To ensure better flow of Credit to small and tiny enterprises by minimising the risk perception of financial institutions in lending without collateral security, a Credit Guarantee Fund Scheme for Smal Industries has been introduced. The Scheme is being implemented by the Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Small Industries, jointly through the Govt. Of India and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).

A Scheme on Credt Linked Capital Subsidy (CLCSS) was launched in the year 2000 for technology upgradation of SSIs in the select products / sub - sectors by providing 12% capital subsidy on loans advanced to SSIs units by scheduled commercial banks and NSIC for introduction of proven technologies approved under the Scheme for strengthening the units to face the challanges of liberalisation.

The Integrated Infrastructure Development (IID) Scheme for Small Scale Industries was launched on March 7, 1994 to facilitate the location of industries in rural/backward areas to generate employment opportunities by establishing close linkages between agriculture and industry.

This scheme provides for taking up the diagnostic study, resourcing of technology, facilitating the transfer of technology from its producer to its end user, setting - up of a demonstration plant, R & D needs, if any, and organising workshops , seminars, trainings and study visits for quicker diffusion of technology across the cluster of small enterprises. It covers a comprehensive range of issues related to technology upgradation, improvement of productivity, energy conservation, pollution control, product diversification and training needs, etc.

This scheme has been prepared to encourage technological upgradation and quality improvement in SSI sector and prepare themto face the global competition. Teh scheme provides for re-imbursement of 75% of the amount spent for acquiring ISO-9000/ISO-14001 - Certificcation (or its equivalent) upto a maximum of Rs. 75,000/- to each unit as ont-time reimbursement. The scheme is applicable only to those SSI / Ancillary units which have already acquired ISO-9000/ISO-14001 (or its equivalent) certificcation. The Scheme has been in operation since March, 1994 and has been extended upto March 31, 2007.

In order to meet the growing demand of Tools and Dies in the country, particularly in the SSI sector, the Government of India have decided to assist the State Government to set up Mini Tool Room and Training Centres. A typical such Centre could be set up at an estimated cost of around Rs. 15 crore. (including Rs. 10 crore towards cost of machinery/equipment.)

Following the announcement of the liberalized policy package in 1991, a Scheme for setting up of Sub-contracting Exchange backed by Industry Associations/NGOs was launched with the objective of promoting ancillarisation in the country. The main function of the Sub-contracting Exchange is to register idle capabilities in the small scale sector and obtain details of items required by large undertakings, which could be manufactured in the small scale sector.

Participation in International Exhibitions

Participation in selected Internationl Exhibitions is arranged by SIDO to assist SSI Sector units in exhibiting their products without incurring expenditure towards participation by them. All the charges pertaining to participation such as space rent, display of exhibits, shipment of exhibits, handling and clearing, insurance, etc. are met by SIDO for selected SSI units for displaying their products in International Exhibitions abroad. The Customer's enquiries generated during such Exhibitions are promptly disseminated to the SSI units to explore the possibilities of exporting to new overseas/buyers/markets etc.

Training Programmes in Packaging for Exports

This programme acquiants SSI exporters of the latest packaging techniques/standards. These programmes are organised in association with Indian Institute of Packaging, which provides the necessary expertise in the matter. The basic objectivew of this scheme is to impart training to small scale manufacturere of packaging technology, for enhancing effectiveness in various aspects of package aesthetics, style, etc. to improve the overall appearance, durability and value of the products. Every year, on an average, 20 such prorammes are organised by SISIs for various industry groups.

Skill Development Programmes