Kerala Margin Money Grant to Nano Units

Open all year Directorate of Industries and Commerce, Government of Kerala Kerala

Subsidy

30% of project cost, or 40% for special categories. Max ₹4 lakh.

What it funds: Loan-linked grant for small Kerala units with a project cost up to ₹10 lakh
Who can apply: Nano unit in manufacturing, job work or service in Kerala
Project cost up to ₹10 lakh, with a bank loan
40% for women, youth 18 to 40, divyang, ex-servicemen, SC/ST
When you can apply: Open all year
How to apply: Apply online with your bank's loan sanction letter.
Best for: Idea, Prototype stage
Run by: State governments

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