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Dehydrated Fruits & Veg — Project Report (DPR), Subsidy and Bank Loan
Dehydrate produce for long shelf life and premium pricing — a low-entry PMFME option.
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Basic plant at a glance
| Capacity | 100 kg/batch |
|---|---|
| Building / civil | ₹2 lakh |
| Machinery / equipment | ₹18 lakh |
| Other fixed costs | ₹6 lakh |
| Working capital | ₹4 lakh |
| Total project cost | ₹30 lakh |
| Space needed (approx.) | 800–2,000 sq.ft |
Where the money comes from
| Scheme | 35% subsidy, max ₹10 lakh (PMFME) |
|---|---|
| Estimated subsidy | ₹9.1 lakh (back-ended, linked to the loan) |
| Your share | ₹3 lakh |
| Bank loan | ₹17.9 lakh |
Income estimate (year 3)
| Estimated yearly sales | ₹95.5 lakh |
|---|---|
| Profit | net profit ~18% of sales |
| Payback | payback ~1.4 years |
Figures are based on government model reports (PMFME/NIFTEM, KVIC, NABARD, NHB/MIDH, PMMSY etc.) and are indicative. Fresh quotes and local prices are taken before the DPR.
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Watch on YouTubeWhat Utkrishi will do
Includes: dryer choice, bankable DPR, PMFME scheme, suppliers and packaging guidance.
- Plan — Size and cost for your scale
- DPR — Report in the bank and scheme format
- Fund — The right scheme and loan file
- Connect — Trusted suppliers and trainers
- Launch — Support from setup to start
Documents usually needed for a loan
- Aadhaar, PAN, 6–12 months of bank statements
- Land/site papers or rent agreement
- Udyam registration (plus FSSAI for food processing)
- Machine/setup quotations and a bank-ready DPR
Frequently asked questions
Is the loan or subsidy guaranteed?
No. The bank and the department decide. We prepare the file properly to improve your chances.
When does the subsidy come?
In most schemes the subsidy is back-ended — it is credited to the loan account after the loan is sanctioned and the unit is set up.
Can I start small?
Yes, this basic plant is the smallest bankable unit. Starting small after training is safer.
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Chat on WhatsAppCall +91 86250 77758The bank decides the loan/subsidy — we help you prepare. Depends on the scheme continuing.