Tomato Puree Unit for ₹36.6 lakh: Cost & Subsidy (2026)

As per the government model report, the basic Tomato Puree Unit (600 kg/day) costs ₹36.6 lakh. A plant to make tomato puree and ketchup. 35% subsidy, max ₹10 lakh (PMFME) — up to ₹10 lakh support; you

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Tomato Puree Unit for ₹36.6 lakh, about ₹10 lakh subsidy
Tomato Puree Unit · Basic unit
₹36.6 lakhto start
600 kg/dayCapacity
35%Subsidy
~1.5 yrsPayback
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As per the government model report, the basic Tomato Puree Unit (600 kg/day) costs ₹36.6 lakh. A plant to make tomato puree and ketchup. 35% subsidy, max ₹10 lakh (PMFME) — up to ₹10 lakh support; your share is about ₹3.66 lakh. In year 3, sales are about ₹1.02 crore with net profit ~15% of sales (estimate).

Source: KVIC – Tomato puree profile · Utkrishi Team · 01-10-2026

01Where will the money come from?

Total cost ₹36.6 lakh

₹3.66 lakhYour share10%
₹22.9 lakhBank loan63%
₹10 lakhSubsidy27%

From your pocket only ₹3.66 lakh — the subsidy is credited to your loan account.

What does the money go into?

  • Machinery₹30 lakh
  • Other/remaining cost₹1 lakh
  • Working capital₹5.56 lakh

02Income over 5 years

Yearly sales (blue bar) · Net profit (green)

Year 1
₹83.7 lakh
Profit ₹7.89 lakh
Year 2
₹92.8 lakh
Profit ₹11.6 lakh
Year 3
₹1.02 crore
Profit ₹15.9 lakh
Year 4
₹1.13 crore
Profit ₹20.3 lakh
Year 5
₹1.23 crore
Profit ₹25 lakh

net profit ~15% of sales · payback ~1.5 years · Includes interest, depreciation and a 5% yearly rise in costs.

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 sellIncome starts from year 1
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04Who is it right for?

FPOs in tomato-growing areas
Food processing entrepreneurs
Suppliers to hotels and caterers

053 mistakes that cause losses

Not planning raw material for the off-season
Underestimating can and packing costs
Not fixing storage and buyers for finished goods in advance

06Frequently asked questions

What is the capacity of a tomato puree plant?

A basic plant handles 600 kg a day, packed in 1 kg cans.

What government support is there for the Tomato Puree 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 Tomato Puree Unit earn?

In the government model, year-3 sales are about ₹1.02 crore with net profit ~15% of sales; payback ~1.5 years.

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Source: KVIC – Tomato puree profile · 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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