Dal Mill for ₹17.7 lakh: Cost, Subsidy & Income (2026)
As per the government model report, the basic Dal Mill (200 kg/hour) costs ₹17.7 lakh. A plant to clean pulses like chana and make dal. 3% interest relief (AIF), no subsidy; your share is about ₹1.77
As per the government model report, the basic Dal Mill (200 kg/hour) costs ₹17.7 lakh. A plant to clean pulses like chana and make dal. 3% interest relief (AIF), no subsidy; your share is about ₹1.77 lakh, the rest is a bank loan. In year 3, sales are about ₹2.55 crore with net profit ~2% of sales (estimate).
01Where will the money come from?
Total cost ₹17.7 lakh
From your pocket only ₹1.77 lakh — the rest is a bank loan with 3% interest relief.
What does the money go into?
- Machinery₹5.78 lakh
- Other/remaining cost₹2.5 lakh
- Working capital₹9.44 lakh
02Income over 5 years
Yearly sales (blue bar) · Net profit (green)
net profit ~2% of sales · payback ~2.8 years · Includes interest, depreciation and a 5% yearly rise in costs.
035 steps to start
- Get trainedLearn the work, find buyers
- Prepare the siteShed/room, power, water
- Get a DPR madeProject report as the bank needs it
- Apply for bank loan3% interest relief (AIF), no subsidy
- Produce and sellIncome starts from year 1
04Who is it right for?
053 mistakes that cause losses
06Frequently asked questions
Why is the profit so low?
A dal mill has big sales but a small margin; selling husk and broken bits (chuni) and having your own brand help.
What government support is there for the Dal Mill?
No direct subsidy; 3% yearly interest relief on loans up to ₹2 crore (up to 7 years) plus credit guarantee.
How much can the Dal Mill earn?
In the government model, year-3 sales are about ₹2.55 crore with net profit ~2% of sales; payback ~2.8 years.
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Last checked: 01-10-2026. Figures are based on government model reports and are indicative; get fresh quotes and local prices before the DPR. The bank decides the loan/subsidy — we help you prepare. Depends on the scheme continuing.
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