Program brief
| Benefit | The scheme provides financial assistance for the export of agricultural products. |
|---|---|
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
| Level | Central |
| Run by | Ministry Of Commerce And Industry, Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority |
| Field | Agriculture,Rural & Environment |
| Started | 2021 |
| How to apply | Online |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The scheme provides financial assistance for the export of agricultural products. Eligible applicants are APEDA registered exporters aged between 18 to 80 years. The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.
The Agriculture and Processed Foods Export Promotion Scheme is designed to support the export of agricultural products from India. It is managed by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), which operates under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
This scheme aims to help exporters by providing financial assistance for developing export infrastructure, ensuring quality standards, and promoting market development. It is crucial for enhancing India’s agricultural export capabilities.
The scheme will run from 2021-22 to 2025-26, focusing on various aspects of agricultural exports. It addresses the challenges faced by exporters and aims to improve the overall quality and safety of agricultural products.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Implementing agency | Agricultural And Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) |
| Scheme for | Infra |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Scheme duration | 2021-22 to 2025-26 |
| Direct bank transfer | No |
Benefits
Award value:
- Assistance up to 50% of the total cost, subject to various ceilings such as Rs. 5 lakh for certification and Rs. 20 lakh for specific equipment.
- Assistance up to 75% for exporters from North-Eastern states and certain categories, with a ceiling of Rs. 10 lakh per study for market development.
The tenure of the scheme is from 2021-22 to 2025-26. Payments will be made based on the approved assistance against bank guarantees.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 80 years
Eligibility:
- Academic: APEDA registered exporters.
- Age: 18 to 80 years.
- Income: No specific income limit mentioned.
- Category: Includes exporters from North-Eastern states, SC/ST, women beneficiaries, and others as per the guidelines.
Who cannot apply
- Members not registered with APEDA are not eligible to apply for assistance.
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Application steps
Application steps:
- For Government, PSU, and Others: Submit an online application.
- For Exporters: Submit an online application.
- Upload required documents as specified.
- Institute verification may be needed for certain documents.
- Submit the application.
Common application errors
Common application errors:
- Not submitting the application within 30 days of online submission.
- Failing to provide three quotations for equipment.
- Missing the required signatures from the competent authority on documents.
Questions and answers
What is APEDA?
APEDA is the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority, established to promote agricultural product exports.
Who can apply for the scheme?
APEDA registered exporters aged between 18 to 80 years can apply.
What type of assistance is provided?
Assistance includes financial support for infrastructure development, quality compliance, and market development.
Is there a deadline for applications?
The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.
What documents are needed to apply?
Documents include a Detailed Project Report, land documents, and three supplier quotations.
How is the financial assistance paid?
Payments are made against bank guarantees based on the approved assistance.
Official portal and guidelines
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Documents from the provider
- Guideline apeda.gov.in, PDF
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Filed under
- StateAll India686
- FieldAgriculture,Rural & Environment862
- FunderMinistry Of Commerce And Industry56
- AgencyAgricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority
- LevelCentral707
- Award typeCash2722
- KeywordAgriculture300
- KeywordAPEDA
- KeywordExport Infrastructure
- KeywordExport Promotion
- KeywordFinancial Assistance1213
- KeywordMarket Development3
- KeywordProcessed Food
- KeywordQuality Development
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