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Pickle & Papad Making (Cottage Industry)

Food & BeverageLow Investment

About This Business

Start a homemade pickle, papad, and murabba business. Traditional Indian food products have a huge domestic market and growing export demand. PMFME scheme provides 35% subsidy for micro food processing units. Start from your kitchen and scale to a small production unit. Regional specialties command premium prices.

Estimated Investment

₹50,000 – ₹3,00,000

Expected Revenue

₹30,000 – ₹1,50,000/month

Investment Level

Low

Suitable For

WomenHome-basedRuralSemi-Urban

Skills Required

Traditional recipe knowledgeFood preservationPackagingQuality control

Steps to Start

  1. 1Perfect your recipes and ensure consistent taste and quality
  2. 2Get FSSAI basic registration (₹100/year for home-based food businesses)
  3. 3Apply for PMFME scheme for 35% capital subsidy
  4. 4Invest in packaging — branded labels, glass jars, pouches
  5. 5Sell through local shops, Amazon, Flipkart, and WhatsApp orders

Registrations Needed

FSSAI Basic RegistrationUdyam MSME RegistrationGST Registration (when turnover exceeds ₹20L)

Related Government Schemes

PmfmePmegpMudra Yojana

Related Bank Loans

Sbi Mudra ShishuSbi Mudra Kishore

Official Links

PMFME SchemeFSSAI Registration

Disclaimer

This business idea is provided for informational and educational purposes only. EduMetrics does not guarantee any returns, profits, or business outcomes. Investment figures and revenue estimates are indicative and may vary based on location, market conditions, and individual effort. Please conduct your own research and consult a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.