GovernmentCentral (Ministry of Food Processing Industries) Verified 2026-07-05

PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME)

35% credit-linked capital subsidy on eligible project cost for individual micro enterprises (max Rs 10 lakh); seed capital of Rs 40,000 per SHG member for working capital and small tools; support for common infrastructure, branding and marketing for FPOs/SHGs/cooperatives.

Maximum benefit value

₹10 L

Eligibility

  • Existing micro food processing enterprises employing fewer than 10 workers
  • Individual applicant should be above 18 years and at least VIII standard pass
  • Only one person per family eligible for financial assistance
  • FPOs, SHGs, cooperatives and their federations also eligible

How to apply

Apply online via the PMFME portal (pmfme.mofpi.gov.in). Individual micro units, FPOs, SHGs and cooperatives submit applications; District Resource Persons provide handholding support for DPR preparation and bank loan linkage.

Required documents

  • Aadhaar
  • PAN
  • Bank account details
  • Detailed Project Report (DPR)
  • Proof of existing enterprise / business registration

Official sources

Verification notes

Verified on pmfme.mofpi.gov.in and myscheme.gov.in. 35% subsidy capped at Rs 10 lakh and Rs 40,000 seed capital per SHG member confirmed. [AI-gathered from official sources on 2026-07-05; needs team review]