Agriculture And Processed Foods Export Promotion Scheme Of APEDA For The 15th Finance Commission Cycle (2021-22 To 2025-26)

• Assistance for export infrastructure development: up to 40% of costs, maximum Rs. 200 lakhs.
• Quality development assistance: up to 50% of costs, maximum Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 20 lakh per certification.
• Market development assistance: up to 50% of costs, maximum Rs. 10 lakhs per study.

The benefits are paid after the completion of the project and submission of necessary documents, subject to APEDA's approval.

• Must be aged between 18 and 80.
• Must be a registered exporter with APEDA.
• For SC/ST and women beneficiaries, specific conditions apply.
• Must meet the requirements for APEDA scheduled products.
• Must submit the application online and follow up with required documents within 30 days.

• Individuals or organizations not registered with APEDA cannot apply.

• Certificate of incorporation or registration.
• Annual reports and audited financial statements for the last two years.
• Three quotations for equipment purchases.
• Detailed project report (DPR) and appraisal notes if applicable.

1. Visit the online application portal.
2. Complete the registration process.
3. Fill in the application form with required details.
4. Attach all necessary documents.
5. Submit the application.

To check the status of your application, log in to the application portal using your credentials. You can also contact APEDA's helpline for assistance.

Example 1: Ramesh runs a fruit export business and is registered with APEDA. He applies for assistance to set up a cold storage facility and is eligible because he meets all criteria.

Example 2: Sita is a farmer who wants to export organic vegetables but is not registered with APEDA. She is not eligible because registration is mandatory.

• Not submitting the application within the 30-day window after online submission.
• Failing to include required documents, leading to application rejection.
• Not providing three quotations for equipment, which is mandatory.
• Submitting incomplete or incorrect information in the application form.
• Ignoring the specific eligibility criteria for SC/ST and women beneficiaries.