Atta / Besan Mill: ₹22.6 lakh Cost, Subsidy & Risks (2026)

As per the government model report, the basic Atta / Besan Mill (500 kg/day) costs ₹22.6 lakh. A mill to make wheat flour, gram flour and rava. 35% subsidy, max ₹10 lakh (PMFME) — up to ₹5.97 lakh sup

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Atta / Besan Mill for ₹22.6 lakh — understand the risk first
Atta / Besan Mill · Basic unit
₹22.6 lakhto start
500 kg/dayCapacity
35%Subsidy
90%Bank loan up to
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As per the government model report, the basic Atta / Besan Mill (500 kg/day) costs ₹22.6 lakh. A mill to make wheat flour, gram flour and rava. 35% subsidy, max ₹10 lakh (PMFME) — up to ₹5.97 lakh support; your share is about ₹2.27 lakh. At the report's prices this unit is still in loss in year 3 — don't start without changes.

Source: NIFTEM PMFME DPR – Sorghum flour · Utkrishi Team · 01-10-2026

01Where will the money come from?

Total cost ₹22.6 lakh

₹2.27 lakhYour share10%
₹14.4 lakhBank loan64%
₹5.97 lakhSubsidy26%

From your pocket only ₹2.27 lakh — the subsidy is credited to your loan account.

What does the money go into?

  • Building/civil₹5.18 lakh
  • Machinery₹8.07 lakh
  • Other/remaining cost₹3.8 lakh
  • Working capital₹5.6 lakh

02Income or loss?

The government model shows a loss. At the report's prices this unit is still in loss in year 3. Go ahead only with cheap raw material, a fixed buyer or your own brand.

Profit depends on these 3 things

  • Raw material/input prices in your district
  • At what price and to whom you will sell
  • How many days a year and at what capacity the unit runs

035 steps to start

  1. Get trainedLearn the work, find buyers
  2. Prepare the siteShed/room, power, water
  3. Get a DPR madeProject report as the bank needs it
  4. Apply for loan + subsidy35% subsidy, max ₹10 lakh (PMFME)
  5. Produce and sellAfter fixing numbers with your prices
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04Who is it right for?

People already in milling or grain trade
People with a brand and shop network
FPOs that can get grain cheaply

053 mistakes that cause losses

Competing with big companies only on price
Losses when grain prices rise
Producing without building a sales network

06Frequently asked questions

Why does this model show a loss?

At the government report's prices, the gap between grain cost and selling price is very small. Changes like your own brand or custom milling are needed.

What government support is there for the Atta / Besan Mill?

35% of eligible cost (machinery, technical civil work), max ₹10 lakh; linked to a bank loan, not on working capital.

Should I start this unit?

The government model shows a loss. Go ahead only if you have cheap raw material, a fixed buyer or your own brand.

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Source: NIFTEM PMFME DPR – Sorghum flour · PIB – PMFME
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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