About this scheme
A modified PLI track specifically for MSME food processors with smaller investment thresholds. Capital subsidy on branded product manufacturing + branding & marketing co-funding.
What you get
- 30% capital subsidy on plant & machinery (max Rs. 15 lakh)
- Branding & marketing 50% co-funding (max Rs. 5 lakh)
- 6-year hand-holding from project start
- Convergence with PM FME credit-linked subsidy
- FSSAI registration assistance
- Brand-building masterclasses + design support
Who qualifies
MSME food processors with own brand or proposed brand. Minimum Rs. 5 lakh investment in plant. Project cost up to Rs. 1 Cr eligible for higher subsidy slab.
Industries (NIC divisions)
Food processingBeverages
Business types
ProprietorshipsPartnershipsPrivate LimitedLLPs
Available across India (central scheme).
How to apply
- 1Register on PMFME portal
- 2Engage District Resource Person
- 3Submit DPR with brand strategy
- 4State Nodal Agency evaluation
- 5Bank loan + subsidy disbursement in tranches
- 63-year operational continuity required
Key terms and conditions
- 30% capital subsidy back-end credit-linked
- 5-7% branding & marketing co-funded for 3 years
- FSSAI + Udyam mandatory
- Annual sales reporting
What disqualifies you
- White-label / unbranded processing excluded
- Pure trading not eligible
- Tobacco / pan masala excluded
Documents typically required
- Udyam
- Branded product samples
- Brand strategy doc
- Project report
The content above is compiled from public information published by the scheme authority. Eligibility, benefits, and procedures are subject to change. Confirm details directly with the official portal before applying. BharatSeal does not process scheme applications.