Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme guidelines are available to download in PDF format at pmfme.mofpi.gov.in. The scheme is accepting applications for credit-linked subsidy and other support components, and has been extended till September 30, 2026.
PMFME Scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme launched by Ministry of Food Processing Industries on 29 June 2020 under Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan. It supports the Vocal for Local vision in the food processing sector by providing financial, technical and business support to micro food processing units. The scheme runs with an outlay of Rs. 10,000 crore and aims to bring 2 lakh micro food processing units into the formal sector.
PMFME Scheme Guidelines
The scheme follows the One District One Product (ODOP) approach to scale up procurement, services and marketing. States identify products with priority on perishables such as fruits, vegetables, spices, fisheries and traditional foods like honey and turmeric. Support is focused on processing, storage, branding and reducing wastage. New enterprises are eligible only for ODOP products, while capital investment is prioritised for existing ODOP units.
As per the latest update, the Ministry of Food Processing Industries has moved a proposal to extend the scheme for five more years with revised guidelines. The proposed changes include raising the credit-linked capital subsidy ceiling beyond the existing upper limit of Rs. 10 lakh per unit, giving preference to women entrepreneurs and enterprises in hilly regions, and focusing more on branding and marketing support.
Key Benefits
PMFME Scheme offers several support components for micro food processing units, self-help groups and producer organisations. The main benefits are listed below.
- Credit-linked capital subsidy of 35% of the eligible project cost with a ceiling of Rs. 10 lakh per unit for upgradation of infrastructure and capacity addition. Minimum 10% beneficiary contribution is required, with the balance covered through a bank loan.
- Seed capital of Rs. 40,000 per SHG member for working capital and small tools. Priority is given to SHGs working on ODOP products, and the amount is given at the federation level as a repayable loan to members.
- On-site skill training and handholding through capacity building and training programmes. As of June 2025, 1,16,666 beneficiaries have been trained across the country under the scheme.
- Special focus on women entrepreneurs and aspirational districts. Women-led enterprises make up around 40% of all beneficiaries under the scheme.
- Transition from the unorganized sector to the formal sector, with support for branding, marketing and common infrastructure.
You can also fill up the PM FME Scheme Online Registration Form at the pmfme.mofpi.gov.in portal.
Official guidelines PDF
The full implementation guidelines of the PMFME Scheme are available in PDF format on the official portal. Applicants should read the guidelines before preparing their Detailed Project Report (DPR). The DPR must include project details such as product profile, strategy, quality control, aggregation of produce, packaging and branding, pricing, promotion, storage and marketing channels.
Download the official scheme guidelines PDF from the PMFME Scheme Guidelines PDF page on the Ministry of Food Processing Industries website.
Eligibility
Existing micro food processing units, groups of micro-enterprises, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and producer cooperatives are eligible to apply under the scheme. New enterprises can apply only for ODOP products. The scheme is open to units that want to upgrade infrastructure, add capacity or set up new processing units in line with the scheme norms.
Official website
The official website of the PMFME Scheme is pmfme.mofpi.gov.in. Applicants can register on the portal, prepare the Detailed Project Report, and submit the application with supporting documents for bank appraisal.
FAQ's
Is the PMFME Scheme still running in 2026?
Yes. The scheme has been extended till September 30, 2026. The Ministry of Food Processing Industries is also moving a proposal to continue it for five more years with revised guidelines.
What is the subsidy amount under the PMFME Scheme?
Eligible micro-enterprises get a credit-linked capital subsidy of 35% of the project cost, capped at Rs. 10 lakh per unit. The beneficiary has to contribute a minimum of 10% of the project cost.
Where can I download the PMFME Scheme guidelines PDF?
The guidelines PDF is available on the official portal at pmfme.mofpi.gov.in. You can also download it directly from the PMFME Scheme Guidelines PDF link given above.
Who can apply under the PMFME Scheme?
Existing micro food processing units, groups, FPOs, SHGs and producer cooperatives can apply. New enterprises can apply only for ODOP products.
