Description: The scheme aims to encourage entrepreneurs in the food and agriculture sectors by providing skill-based training and financial linkage for business development. Priority will be given to projects that are environment-friendly, with emphasis on energy conservation and export-oriented and help in getting bank loans of up to Rs.5.00 lakh for business start-up. Capital subsidy will be given up to a maximum of Rs.2.00 lakh or 40% of the project estimate.20% of the project estimate will be the entrepreneur’s contribution.

Eligibility Degree/Diploma/ITI/ Apprenticeship from recognized institutions. Preference will be given to Agriculture Graduates. All economically viable agro-based activities such as value addition, food processing and packaging will be assisted Documents

1. PAN Card 2. Aadhaar 3. Address Proof 4. Utility Certificate (Address) 5. Bank Passbook Details 6. Price Note for Machines to be Installed 7. Educational Qualification Certificates 8. Certificate of Competence of Skilled Training 9. CIBIL Report