What you get
| Component | Support |
|---|---|
| Individual micro units | 35% credit-linked capital subsidy on eligible project cost, maximum ₹10 lakh per unit |
| Common infrastructure for FPOs / SHGs / co-operatives | 35%, maximum ₹3 crore |
| Seed capital for SHG members | ₹40,000 per member for working capital and small tools |
| Branding and marketing (groups) | Up to 50% grant |
Process
- Register on the PMFME portal; a district resource person helps with the DPR.
- The application is checked at district level and sent to the bank.
- The bank sanctions the loan; the subsidy is released against it.
Larger food units (above micro size) can look at Maharashtra's industrial incentives under MIISP-2025 and central schemes, depending on the product.
Common questions
Who can apply for PMFME?
Individual micro food-processing units (proprietorship or partnership), new or upgrading, and groups such as FPOs, SHGs and co-operatives.
Is the 35% paid upfront?
No. It is credit-linked: the bank sanctions the loan, and the subsidy is released against it.
Source: PMFME scheme guidelines; Lok Sabha reply AU636 dated 06.02.2025.