Mask production line · Filter assembly · Packaging · Inventory management
The pitch
Manufactures N95/respirator-grade air-pollution masks with replaceable filters for urban workers and commuters.
Retail via hardware stores, medical supply distributors, and e-commerce platforms; B2B sales to corporations, schools, and NGOs. Operates 8-hour shifts with 2–3 workers; manages incoming raw materials (non-woven fabric, filters, elastic bands) and tracks finished goods inventory.
Sample project cost is ₹25,00,000 covering machinery (mask-making, sealing, packaging lines), raw material storage, and basic QC setup.
Watch-outs
Idea-specific discussion points — not automatic disqualification
Raw material procurement delays
Supply chain disruptions for non-woven fabric and filter media can halt production; maintain 15-day buffer stock.
Quality certification compliance
Must obtain BIS or equivalent certification for N95 masks; non-compliance risks market rejection and legal penalties.
Competition from established brands
Market dominated by large manufacturers; pricing pressure requires cost control and niche branding focus.
Education gate
Show the proof
Sourcing — coming soon
Scheme mechanics
VIII pass minimum; manufacturing above ₹10L threshold requires formal education verification per PMEGP guidelines.
Plan the money
Subsidy split, EMI, and an indicative breakeven — adjust the assumptions to your own numbers.
Financial planner
Subsidy split, EMI, and an indicative breakeven — for discussion only (indicative-2026-08-01).
Margin money (25%)
₹6,25,000
Own contribution (10%)
₹2,50,000
Bank credit (illustrative)
₹16,25,000
Estimated EMI
₹26,977/mo
Breakeven
Not reached within 7 yrs
Indicative DSCR
0.77
Figures are illustrative for discussion, not a sanction estimate.
Actual margin money and contribution depend on current PMEGP guidelines and implementing agency.
Land cost is generally excluded from project cost under the scheme.
Full-capacity revenue is estimated at 2× project cost (₹25 L) — adjust it to your own numbers.
Indicative only — actual bank DSCR calculations add back depreciation; treat this as a sense-check, not a bank figure. Verify with your CA/bank before applying.
Next 90 days
Set up production line and begin trial runs
Secure first 3–5 distributor partnerships
Obtain interim BIS certification
Launch e-commerce presence
Build 30-day raw material inventory
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Sample profile sourced from the PMEGP scheme (Ministry of MSME) · verify against the official PDF before filing.
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