency should possess a valid national/international accreditation.
• The MSME unit must provide valid invoices and payment proofs for the testing/certification services availed.
• MSMEs may claim reimbursement of eligible certification and testing costs, including the cost of certification renewal, subject to the reimbursement cap specified under the intervention.
• The following categories of product testing and certifications shall be eligible for reimbursement under this intervention. This shall include, but not be limited to, certifications accredited by government-recognised bodies or authorised agencies, subject to prior approval by the competent authority.

• CE Certification
• UL Certification (USA/Canada)
• RoHS Compliance
• REACH Compliance
• ISO 9001
• ISO 14001
• ISO 45001
• CPR Certification (EU)
• BASEC Certification
• BIS Certification
• Type Test Reports from NABL-accredited laboratories.

• The MSME unit must have been operational for a minimum period of one year prior to the date of application.