Andhra Pradesh Food Processing Society
Empowering food processing businesses with comprehensive financial support and incentives for 2020-2023.
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About APFPS
The Andhra Pradesh Food Processing Society (APFPS) is dedicated to promoting and developing the food processing sector in the state by providing comprehensive financial incentives and support.
Vision
To transform Andhra Pradesh into a hub for food processing by creating a conducive ecosystem that attracts investments and generates employment opportunities.
Mission
- Promote food processing industries
- Reduce post-harvest losses
- Enhance farmer income
- Create rural employment
Focus Areas
- Fruits & Vegetables Processing
- Dairy Products
- Meat & Poultry Processing
- Fisheries & Seafood
- Grain Processing
APFPS Subsidies 2020-23
Comprehensive financial support offered under the Andhra Pradesh Food Processing Society to boost food processing businesses in the state.
APFPS 2020-23 - General Category
| Sl No | Subsidy Components | Subsidy (%) | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Investment Subsidy (Micro & Small only) |
General (Men & Women) / BC (Men) / Minority (Men): 15% BC (Women) / Minority (Women): 35% |
20 Lakhs 50 Lakhs |
| 2 |
Reimbursement of stamp Duty (All MSMEs, Large & Mega) |
General (Men & Women) / BC (Men) / Minority (Men): 100% BC (Women) / Minority (Women): 100% |
5 times of plinth area of factory Building 5 times of plinth area of factory Building |
| 3 |
Rebate on Land Cost (Micro & Small - women entrepreneurs only) |
General (Men & Women) / BC (Men) / Minority (Men): NIL BC (Women) / Minority (Women) (If land directly purchased from APIIC): 50% |
NIL 20 Lakhs |
| 4 |
Reimbursement of Land conversion Charges (Micro & Small only) |
General (Men & Women) / BC (Men) / Minority (Men): 25% BC (Women) / Minority (Women): 25% |
10 Lakhs 10 Lakhs |
| 5 |
Reimbursement of Power Cost |
General (Both)/ BC (Men) / Minority (Men) - For Micro & Small units only: 1/- per Unit BC (Women) / Minority (Women) - For All MSMEs, Large & Mega: 1.25/- per Unit |
5 Years 5 Lakhs |
| 6 |
Reimbursement of Interest |
General (Both)/ BC (Men) / Minority (Men) - For Micro & Small units only: 3% on TL BC (Women) / Minority (Women) - For Micro & Small units only: 3% on TL |
5 Years 5 Lakhs |
| 7 |
Reimbursement of SGST |
For Micro & Small units a. General (Men & Women) / BC (Men) / Minority (Men): 100% of Net SGST b. BC (Women) / Minority (Women): 100% of Net SGST 5 Years 5 Lakhs For Medium Units a. General (Men & Women) / BC (Men) / Minority (Men): NIL b. BC (Women) / Minority (Women): 75% of Net SGST NIL 5 Lakhs For Large Units a. General (Men & Women) / BC (Men) / Minority (Men): NIL b. BC (Women) / Minority (Women): 50% of Net SGST NIL 5 Lakhs |
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Business Classification
Understanding the classification of food processing businesses under the APFPS 2020-23 policy.
Micro Enterprises
- Investment in Plant & Machinery: Up to ₹25 Lakhs
- Annual Turnover: Up to ₹5 Crores
Small Enterprises
- Investment in Plant & Machinery: ₹25 Lakhs to ₹5 Crores
- Annual Turnover: ₹5 Crores to ₹50 Crores
Medium Enterprises
- Investment in Plant & Machinery: ₹5 Crores to ₹10 Crores
- Annual Turnover: ₹50 Crores to ₹250 Crores
Large & Mega Units
- Large: Investment above ₹10 Crores
- Mega: Investment above ₹100 Crores
- Annual Turnover: Above ₹250 Crores
Eligibility Criteria
Find out if your food processing business qualifies for incentives under the APFPS 2020-23 policy.
General Eligibility Requirements
- New or expansion units established in Andhra Pradesh during the policy period (2020-2023)
- Units engaged in food processing activities such as fruits & vegetables processing, dairy products, meat & poultry processing, fisheries & seafood, grain processing, etc.
- Units must be registered with the Andhra Pradesh Food Processing Society (APFPS)
- Units must commence commercial production within the policy period
- Units must comply with all statutory requirements including environmental clearances
Check Your Eligibility
You're Eligible!
Based on the information provided, your business is eligible for the following incentives under APFPS 2020-23:
Not Eligible
Based on the information provided, your business does not meet the eligibility criteria for APFPS 2020-23 incentives.
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Application Process
Simple steps to apply for incentives under the APFPS 2020-23 policy.
Registration
Register your food processing unit with the Andhra Pradesh Food Processing Society (APFPS).
- Complete online registration form
- Submit business details
- Receive registration confirmation
Project Proposal
Submit a detailed project proposal with investment and business details.
- Prepare detailed project report
- Include investment plan and timeline
- Provide business plan and projections
Document Submission
Submit all required documents to support your application.
- Business registration certificates
- Land documents or lease agreements
- Machinery purchase invoices
- Financial statements and projections
Verification & Approval
Your application will be verified and processed for approval.
- Site inspection by officials
- Document verification
- Approval by committee
- Issuance of approval letter
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about the APFPS 2020-23 policy.
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