§1Who it is for
- Producers and enterprises making the identified traditional food product of their district
Useful if
Small food makers of district specialities.
Do not spend time on it if
Non-food products.
§2Eligibility
- At least 18 years
No minimum education
- Not a defaulter of any nationalised bank / financial / government institution
- Unit linked to the identified ODOC product of the district
- One benefit per applicant/family as per SOP
§3Benefits
- Support for new/expansion units: machinery, packaging, deep freezers, reefer vans, mini cold rooms, food-testing equipment, cloud kitchens; marketing, exhibitions; training via FSSAI, CFTRI, NIFTEM, FICSI (amounts are in the GO, — see the official guideline.)
§4Norms — pattern of assistance
- Own contribution: 10% of project cost (general); 5% for SC, ST, OBC, minorities, women, persons with disabilities
§5Documents
Not published
The guideline does not list the documents. Ask the portal or bank before you apply — we do not make up lists.
§6How to apply
- 1
Apply online on the departmental portal as per the SOP
§7Pros and cons
Merits
- Covers food-specific needs like cold chain, testing and shelf life
Demerits
- Subsidy amounts are only in the GO PDF; not on the page
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Checked on 18 October 2026. For information only — confirm with the department or bank. Spotted a mistake? Report it.