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PM Formalisation of Micro Food Enterprises
Before you apply: PMFME ran to 2025-26 and was then extended only up to 30 September 2026. In August 2026 the Ministry of Food Processing Industries proposed continuing it for 2026-31, possibly with a higher subsidy ceiling, but no renewal had been approved when this page was checked on 27 September 2026 — confirm on the PMFME portal (pmfme.mofpi.gov.in) that applications are open before applying.
PMFME provides financial and technical support for upgradation of existing micro food processing enterprises to increase competitiveness and achieve formalisation.
Max Benefit35% credit-linked subsidy up to ₹10 Lakh
Benefit TypeCredit-Linked Capital Subsidy
Project Cost RangeUp to ₹30 Lakh
Timeline60–120 days
Check My Eligibility Key Benefits
- Credit-linked capital subsidy of 35% of eligible project cost, up to ₹10 lakh per unit.
- Seed capital of ₹40,000 per self-help-group member for working capital and small tools.
- Support for branding, marketing and common infrastructure for FPOs, SHGs and producer co-operatives.
Who Can Apply
- Micro food-processing units — individuals, proprietorships, partnerships, FPOs, SHGs and producer co-operatives.
- Beneficiary contribution of at least 10% of project cost, with the balance as a bank loan.
- New units, and group units, are supported for One District One Product (ODOP) products; existing individual units can be upgraded for any product.
Eligible Business Types
Manufacturing
MSME Category Applicability
Micro
Eligible Industries
🍽️ Food Processing🌾 Agri & Livestock Processing
How to Apply
- Apply online on the PMFME portal. A District Resource Person helps prepare the project report and loan application.
- Once the bank sanctions the loan, the subsidy is released into the loan account.
Apply at: PMFME portal
Required Documents
- Udyam Registration
- FSSAI License
- Aadhaar
- PAN
- Bank Loan Sanction
- DPR
Stacking Compatibility
This scheme can be combined with the following for higher total benefits:
Common Rejection Reasons
- New unit (not existing)
- Non-food processing activity
- Missing FSSAI license
Subsidy Setu's DPR preparation process addresses all common rejection points before filing.