Millet Flour Unit for ₹18.5 lakh: Cost & Subsidy (2026)
As per the government model report, the basic Millet Flour Unit (500 kg/day) costs ₹18.5 lakh. A plant to make bajra, jowar and ragi flour. 35% subsidy, max ₹10 lakh (PMFME) — up to ₹5.83 lakh support
As per the government model report, the basic Millet Flour Unit (500 kg/day) costs ₹18.5 lakh. A plant to make bajra, jowar and ragi flour. 35% subsidy, max ₹10 lakh (PMFME) — up to ₹5.83 lakh support; your share is about ₹1.85 lakh. In year 3, sales are about ₹65.7 lakh with net profit ~15% of sales (estimate).
01Where will the money come from?
Total cost ₹18.5 lakh
From your pocket only ₹1.85 lakh — the subsidy is credited to your loan account.
What does the money go into?
- Building/civil₹5.18 lakh
- Machinery₹7.68 lakh
- Other/remaining cost₹3.8 lakh
- Working capital₹1.86 lakh
02Income over 5 years
Yearly sales (blue bar) · Net profit (green)
net profit ~15% of sales · payback ~1.1 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 loan + subsidy35% subsidy, max ₹10 lakh (PMFME)
- Produce and sellIncome starts from year 1
04Who is it right for?
053 mistakes that cause losses
06Frequently asked questions
Why does millet flour spoil quickly?
It contains oil; small packs and quick sales are needed.
What government support is there for the Millet Flour Unit?
35% of eligible cost (machinery, technical civil work), max ₹10 lakh; linked to a bank loan, not on working capital.
How much can the Millet Flour Unit earn?
In the government model, year-3 sales are about ₹65.7 lakh with net profit ~15% of sales; payback ~1.1 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.
Utkrishi Team
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