What is the Rajasthan Tourism Unit Policy 2025 (RTUP 2025)?
Rajasthan Tourism Unit Policy 2025 (RTUP 2025) promotes investment in hotels, heritage properties, resorts, wellness centres, and thematic tourism across the state. Tourism units registered under RTUP 2025 automatically become eligible for fiscal benefits under Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS 2024).
Rajasthan is uniquely strong for heritage hotel conversions — forts, palaces, and havelis built before 1950 can qualify under heritage hotel provisions with exemptions from standard minimum investment in certain cases.
Key non-fiscal benefits include double Floor Area Ratio (FAR) without betterment levy, industrial electricity tariff, and time-bound land conversion and building plan approvals.
Policy snapshot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Policy name | Rajasthan Tourism Unit Policy 2025 (RTUP 2025) |
| Short name | RTUP 2025 |
| State | Rajasthan |
| Notified | 2025 |
| Valid until | Policy period per RTUP notification |
| Reference | Integrated with Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS 2024) |
| Nodal agency | Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan |
| Application portal | Rajasthan Single Window System (RSWS) / tourism registration portal |
Fiscal incentives at a glance
| Incentive | Rate / benefit | How it works |
|---|---|---|
| Stamp Duty | 75% exemption + 25% reimbursement | On eligible land transactions for tourism units |
| Conversion & Development Charges | 100% exemption | Land conversion and development charge relief |
| Capital Subsidy (via RIPS) | 10–20% of eligible FCI | Disbursed over 10 years; annual ceiling ₹10–15 Cr |
| SGST Reimbursement (via RIPS) | 75% of net SGST | Up to 10 years; alternative to capital subsidy option |
| Interest Subsidy | As per RIPS 2024 | Term loan interest subvention for eligible enterprises |
| Electricity Duty | 100% exemption | 7 years under RIPS for eligible units |
Zones, regions & categories in Rajasthan
Incentive rates in Rajasthan vary by location, project size, and unit category. Use the table below as a planning reference — confirm your classification with the nodal agency before land acquisition.
| Category | Coverage | Capital / SGST | Stamp duty | FAR / other |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category 1 areas | Developed / urban tourism centres | 10% capital or 75% SGST | 75% stamp duty exemption | Double FAR |
| Category 2 areas | Other districts / aspirational areas | 15% capital or 75% SGST | 75% stamp duty exemption | Enhanced package |
| Category 3 / remote | Remote and priority tourism areas | Up to 20% capital | 75% stamp duty exemption | Maximum incentives |
| Heritage hotels | Forts, palaces, havelis (pre-1950) | Heritage-specific thresholds | Conversion charge exemption | Architecture preservation rules |
Eligible tourism units in Rajasthan
Hotels
Minimum 10 lettable rooms, 500 sqm land, ₹2 Cr investment
Resorts & Health Resorts
Minimum 10 rooms, 8,000 sqm land, ₹2 Cr investment; wellness/yoga/naturopathy focus
Heritage Hotels
Historic buildings (pre-1.1.1950) certified under Rajasthan Heritage Policy; new construction capped at 50% of built-up area
Amusement & Theme Parks
Minimum 10,000 sqm, ₹5 Cr investment
MICE & Convention
Convention centres and exhibition spaces meeting RTUP thresholds
Agro & Rural Tourism
Farm stays, rural tourism, eco-tourism units under RTUP categories
Capital investment subsidy rules
- Register under RTUP 2025 before claiming RIPS 2024 fiscal benefits
- Choose Option I (SGST reimbursement) OR Option II (capital subsidy) — not both
- Capital subsidy disbursed in 10 annual installments with ceilings
- First 3 years: up to ₹10 Cr per annum; years 4–7: up to ₹15 Cr per annum
- Eligible fixed capital investment as defined under RIPS 2024
Stamp duty & registration in Rajasthan
- Benefit: 75% exemption at transaction; 25% reimbursable
- Applies to: Sale deeds; Lease deeds; Land conversion instruments
- Timing: Apply before land registration; conversion charge exemption parallel
FSI / FAR & development regulations
Double FAR (4.0) for eligible tourism units without betterment levy
Significant density advantage for hotel and resort projects vs standard commercial FAR
Non-fiscal benefits
- Double Floor Area Ratio (FAR of 4) without betterment levy
- Industrial tariff for electricity
- Time-bound land conversion and building plan approval
- Composite bar license at subsidized rates (excise policy)
- Trade and hotel/restaurant licenses for 10 years at a time
- Single-window clearance through RSWS
Incentive deep-dives — Rajasthan
Detailed guides on stamp duty, capital subsidy, SGST/GST, heritage hotels, and location-specific incentives under Rajasthan Tourism Unit Policy 2025 (RTUP 2025).
Heritage hotel subsidy · Stamp duty exemption · Capital vs SGST choice · Double FAR entitlement
How to apply for Rajasthan tourism subsidies
Full step-by-step application guide for Rajasthan →
Step 1 — RTUP registration
Register tourism unit under Rajasthan Tourism Unit Policy 2025 with project details, land documents, and DPR.
Step 2 — Land conversion & stamp duty benefit
Apply for land use conversion and stamp duty exemption (75%) before or at registration of land transaction.
Step 3 — Building plan sanction
Obtain building permission with double FAR entitlement where applicable; heritage projects require heritage clearance.
Step 4 — RIPS benefit selection
Elect capital subsidy or SGST reimbursement track under RIPS 2024 and file enterprise registration.
Step 5 — COD and annual claims
After commercial operations, file annual claims with CA-certified statements and supporting documents.
Key conditions for all incentives
- Tourism unit registration under RTUP 2025 mandatory
- Heritage hotels must retain original architecture
- Minimum investment and land area thresholds by unit type
- Commercial operations within policy-defined timelines
- Annual compliance for RIPS incentive claims
Frequently asked questions — Rajasthan hotel subsidies
What is RTUP 2025 for hotel developers in Rajasthan?
Rajasthan Tourism Unit Policy 2025 (RTUP 2025) registers tourism units for stamp duty exemption (75%), conversion charge relief, double FAR without betterment levy, and access to RIPS 2024 fiscal benefits including capital subsidy (10–20%) or 75% SGST reimbursement for up to 10 years.
Can heritage hotels claim subsidies in Rajasthan?
Yes. Heritage hotels in forts, palaces, and havelis built before 1950 certified under the Rajasthan Heritage Policy qualify with heritage-specific investment thresholds. New construction is capped at 50% of total built-up area and original architecture must be preserved.
Capital subsidy or SGST reimbursement — which should I choose?
RTUP-registered units elect either RIPS Option I (75% SGST reimbursement for up to 10 years) OR Option II (capital subsidy of 10–20% disbursed over 10 years). You cannot claim both. The better option depends on your projected SGST liability versus eligible fixed capital investment.
What are the minimum requirements for a hotel under RTUP 2025?
Standard hotels need minimum 10 lettable rooms, 500 sqm land, and ₹2 crore investment. Resorts and health resorts require 10 rooms, 8,000 sqm land, and ₹2 crore FCI. Register under RTUP before claiming RIPS benefits.
Official Rajasthan tourism resources
Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan — official portal →