SIMEST 'India Package': Export and Investment Programme operational 

It has been active since 16 September 2025 The India Package managed by SIMEST on behalf of MAECI, with the aim of strengthening development and capitalisation of Italian companies with strategic interests in the Indian market.

Who can access

Companies of any size, with registered and operational headquarters in Italy and at least two deposited balance sheets.

Eligible expenses

• Machinery, plant and capital goods (purchase/leasing)

• Computer programmes, hardware and software

• Real estate (purchase/rental)

• Training

• Consulting

Benefits provided

• Financing until 6 years to subsidised rate 0.321%

• Non-repayable grant until 10% (until 20% For Innovative SMEs/Start-ups or based in Southern regions)

How Octagona can support you

Thanks to the support of our offices and teams in Indiawe can support you all the way: assessment and eligibility check, project dossier, go-to-market, compliance (incl. BIS certification), set-up and execution local.

Request a pre-assessment of your India project and plan your application with our consultants. Contact us for more information.