How to Apply for PM-FME Micro Food Units 2026

About This Guide

Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PM-FME) launched 2020. 35% subsidy capped ₹10 lakh on credit-linked grant for micro food enterprises. ODOP (One District One Product) focus. Plus seed capital for SHGs ₹40,000/member, FPO/cooperative ₹10L. Credit + skill + branding. Apply at pmfme.mofpi.gov.in.

Eligibility Criteria

• Micro food enterprise (existing or new)
• Investment up to ₹50L (excluding land)
• SHGs, FPOs, cooperatives, individual entrepreneurs
• Indian citizen
• Local food product (ODOP preferred)
• Credit-linked (loan from bank)

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

• Aadhaar
• PAN
• Udyam Registration (mandatory)
• GST (if applicable)
• Project report
• Bank loan sanction (or in-principle)
• Plant + machinery quotations
• Land documents
• Caste/Gender certificates (priority)
• PHED/FSSAI license

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Key Benefits

• 35% subsidy up to ₹10L
• SHG seed capital ₹40K/member
• FPO grant ₹10L
• ODOP priority
• Skill training
• Branding + packaging support
• Marketing assistance
• GeM portal preference
• Export support
• 3-year lock-in only

What Happens After Application?

Approval 60-180 days. Loan + subsidy disbursed. Run business with PM-FME ongoing support.

Frequently Asked Questions

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