Dehradun, May 29, 2025
In a decisive step towards accelerating industrial growth and attracting large-scale capital investment, the Uttarakhand Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, has approved the Uttarakhand Mega Industrial and Investment Policy 2025 (Mega Policy 2025).

This forward-looking policy aims to position Uttarakhand as a competitive investment destination at both the national and international levels. By fostering a conducive ecosystem for large manufacturing enterprises, the policy is designed to drive economic development and generate significant employment opportunities across the state.

The Mega Policy-2025 incorporates provisions for capital inputs previously outlined in earlier policies, with a comprehensive and streamlined structure to offer robust financial incentives to investors.

Policy Duration and Eligibility
The policy comes into effect immediately and will remain operational for five years. Enterprises applying for a Common Application Form (CAF) through the Single Window Portal during this period will be eligible for financial incentives based on their investment category.

Classification of Enterprises
Large enterprises have been categorized into four investment tiers based on permanent capital investment (excluding land):

Large: More than ₹50 crore and up to ₹200 crore (Minimum 50 permanent employees)

Ultra Large: More than ₹200 crore and up to ₹500 crore (Minimum 150 permanent employees)

Mega: More than ₹500 crore and up to ₹1000 crore (Minimum 300 permanent employees)

Ultra Mega: More than ₹1000 crore (Minimum 500 permanent employees)

Enterprises must complete the proposed investment within 3 to 7 years from the date of the CAF application.

Key Incentives Under the Policy

Stamp Duty Reimbursement: 50% reimbursement (up to ₹50 lakh) of the stamp duty paid on land purchase/lease deeds.

Capital Subsidy: Payable in annual installments, post-commercial production:

Large: 10% after 8 years

Ultra Large: 12% after 10 years

Mega: 15% after 12 years

Ultra Mega: 20% after 15 years

Hill Area Bonus: Additional capital subsidy for enterprises in hilly regions:

Category A Districts: Additional 2%

Category B Districts: Additional 1%

This policy marks a pivotal move by the Uttarakhand Government to encourage transformative investments, especially in large-scale manufacturing, and further aligns with its vision to make Uttarakhand a hub of industrial innovation and inclusive growth.