Rajasthan Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The Rajasthan Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme (SSIPS) is a state government scheme that gives fee waivers, tax relief and other concessions to non-profit institutions that work for the welfare of deprived sections of society. Instead of paying money to individuals, the scheme supports the NGOs, societies, trusts and non-profit companies that run shelter homes, day-care centres, de-addiction centres, special schools, helplines and other welfare services in Rajasthan. The Finance (Revenue) Department issued the original Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme, 2021 (SSIPS-2021) on 22 April 2021, and the Social Justice and Empowerment Department acts as the administrative department for the scheme.

The state government has long offered investment promotion schemes to attract industrial investment. It launched SSIPS because it considers investment in the social sector as important as industrial investment. The main objective of the scheme is to encourage the active participation of recognised non-profit institutions in the welfare of children, women, persons with disabilities, beggars and destitute persons, homeless persons, senior citizens, transgender persons, persons affected by drug addiction and persons living with HIV/AIDS. The scheme also aims to create a supportive environment for these institutions by giving them facilities, concessions and exemptions, so that their work becomes easier and more effective.

Under SSIPS-2021, an eligible institution can get a 100% exemption in land-use conversion charges, lease premium on allotted land, regulatory fees, building plan approval fees and stamp duty. It can also get stamp duty and registration fee exemption on donated immovable property, 100% SGST reimbursement on the purchase of non-consumable goods and capital items, an interest subsidy of up to 6% for three years, and a 100% Motor Vehicle Tax exemption. Large institutions can also seek a Customised Package with additional benefits.

Applications under SSIPS are submitted through the SSO Portal and reviewed by the Empowered Committee, which meets quarterly. Eligible institutions receive an Entitlement Certificate (Form-B) for approved concessions. Applications for a Customised Package are forwarded to the High Powered Committee. SSIPS provides institutional benefits, not direct cash transfers.

The Social Justice and Empowerment Department of Rajasthan also administers the Rajasthan Social Security Pension Scheme, the Mukhyamantri Vishesh Yogyajan Samman Pension Yojana, and the Old Age Pension Scheme. Under the Social Security Pension Scheme, over 91 lakh beneficiaries receive a monthly pension of up to ₹1,450. The Vishesh Yogyajan Samman Pension Yojana provides monthly support to persons with 40% or higher disability; and the Old Age Pension Scheme offers financial assistance to women aged 55 years and above and men aged 58 years and above.

Scheme Benefits

The Rajasthan Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme cuts down the cost of setting up and running welfare services by giving eligible institutions one or more of the following concessions.

• Land-use conversion charges: 100% exemption.
• Lease on allotted land: 100% exemption.
• Regulatory fees: 100% exemption.
• Building plan approval fees: 100% exemption.
• Stamp duty: 100% exemption.
• Donated property: Exemption from stamp duty and registration fee when a private person or institution donates immovable property to the non-profit institution.
• Interest subsidy: Up to 8% for 5 years.
• Motor Vehicle Tax: 100% exemption on vehicles registered in the institution's name.
• Customised Package: Extra benefits for institutions with a capital investment of ₹3 crore or at least 50 beneficiaries.
• Capital and Revenue Grant: Proposed as part of the Customised Package.
• Free lease renewal: Proposed for institutions that worked before SSIPS-2021 and received land on a free lease due to their social work.
• SSIPS Fund: The state has announced a ₹100 crore fund for the scheme.
• Multiple sectors: Institutions working in more than one welfare sector can get separate benefits for each sector.
• Other grants allowed: Institutions remain free to take grants and financial help from the Central Government, State Government, and other sources.
• Grievance redressal: Concerned departments will appoint grievance redressal officers to solve the problems of institutions.

Eligibility Requirements

Only non-profit institutions that meet the conditions of the Rajasthan Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme can claim its benefits.

• Type: A non-profit voluntary institution working for deprived sections or other social causes in Rajasthan.
• Registration: Registered as a Society, Trust, or Company (social sector) for at least 3 years.
• Size: A minimum capital investment of ₹50 lakh or operations for at least 25 beneficiaries.
• Activity: Working in at least one of the permitted activities listed below.

Mandatory Conditions

The institution must also fulfil the following requirements:

• Registration under Section 12A of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
• Registration on the NITI Aayog Darpan Portal.
• FCRA registration, if it receives foreign contributions.
• Accounts for the last 3 financial years audited by a Chartered Accountant.
• Balance sheets for the last 3 financial years.
• Annual reports for the last 3 years.
• A declaration that the Central or State Government has not blacklisted it or declared it a defaulter.

