Promotion of Energy Audit and Conservation of Energy (PEACE)

Key facts

Benefit	₹10 lakh (50% of eligible costs)
Who	MSMEs in Tamil Nadu
How paid	After implementation of audit recommendations
Implemented by	Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Department, Tamil Nadu
Official portal	tnmsme.tn.gov.in
Application window	Open all year after energy audit implementation

Benefits

Beneficiaries can receive a subsidy covering 50% of eligible costs, up to a maximum of ₹1,000,000. The subsidy is applicable only for investments made after the energy audit.

Who can apply

For: msme
Resident of Tamil Nadu
poor household

This scheme is available to manufacturing MSMEs located in Tamil Nadu that have conducted energy audits and achieved at least 10% energy savings. Enterprises that have received similar subsidies from other government sources for the same purpose are excluded from eligibility.

Who is not eligible

All Micro, Small, and Medium service Enterprises
Enterprises that have availed similar subsidies from other agencies

How to apply

Applications can be submitted online through the official portal of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Department of Tamil Nadu.

Visit the official website of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Department of Tamil Nadu.
Click on 'Login / Registration' and fill in the required details to register.
Log in using the credentials sent to your registered email and mobile number.
Select the scheme from the 'Schemes' dropdown and click on 'Apply Online' to fill out the application form.
Upload all necessary documents as specified on the portal.
Submit the application and note the reference number for tracking.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Copy of Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum / Copy of Udyam Certificate
Certificate of Registration under Indian Partnership Act / LLP / Societies Registration Act / Certificate of Incorporation
Proof for Connected Load i.e., EB Meter Card/Online Statement
Documents for Engagement of Energy Auditor/Letter of Acceptance from Energy Auditor
Copy of Accreditation of Energy Auditor by Bureau of Energy Efficiency
Self-Certified Statement on Expenditure Incurred for Energy Audit with Copy of the Bills/Vouchers and Receipt
Copy of the Detailed Energy Audit Report

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application not processed	Ensure all mandatory documents are uploaded correctly and check the application status on the official portal.
Subsidy amount not received	Confirm that the energy audit recommendations have been implemented and certified by the energy auditor.

Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies as a manufacturing MSME under this scheme?

Manufacturing MSMEs in Tamil Nadu that have completed energy audits and achieved a minimum of 10% energy savings are eligible.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must provide several documents, including the Udyog Aadhaar Memorandum, proof of connected load, and the detailed energy audit report, among others.

Is there a limit on the number of applications an MSME can submit?

An MSME can apply separately for each unit it operates, provided each unit meets the eligibility criteria.

What happens if I have already received a subsidy for energy audit implementation?

Enterprises that have availed similar subsidies from any other state or central government agency for the same purpose are not eligible for this scheme.

How is the subsidy disbursed?

The subsidy is released after the implementation of the energy audit recommendations, certified by the energy auditor, and may be adjusted against any loans taken for the implementation.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.