PMEGP Overview
Up to ₹50 Lakh (manufacturing) / ₹20 Lakh (service)
Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme
Max Amount
Up to ₹50 Lakh (manufacturing) / ₹20 Lakh (service)
Interest Rate
As per bank norms
Tenure
3–7 years (as per project)
Collateral
As per bank policy; subsidy reduces project cost
Eligibility
- Individuals 18+ years (no income ceiling for own project)
- Existing units not eligible (new units only)
- Educational criteria vary by project cost bracket
- Only one person per family eligible for subsidy
Key Benefits
- Margin money subsidy (15–35% of project cost)
- Supports rural and urban employment
- Wide sector coverage
- Implemented through KVIC / DIC / KVIB
Documents
- EDP training certificate (if applicable)
- Project report and cost estimates
- Caste / category certificates (if applicable)
- KYC and address proof
- Quotations for plant & machinery