Relaxation: Institutions already registered or authorised by the state government under the relevant Acts or Rules for social sector work do not need to submit the above documents with the application.

Who Cannot Get the Benefit?

The scheme order bars or penalises institutions in these cases:

• Institutions blacklisted or declared defaulters by the Central or State Government.
• Institutions that do not follow the applicable laws, rules, or state government guidelines.
• Institutions found guilty of false information or serious irregularities; such institutions may be blacklisted and lose future benefits.

Documents Required for SSIPS Rajasthan

Applicants must upload the following required documents while applying for the Rajasthan Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme (SSIPS).

• Institution Registration and Latest Renewal Certificate
• CA-Audited Accounts for the Last Three Financial Years
• Section 12A Registration Certificate
• Darpan Portal Registration
• Annual Reports for the Last Three Financial Years
• Institution's PAN Card.
• Governing Body Details and Bye-laws.
• FCRA Registration Certificate (if applicable).
• Declaration confirming that the institution is not blacklisted, debarred or declared a defaulter by the Government of India or the Government of Rajasthan
• Buyer-Seller Agreement
• Immovable Property Documents in the Institution's Name
• Equipment Purchase Bills
• Loan Sanction Letter
• Declaration confirming fulfilment of the sanctioned loan's objectives
• Vehicle Booking Documents
• Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC), if already registered
• Land Documents
• Documents of the Proposed Project for Disadvantaged Sections.
• Lease Renewal Documents.
• Documents for the ₹50 Lakh to Less Than ₹1 Crore Eligibility Limit.
• Documents for the ₹1 Crore to Less Than ₹3 Crore Eligibility Limit.
• Documents for a Customised Package for eligible non-profit institutions with a minimum capital investment of ₹3 Crore or those working for 50 beneficiaries.

Note: Applicants should keep the documents relevant to the specific exemptions or concessions they wish to claim ready before applying. The required documents may vary depending on the exemption category and eligibility criteria applicable to the institution.

Steps to Apply

Eligible non-profit institutions can apply for the Rajasthan Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme (SSIPS) through the Rajasthan SSO portal by following these steps:

• First, visit the Rajasthan SSO portal.
• Log in using your Rajasthan SSO ID. If you are not registered, register first.
• Search for Rajasthan Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme in the scheme list.
• The application form of SSIPS will open on your screen.
• Enter the required personal details, contact information, social and economic category, district, and designation.
• Enter personal details, contact information, social and economic category, district, and designation.
• Provide the institution's name, constitution type (Company, Society, or Trust), and registration details.
• Attach the required registration documents and supporting evidence as specified on the portal.
• Review the details and submit the form using the available submission option. Save the acknowledgement, if generated.
• The Empowered Committee examines applications as per the scheme guidelines and meets quarterly.
• Eligible institutions receive an Entitlement Certificate (Form-B) for approved concessions.
• Customised Package applications are forwarded to the High Powered Committee for consideration.

What Happens After You Apply?

The department processes the application through these stages:

• The Empowered Committee, headed by the Principal/Secretary of the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, checks your application. It meets every quarter.
• If your institution is eligible, the committee issues an Entitlement Certificate in Form-B and informs you and the competent authority through the portal.
• If your institution is not eligible, the portal informs you along with the reasons.
• The competent authority of the concerned department gives the concession on the basis of the Entitlement Certificate.
• The Empowered Committee checks such applications and sends them to the High Powered Committee, headed by the Chief Secretary, for a final decision.
• If you disagree with the Empowered Committee's decision, you can appeal to the High Powered Committee.

Important Rules and Conditions

Institutions must follow these rules to keep enjoying the benefits.

• Follow all applicable laws, rules, and state government guidelines; otherwise, the government can withdraw the benefits.
• Give correct and complete information in the application.
• If an institution gives false information or commits serious irregularities, the Empowered Committee can cancel the benefits.
• The department will recover the benefits already given with 12% annual interest.
• The government can blacklist an institution for irregularities and bar it from future benefits.
• The Finance Department has the final say on any interpretation of the scheme.

Relevant Links

• Rajasthan Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme Login
• Rajasthan Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme Registration
• Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Rajasthan
• Guidelines of Rajasthan Social Security Investment Promotion Scheme

Contact Information

• Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Rajasthan Toll-Free Helpline Number: 1800 180 6127
• Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Rajasthan Helpdesk Email: [email protected]