PMKSY
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) is a Central Sector Scheme launched by the Government of India and implemented by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI). The scheme aims to modernize the food processing sector, and ensure efficient supply chain management from the farm gate to the retail outlet.
- ☉ Sponsoring Agency/Department: Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI)
- ☉ Eligible Entities:Proprietorship/Partnership/LLP/Pvt Ltd. companies, etc.
Objectives
- ☉ Modernize food processing infrastructure across India.
- ☉ Reduce post-harvest losses and agri-waste.
- ☉ Create effective backwards and forward linkages from farm to market.
- ☉ Generate employment and improve farmer incomes.
- ☉ Increase the competitiveness of Indian food products in global markets.
Eligibility
- ☉ All existing and new food processing units are eligible to apply.
- ☉ Eligible entities include proprietorships, partnerships, LLPs, private limited companies, cooperatives, FPOs, NGOs, SHGs, and government organisations.
- ☉ Projects must focus on plant & machinery and technical civil works related to food processing.
Components and Schemes under PMKSY
PMKSY is an umbrella scheme comprising several sub-schemes to address various needs in the food processing sector:
- ☉ Mega Food Parks: Establishment of large food processing parks with state-of-the-art infrastructure. Grants up to 50% of the eligible project cost (75% for North East, Hill, and Difficult areas), subject to a maximum of ₹50 crore.
- ☉ Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure: Support for cold storage, value addition, and preservation facilities. Grants of 35% to 50% of project cost, up to ₹10 crore.
- ☉ Creation/Expansion of Food Processing & Preservation Capacities (Unit Scheme): Financial assistance for setting up or expanding processing units. Grants of 35% to 50% of project cost, up to ₹5 crore.
- ☉ Agro-Processing Clusters: Development of clusters for collective processing, storage, and marketing.
- ☉ Backwards and Forward Linkages: Infrastructure to connect farmers with processing units and markets.
- ☉ Food Safety and Quality Assurance Infrastructure: Support for labs and certification to ensure product quality.
- ☉ Human Resources and Institutions: Capacity building and training for stakeholders in the food processing sector.
Applicable Grants
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☉ Grants range from 35% to 50% of the eligible project cost, depending on the scheme and location (higher for North East and difficult areas).
- ☉ The maximum grant can go up to ₹5 crore for unit schemes and ₹50 crore for Mega Food Parks.
Application Process
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☉ Applicants must submit detailed project reports, business registration certificates, financial statements, and compliance documents.
- ☉ The process involves eligibility assessment, documentation, and submission to the relevant authorities. Professional consultancy services are available to guide applicants through every step, ensuring faster approvals and maximum benefits.
PMKSY has played a pivotal role in:
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☉ Reducing agri-waste by enabling scientific storage and processing.
- ☉ Increasing farmer incomes through value addition.
- ☉ Generating employment in rural and semi-urban areas.
- ☉ Increasing the export potential of Indian food products.
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PMKSY includes several sub-schemes such as Mega Food Parks, Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure, Creation/Expansion of Food Processing & Preservation Capacities, Agro-Processing Clusters, and Backwards and Forward Linkages.
The scheme offers grants ranging from 35% to 75% of eligible project costs, subject to maximum limits depending on the specific component and project location.
