Oxygen Scheme
The Oxygen Scheme, also called Mission Oxygen Swavalamban, is a special program by the Maharashtra government to boost the production and supply of medical oxygen in the state. This scheme started during the COVID-19 pandemic to make Maharashtra self-reliant in oxygen by supporting new and expanding oxygen manufacturing units, including liquid medical oxygen, oxygen cylinders, and storage facilities. The scheme gives big financial incentives, quick approvals, and other benefits to encourage industries to set up oxygen plants, especially in backward regions.
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Sponsoring Agency/Department: Department of Industries, Government of Maharashtra
Objectives
- ☉ Increase the production of medical oxygen in Maharashtra so hospitals never run short.
- ☉ Support new and existing units to set up or expand oxygen plants, cylinder filling, and storage.
- ☉ Make Maharashtra self-sufficient in oxygen and ready for any health emergency.
- ☉ Encourage investment in backward regions by giving extra benefits.
Eligible Beneficiaries
- ☉ New and existing oxygen manufacturing units (liquid medical oxygen, cylinders, cryogenic tankers)
- ☉ Units setting up in Maharashtra, especially in backward regions like Vidarbha, Marathwada, Dhule, Nandurbar, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg
Eligible Activities
- ☉ Setting up new oxygen manufacturing plants
- ☉ Expanding existing oxygen production units
- ☉ Manufacturing and filling of oxygen cylinders
- ☉ Setting up cryogenic tankers and storage facilities
- ☉ Related infrastructure for oxygen supply
Apply for Oxygen Scheme
- ☉ Prepare your project plan for setting up or expanding an oxygen manufacturing unit.
- ☉ Visit the official MAITRI portal (maitri.mahaonline.gov.in) or contact the Department of Industries, Maharashtra.
- ☉ Fill out the application form online and upload all required documents.
- ☉ Submit your application through the portal or at the district industries office.
- ☉ After review and approval, you will receive the incentive package and support for your project.
Benefits
- ☉ Up to 150% financial incentives on fixed capital investment in backward regions; up to 100% in other areas
- ☉ Refund of gross SGST, stamp duty, and electricity duty for five years
- ☉ Power subsidy of ₹2 per unit for five years
- ☉ Interest subsidy for MSME units with investment up to ₹50 crore
- ☉ Special capital subsidy for units producing 25–50 MT of oxygen and starting production before the deadline
- ☉ Fast approvals—permissions within 15 days
- ☉ Plots at concessional rates in MIDC areas
- ☉ No minimum investment or employment criteria; focus is on oxygen production capacity
Important Documents
- ☉ Company or unit registration certificate
- ☉ Detailed project report (DPR) with investment, capacity, and activities
- ☉ PAN card and Aadhaar card of promoters/owners
- ☉ Land ownership or lease documents for the project site
- ☉ Bank account details and recent statement
- ☉ Quotations or estimates for machinery and equipment
- ☉ Approval letters or NOCs from relevant authorities (if available).
- ☉ Board resolution or authorization letter (for companies)
- ☉ Any other documents as requested by the department
- ☉ For help, you can contact the MAITRI office or your district industries office.
Avail Subsidy Summary Report On Your Project
Got any questions?
Any new or existing oxygen manufacturing unit in Maharashtra, especially those in backward regions, can apply for the scheme.
You can get up to 150% subsidy on your investment, plus refunds on taxes and electricity duty, making it much cheaper to set up an oxygen plant.
All permissions are given within 15 days to help you start production fast.
