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Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks

Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals scheme providing 50% grant up to ₹40 Crore to establish specialized plastic manufacturing industrial parks.

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Official Nodal Portal:chemicals.gov.in
Government Levelcentral Government
Administering BodyMinistry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction
All India

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Central grant-in-aid of 50% of the project cost capped at ₹40 Crore per Plastic Park for creating shared industrial infrastructure. Parks feature shared compounding units, tooling and die facilities, testing and certification laboratories, recycling units, incubation centers, and effluent treatment facilities.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹400 Crore scheme outlay for establishing 10 sanctioned Plastic Parks

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

10 Plastic Parks sanctioned across MP, Odisha, Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Uttarakhand

As of: 2026-01-31PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:No specific age restriction
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:Plastic processing enterprise, Polymer manufacturer, Industrial park SPV, Recycling unit promoter
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) promoted by State Government agencies with at least 51% equity holding and possession of 100 acres contiguous land.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Keep self-attested photocopies and clear digital scans (100 KB – 200 KB, PDF/JPG format) ready to avoid portal upload timeouts.

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•3 mandatory supporting documents required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (chemicals.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    State Government Industrial Development Corporations (SIDC) or Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV) submit Detailed Project Reports (DPRs).

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    Submit proposals to Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals (DCPC).

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    Scheme Steering Committee (SSC) chaired by Secretary (C&PC) evaluates feasibility and technical designs.

  4. 4

    Final approval issued and funds released in 4 milestone tranches (20%, 30%, 30%, and 20%).

  5. 5

    Industrial plots allotted to plastic conversion and recycling MSME entrepreneurs.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Failure to allocate contiguous 100 acres industrial land, lack of water/power tie-ups, or unviable SPV structure.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: chemicals.gov.in

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Verified Guidance

Expert Application Tips & Practical Advice

Field-tested recommendations from administrative grievance circulars to avoid rejections and processing stalls.

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processTo apply for Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks, initiate your application on the official portal at https://chemicals.gov.in. Verify procedure: State Government Industrial Development Corporations (SIDC) or Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV) submit Detailed Project Reports (DPRs). Confirm all personal and bank details align with departmental records before final submission.
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documentsFor Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks, keep clear and legible scanned digital copies of mandatory documents (Detailed Project Report (DPR) with Master Infrastructure Plan, Land Possession / 99-Year Lease Deed for 100 Acres, State Government Counterpart Funding Commitment Letter) ready in PDF or JPEG format within prescribed portal size limits before starting your application on https://chemicals.gov.in.
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common mistakesA frequent cause of rejection under Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks is submitting mismatched personal details between Detailed Project Report (DPR) with Master Infrastructure Plan and your Aadhaar record, or providing an unseeded bank account. Verify active NPCI/DBT bank mapper linkage and valid certificate numbers on https://chemicals.gov.in.
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trackingAfter successfully submitting your application for Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks, securely save your permanent Application Reference Number (ARN) or digital acknowledgement receipt. Use this reference number on https://chemicals.gov.in to track scrutiny, verification, and sanction milestones.

Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What is the maximum central grant for a Plastic Park?

The Government of India provides grant-in-aid of 50% of the project cost, subject to a maximum ceiling of ₹40 Crore per park.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What common facilities are provided in a Plastic Park?

Centralized testing laboratories, mold and die manufacturing workshops, plastic recycling plants, and effluent treatment systems.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to purchase industrial plots within a Plastic Park?

Any registered micro, small, medium, or large enterprise engaged in downstream plastic compounding, processing, or recycling.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How do I apply for Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks? What is the official process?

To apply for Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks, applicants should follow the official procedure: 1. State Government Industrial Development Corporations (SIDC) or Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV) submit Detailed Project Reports (DPRs). 2. Submit proposals to Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals (DCPC). 3. Scheme Steering Committee (SSC) chaired by Secretary (C&PC) evaluates feasibility and ...

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks application status?

Application status for Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks can typically be tracked through the official portal at chemicals.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Scheme for Setting Up Plastic Parks benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Failure to allocate contiguous 100 acres industrial land, lack of water/power tie-ups, or unviable SPV structure.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typecsOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verificationBaseline verification of Plastic Parks 50% capital subsidy (up to ₹40 Cr), 100-acre land criterion, and DCPC Scheme Steering Committee protocols.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous implementation across designated plastic industrial clusters

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 7d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥10 Plastic Parks sanctioned across MP, Odisha, Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Uttarakhand (as of 2026-01-31)
₹₹400 Crore scheme outlay for establishing 10 sanctioned Plastic Parks budget allocation
📅Running since 2013
🔄2 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

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Official Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verification

Baseline verification of Plastic Parks 50% capital subsidy (up to ₹40 Cr), 100-a...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Petrochemicals Division, Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals

Shastri Bhawan, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road, New Delhi, Delhi 110001

Helpline: 011-23383428

Jurisdiction: National (All-India)

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