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Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP)

Bank loan with a 15–35% government subsidy to set up a new micro enterprise.

SUBSIDYCentralMinistry of MSME / KVIC

Target group

First-time entrepreneurs aged 18+ starting a manufacturing or service unit.

Benefits

  • Project cost up to ₹50 lakh (manufacturing) and ₹20 lakh (service)
  • Margin money subsidy 15–35% depending on category and area
  • Own contribution only 5–10%

Eligibility

  • Indian citizen aged 18+
  • New unit only
  • Class 8 pass for projects above ₹10 lakh (manufacturing)
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