Government Subsidy Scheme
PMEGP

Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme

Credit-linked subsidy scheme for generating self-employment through establishment
of micro-enterprises in non-farm sector. Get 15-35% subsidy on project cost.

Who Can Apply?
Age Criteria

Applicant should be above 18 years of age

Education

Minimum 8th pass for projects costing above ₹10 lakh

Business Type

New micro-enterprises in manufacturing, trading, or service sector

Location

Available for both rural and urban areas across India

Special Categories

Additional benefits for SC/ST, women, minorities, and differently-abled

Training

Preference given to candidates who have undergone entrepreneurship training





Key Features
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Attractive Subsidy

Get 15-35% capital subsidy on project cost based on category and location (urban/rural)

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Manufacturing Units

Maximum project cost of ₹50 lakh for manufacturing sector enterprises

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Service Sector

Maximum project cost of ₹20 lakh for business/service sector enterprises

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Employment Generation

Focus on creating sustainable self-employment and job opportunities

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Easy Application

Online application through KVIC portal with minimal documentation

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Pan-India Coverage

Available across all states and union territories through KVIC and state DIC

Scheme Benefits
15% subsidy for general category in urban areas
25% subsidy for general category in rural areas
Collateral-free loan up to ₹10 lakh
Working capital support included
Training and skill development support
Marketing assistance provided
25% subsidy for special category in urban areas
35% subsidy for special category in rural areas
Interest subsidy on term loan
Technology and machinery support
Application Process
01
Online Registration

Register on PMEGP portal and complete online application form

02
Project Report

Submit detailed project report with cost estimates and business plan

03
Bank Processing

Application forwarded to bank for loan sanction and verification

04
Subsidy Release

After loan disbursement, subsidy amount credited to loan account

FAQs
Frequently Asked
Questions
For manufacturing units, the maximum project cost is ₹50 lakh. For business/service sector, it is ₹20 lakh. The subsidy ranges from 15-35% based on category and location.
Special categories (SC/ST, OBC, minorities, women, differently-abled, ex-servicemen, hill and border areas) get 35% subsidy in rural areas and 25% in urban areas.
No collateral is required for projects up to ₹10 lakh. For projects above ₹10 lakh, banks may ask for collateral as per their norms.
After submission of complete documents, the processing typically takes 45-60 days. This includes bank loan sanction and subsidy approval.
PMEGP is meant for new enterprises only. However, if you want to start a new unit in a different sector, you may be eligible. Existing units cannot apply.
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