Cluster Development Programme (MSE-CDP)

Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)

MSE-CDP supports groups of micro and small enterprises by improving common infrastructure, technology, skills, quality and market access through cluster-based development.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicable to MSME clusters (manufacturing or service)
Eligible applicants: Industry associations, State governments, Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs)
Units with common business activities
Focus on collective development and shared infrastructure
Application must be cluster-based
Individual MSMEs are not eligible to apply directly

Benefits

Diagnostic Study: Identifies cluster gaps and opportunities, Maximum cost: ₹2.5 lakh
Soft Interventions:
Training, skill development, capacity building
Maximum project cost: ₹25 lakh
Government support: 75% (general category), 90% (special category/women / SC/ST / micro clusters)
Common Facility Centres (CFCs) – Hard Interventions:
Facilities such as: Testing labs, Training centres, Raw material depots
Maximum project cost: ₹15 crore
Government support: 70% (general category), 90% (special category clusters)
Infrastructure Development:
Industrial area development/upgradation
Maximum project cost: ₹10 crore
Government support: 60% (general category), 80% (special category clusters)

How to Apply

Application mode: Online (mandatory)
Submit online application under MSE-CDP
Send a hard copy of the application through: State Government/Autonomous Body or MSME Development Institutes (MSMEDIs)
The proposal is evaluated by the Steering Committee of MSE-CDP
Approval granted based on project viability and impact