India state tourism policy advisory

State tourism policies & hotel subsidies across India

Hotel Subsidy Solutions publishes complete state tourism policy guides and advises hotel developers in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh — from detailed project reports and government NOCs through provisional registration and incentive claims.

At a glance

What developers can claim

States covered

India tourism policies

7

Capital subsidy

By state & category

10–25%

Stamp duty

Exemption or reimbursement

75–100%

SGST / GST

Max reimbursement window (AP)

15 yrs

How we support you

From detailed project report to claiming incentives

End-to-end advisory across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Madhya Pradesh — DPR preparation, government NOCs, provisional registration, and incentive claims managed in the correct sequence.

Discuss your project
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Phase 1

Detailed Project Report (DPR)

Tourism-classified DPR with room mix, capex phasing, and eligible FCI breakdown — structured for bank appraisal, nodal agency review, and subsidy scenario modelling across your target state.

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Phase 2

Government NOCs & clearances

Stamp duty NOC before land purchase, Directorate of Tourism / state tourism NOC for FSI or FAR, environmental and CRZ filings, and coordination with municipal planning authorities.

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Phase 3

Provisional registration

PRC via MAITRI (Maharashtra) or equivalent state tourism unit registration — filed after building sanction to lock your incentive package before construction commences.

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Phase 4

Development permissions

Land-use conversion, building plan sanction with tourism classification, and documentation of fixed capital investment during construction for later claim verification.

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Phase 5

Commercial operations (COD)

MoT category certification, final registration certificate, and readiness review so your project meets post-COD compliance before incentive disbursement.

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Phase 6

Claiming incentives

Capital subsidy, stamp duty reimbursement, SGST/GST refund, electricity duty exemption, and interest subvention — filed with CA-certified statements and annual compliance through disbursement.

Every state has a different nodal agency, registration portal, and claim sequence. Learn more about our advisory scope or submit a project inquiry.

40+

Projects advised

7

State policies

15 yrs

Max SGST window

State tourism policies

State tourism policies in India — hotel subsidy guides

Authoritative guides to each state tourism policy: Gujarat Tourism Policy, Rajasthan RTUP, Karnataka KTP, Andhra Pradesh APTP, Telangana TTP, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Policy 2025, and Maharashtra MTP 2024.

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MTP 2024

Maharashtra

Maharashtra Tourism Policy 2024

23 fiscal + 13 non-fiscal incentives — capital subsidy, stamp duty, SGST, FSI & zones A/B/C/STZ

20% capital · 100% stamp duty (Zone C) · 100% SGST
View policy guide
GTP 2021–25

Gujarat

Gujarat Tourism Policy 2021–25

Capital subsidy, stamp duty reimbursement & electricity duty exemption for tourism infrastructure

15–20% of eligible FCI
View policy guide
RTUP 2025

Rajasthan

Rajasthan Tourism Unit Policy 2025 (RTUP 2025)

Heritage hotels, resorts & tourism units — stamp duty, FAR, and RIPS-linked capital & SGST benefits

75% exemption + 25% reimbursement
View policy guide
KTP 2024–29

Karnataka

Karnataka Tourism Policy 2024–29

Up to 25% capital subsidy outside Bengaluru, stamp duty exemption & adventure tourism push

Up to 25% of FCI
View policy guide
APTP 2024–29

Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh Tourism Policy 2024–29

100% stamp duty reimbursement, up to 100% SGST for 15 years & industry status for hospitality

100% reimbursement
View policy guide
TTP 2025–30

Telangana

Telangana Tourism Policy 2025–30

₹15,000 Cr investment target — GST reimbursement, capital subsidy & land conversion waivers

Tiered by project size
View policy guide
MPTP 2025

Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh Tourism Policy 2025

15% capital subsidy on hotels & heritage properties, stamp duty reimbursement & single-window clearance

15% of FCI (max ₹50 L)
View policy guide

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Excludes land cost from FCI (except for SGST)

State policy expertise

Expert guides to every state tourism policy we cover

Each state tourism policy sets different capital subsidy rates, stamp duty rules, and SGST/GST windows. We publish full guides for Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh — with fiscal tables, zone breakdowns, eligibility rules, and step-by-step application paths.

Each guide includes fiscal tables, eligibility rules, zone or category breakdowns, step-by-step application paths, and state-specific FAQs — so you can compare packages before committing to land.

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Who we advise

  • Hotel & resort developers in any of our 7 covered states
  • Heritage hotel and palace conversion projects (Rajasthan, MP, Gujarat)
  • Homestays, agro-tourism, and eco-lodges
  • MICE centres, convention venues, and wellness resorts
  • New greenfield projects and substantial expansions
  • Developers comparing incentives across states before land acquisition

Application process

How to claim state tourism subsidies

The sequence below applies across India — specific nodal agencies, forms, and deadlines differ by state. We manage the correct workflow for your project.

State-specific guides
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Step 1

State & eligibility mapping

Identify which state tourism policy applies, project category, zone or region tier, and minimum FCI thresholds — before any land commitment.

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Step 2

Pre-land registrations

Register with the state tourism nodal agency and secure stamp duty relief or reimbursement approvals where required prior to land transaction.

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Step 3

Land & development permissions

Complete land purchase or lease, land-use conversion, and building sanction with tourism classification and applicable FAR/FSI concessions.

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Step 4

Tourism unit certification

Obtain MoT category certification, heritage clearance, or state registration certificate to lock in the incentive package.

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Step 5

Construction & compliance

Execute the project per approved plans; maintain documentation for eligible fixed capital investment and pre-COD expenditure.

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Step 6

Commercial operations & claims

After COD, file capital subsidy, stamp duty reimbursement, SGST/GST refund, and electricity duty claims with annual compliance.

FAQ

State tourism policy FAQ

Answers about Gujarat, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra tourism policies for hotel developers

Each Indian state sets its own tourism policy with capital subsidy, stamp duty relief, SGST/GST reimbursement, and registration rules for hotels and resorts. We publish full guides for Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Madhya Pradesh — with fiscal tables, eligibility, and application steps for each state tourism policy.

Professional advisory

Request a project assessment

Complete the confidential intake below for a structured review under your state's tourism policy. Our team will evaluate applicable incentives, regulatory approvals, and the recommended path forward.

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