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

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Updated 25 Oct 20263 min readFigures matched to the official listingHow we write

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    About this scheme

    The Agriculture And Processed Foods Export Promotion Scheme of APEDA supports exporters of agri-products with financial assistance for infrastructure, quality, and market development. 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 a central government initiative aimed at enhancing the export of agricultural products. It is managed by the Agricultural And Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

    This scheme provides financial assistance to exporters to help them overcome challenges in international trade. It focuses on developing export infrastructure, ensuring quality compliance, and promoting market access.

    This scheme is crucial for boosting India’s agricultural exports, thereby supporting farmers and related businesses across the country.

    More from the official listing

    Implementing agency
    Agricultural And Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
    Scheme for
    Infra
    Launched
    26 Oct 2021
    DBT (direct bank transfer)
    No
    Launched on
    26 Oct 2021
    Direct bank transfer
    No

    What you get

    What you get:

    • Assistance of up to 50% of the total cost, subject to a ceiling of Rs. 5 lakh and Rs. 20 lakh per certification.
    • Assistance of up to 50% of the total cost, subject to a ceiling of Rs. 10 lakhs per study per beneficiary for market development.
    • Assistance of up to 75% for exporters from difficult areas, with a ceiling of Rs. 10 lakhs per study.

    The assistance is not provided through direct bank transfer.

    Who can apply

    Who can apply:

    • You must be between 18 and 80 years old.
    • You should be an APEDA registered exporter.
    • Your organization can include state agencies, trade bodies, cooperatives, or individual farmers.
    • Your unit must comply with the NPOP requirements for organic products, if applicable.

    Who cannot apply

    • Members not registered with APEDA cannot apply for assistance.

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    How to apply

    How to apply:

    1. For Government and PSU: Submit an online application on the specified portal.
    2. For Exporters: Submit an online application on the specified portal.

    Dates to note

    Started on
    26 Oct 2021

    Worked examples

    Find the case closest to your own.

    Qualifies

    A registered exporter aged 30 applies for assistance for developing export infrastructure. They meet all eligibility criteria and can receive financial help.

    Does not qualify

    A farmer aged 17 applies for assistance. They do not qualify because they are below the minimum age requirement of 18.

    Each case is only a guide. The official order decides, so confirm before you apply.

    Common slips

    • Overlooking the requirement to be registered with APEDA.
    • Failing to submit the necessary documents within 30 days of the online application.
    • Not obtaining three quotations for equipment as required.

    Questions readers ask

    What is the purpose of the scheme?

    The scheme aims to facilitate the export of agricultural products by providing financial assistance to exporters.

    Who manages the scheme?

    The scheme is managed by the Agricultural And Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA).

    What types of assistance are available?

    Assistance is available for developing export infrastructure, ensuring quality compliance, and market development.

    Is there a closing date for applications?

    The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.

    What documents do I need to apply?

    You need documents like a certificate of incorporation, financial statements, and land documents.

    Can individual farmers apply?

    Yes, individual farmers can apply if they are registered with APEDA.

    What is the age limit for applicants?

    Applicants must be between 18 and 80 years old.

    What happens if my application is incomplete?

    Applications will be cancelled if the required documents are not submitted within 30 days.

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    tnrsp.com is an independent handbook and is not part of the Government of India or of any State government. Rules and amounts change: read the official order before you apply, and never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.

    This page was drafted with AI tools from the official listing, and every figure and date in it was matched automatically against that listing. Check the official portal before you apply.

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