PMFME (Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises)
What is PMFME?
PMFME stands for Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises. It is a Government of India scheme launched in 2020 by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.
The scheme supports small and micro food processing businesses such as pickle making, dairy products, spices, bakery, snacks, fruit processing, etc. It helps them become organized businesses and grow with financial and technical support.
Main Objectives
- Formalize unorganized micro food processing units
- Provide financial assistance and subsidy
- Improve food safety, quality, and packaging
- Support branding and marketing of local products
- Promote One District One Product (ODOP) concept
- Generate employment in rural areas
Key Benefits
- 35% Subsidy on Project Cost
- Up to ₹10 lakh subsidy per unit for upgrading or setting up food processing units.
- Seed Capital for SHG Members
- Around ₹40,000 per member for working capital and small tools.
- Training and Skill Development
- Technical training on food processing, hygiene, and quality standards.
- Marketing & Branding Support
- Help with product branding, packaging, and marketing
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants include:
- Individual food processing entrepreneurs
- Self Help Groups (SHGs)
- Farmer-Producer Organizations (FPOs)
- Cooperatives
- Partnership firms and small companies
Scheme Budget
- Total budget: ₹10,000 crore
- Duration: 2020–2025
- Target: Support about 2 lakh micro food processing units in India.
💡 Example businesses supported
- Pickle manufacturing
- Flour mill
- Dairy processing
- Spices grinding
- Fruit & vegetable processing
- Snack manufacturing
✅ Since you mentioned earlier you want to start a food & beverage dropshipping business, this scheme can also help if you plan to start your own food processing or packaging unit in the future.