PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME)
Quick Scheme Parameters
Who is this scheme for?
- ●Existing Micro Food Processors
- ●SHG Members in Food Processing
- ●Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
- ●Producer Cooperatives
- ●ODOP Commodity Units
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01 // What is PMFME Micro Food Processing Scheme? (Overview)
The PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme provides financial, technical, and business support for the upgradation of existing unorganized micro food processing units and the creation of common infrastructure under the One District One Product (ODOP) framework.
Who Can Apply & Eligibility Requirements
- ✓Existing individual micro food processing enterprises with operations
- ✓New units involved in One District One Product (ODOP) crops/commodities
- ✓Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), Producer Cooperatives, and Self Help Groups (SHGs)
- ✓Enterprise must possess valid Udyam and FSSAI basic registration
Who is NOT Eligible?
- ✕Large and Medium scale food processing units
- ✕Units operating without statutory food safety (FSSAI) compliance
- ✕Non-food manufacturing activities
02 // Benefits & Financial Assistance / Subsidy Structure
Credit-linked capital subsidy of 35% of eligible project costs with a maximum ceiling of ₹10 Lakhs per micro enterprise, plus seed capital of ₹40,000 per SHG member.
| Beneficiary / Project Tier | Government Subsidy / Cover | Key Terms & Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Individual Micro Food Processing Units | 35% Credit-Linked Subsidy | Maximum subsidy ceiling of ₹10,00,000 per unit. Beneficiary contributes 10% min, remaining funded via bank term loan. |
| Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) & Cooperatives | 35% Capital Subsidy | For establishing common processing facilities, sorting/grading lines, and testing laboratories. |
| Self Help Group (SHG) Seed Capital | ₹40,000 per Member | Working capital and small tool purchases for SHG members engaged in food processing. |
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03 // Required Documents Checklist
04 // How to Apply (Step-by-Step Application Process)
Register on National PMFME MIS Portal
Visit pmfme.mofpi.gov.in and click on "Apply for Individual Enterprise Upgradation".
Select ODOP Product & District
Choose your district One District One Product (ODOP) category and enter existing turnover and proposed machinery details.
Assistance by District Resource Person (DRP)
A certified District Resource Person (DRP) assists you free of cost in preparing your bankable DPR and FSSAI registration.
Bank Loan Sanction & Subsidy Credit
The bank sanctions the term loan and the 35% subsidy is transferred into your bank Subsidy Reserve Fund account.
05 // Official Government Sources & Application Portals
PMFME National MIS Portal
Central portal to apply for individual subsidies, seed capital, and DRP assistance.
Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI)
Parent ministry portal detailing ODOP district lists and guidelines.
myScheme PMFME Directory
Official Government of India portal summary.
06 // Frequently Asked Questions About PMFME Micro Food Processing Scheme
What is the One District One Product (ODOP) approach in PMFME?
Under ODOP, each district across India specializes in a specific agricultural or processed food commodity (such as Mango processing in Ratnagiri or Mustard Oil in Rajasthan). Units processing the designated ODOP commodity receive priority approval and branding assistance.
Do applicants have to pay fees for District Resource Person (DRP) support?
No. Handholding support by certified District Resource Persons (DRPs) for preparing Detailed Project Reports and securing bank loans is fully funded by the Ministry and is completely free for entrepreneurs.
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