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PMFME

Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises

Last checked 11 Oct 2026 against the official scheme page. Terms and dates can change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.

35% credit-linked subsidy, capped at Rs 10 lakh per unit

Funding available

Credit-linked capital subsidy of 35% of project cost for micro food processing units, plus seed capital for SHG members. Run by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries.

Eligibility Criteria

Existing individual micro food processing units and SHG/FPO/cooperative groups; the beneficiary contributes at least 10% and a bank loan covers the rest.

What You Get

35% capital subsidy up to Rs 10 lakh
Seed capital for SHG members
Branding and training support

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Quick Facts

Governing Body: Ministry of Food Processing Industries
Ministry / Dept: MoFPI
Level: Central Government
Status: Ongoing

Startup Stage

Early Revenue

Target Sectors

Food processing