HRDC Refund Mauritius – Complete Guide to Training Grant System
Learn how your business can recover up to 75% of training costs through the HRDC Training Levy refund. Step-by-step guide, forms, deadlines, and how DNB can help.
What is the HRDC Training Levy Refund?
Every registered employer in Mauritius contributes a monthly Training Levy (1% of payroll). The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) manages this fund and allows employers to claim back a portion of approved training costs through the Training Grant System. This means your company can invest in upskilling employees while recovering a significant part of the investment.
Key benefits of the HRDC refund:
- ✔ Recover up to 75% of training costs (90% for AI-focused courses)
- ✔ Reduce the financial burden of staff development
- ✔ Improve team performance and compliance at lower cost
- ✔ DNB handles the paperwork – we guide you through every step
Eligibility & Refund Rates
To be eligible for the HRDC refund, your company must be registered with the HRDC and contribute monthly to the Training Levy. The refund rate depends on your annual levy contribution from the previous financial year.
Refund rates by annual levy paid
| Annual Levy Paid (Previous Financial Year) | HRDC Refund Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to Rs 20,000 | 75% |
| Above Rs 20,000 up to Rs 100,000 | 75% |
| Above Rs 100,000 | 70% |
| AI-focused courses (from 1 July 2024) | 90% |
*Refund rates are subject to the employer’s annual grant ceiling. Source: HRDC Training Grant System.[reference:0]
Annual Grant Ceiling (maximum refund per year)
| Annual Levy Paid (Previous Financial Year) | Maximum Grant Refund (Annual Grant Ceiling) |
|---|---|
| Up to Rs 20,000 | 15 times levy contribution |
| Above Rs 20,000 up to Rs 100,000 | 5 times levy contribution (max Rs 400,000 for first Rs 20,000) |
| Above Rs 100,000 | 2 times levy contribution (for first Rs 100,000 as above) |
*An online grant ceiling calculator is available on the HRDC portal.[reference:1]
How to claim your HRDC refund – step by step
📄 Step 1: Submit G1 Application Form (Before training)
Before your employees start a course, you must submit a G1 form via the HRDC Online Training Grant System. Deadlines vary by training type:
- Local Training Scheme: at least 3 working days before start
- Structured Online / In-house / E‑Learning: at least 5 working days before start
- Overseas Training: at least 10 working days before start
We help employers with the G1 form – just ask.
📚 Step 2: Complete the approved training with DNB
Choose any MQA-approved, HRDC-refundable course from DNB’s catalogue – HR, leadership, business administration, employment law, or corporate training. Attend the course and ensure attendance is recorded.
💰 Step 3: Submit G3 Application Form (After training)
After course completion, submit the G3 form along with supporting documents (certificates, attendance sheets, invoices). Deadlines for submission:
- Courses ending 01 July – 31 December: submit by 15 April of the following year
- Courses ending 01 January – 30 June: submit by 15 October of the same year
DNB assists with documentation and can submit attendance sheets directly to HRDC within 12 hours of course completion (as per new guidelines from 1 July 2024).[reference:2]
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Frequently asked questions
❓ What is the deadline for G1 submission?
At least 3 working days before course start for local training, and 5 working days for online/in-house/e‑learning.
❓ Can I claim HRDC refund as an individual?
Only employers can claim the refund. However, you can ask your employer to sponsor your training and claim the levy.
❓ Are all DNB courses HRDC refundable?
Yes. Every MQA-approved course in our catalogue is eligible for HRDC refund.
❓ How long does it take to receive the refund?
Typically 4–8 weeks after submitting the G3 form, depending on HRDC processing times.
❓ Do you help with the paperwork?
Absolutely. We guide employers through G1 and G3 forms, provide necessary documents, and submit attendance sheets directly to HRDC.