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Auto Lock

₹16.7 L(₹16,67,000) · ₹10–25LUp to 35% subsidy
Process plant · QC · Inventory‑heavy

The pitch

Manufactures high‑strength auto locks for passenger and commercial vehicles, including keyless entry modules and traditional lock assemblies.

Primary buyers are automotive OEMs and aftermarket distributors; sales are through B2B contracts, auto repair shops, and online B2B marketplaces. The plant will house CNC machining, assembly, and testing stations. Quality control will be integrated at each stage, and inventory management will track raw materials, semi‑finished parts, and finished locks.

₹16,67,000 is the sample capital cost covering a 200 m² workshop, CNC machining and assembly lines, initial raw material stock, and working capital for the first 6 months.

Who buys & when

Demand shape for this sample line — advisory, not a market study.

Buyers

Local households and small businesses are the default demand base for Samadhan sample lines unless the product name points to a clearer pack.

Channels

  • Local retail
  • Order / referral
  • Wholesale where relevant
Seasonality
Steady year-round
Treat demand as year-round until a more specific product pack applies.
Locality
City / region
Most micro samples sell into the nearest town or city market plus local buyers.

Demand watch-out: Generic demand assumptions fail when the product is highly specialized — validate with local buyers before locking capacity.

Derived from idea type and sector — not a survey or government market report.

Watch-outs

Idea-specific discussion points — not automatic disqualification

  • Machinery Lead Time

    CNC machines and tooling can take 3–4 months to procure and set up, potentially delaying production start.

  • Supply Chain Reliability

    Secure a diversified supplier base for steel, polymers, and electronic components to avoid production bottlenecks.

  • Regulatory Compliance

    Ensure compliance with automotive safety standards (ISO 26262) and obtain necessary environmental clearances.

  • Skilled Labor Shortage

    Recruit and train technicians skilled in CNC operation and lock assembly; consider partnering with local vocational institutes.

  • Cash Flow Management

    Maintain sufficient working capital to cover raw material purchases and payroll during the initial low‑volume period.

Education gate

Other funding routes worth checking

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Show the proof

Sourcing — coming soon

Scheme mechanics

  • PMEGP – Micro‑Enterprise Development Programme (Scheme No. 3)

What bankers typically probe for this idea

  • Auto Lock – Manufacturing of vehicle locks under PMEGP

VIII pass likely (manufacturing > ₹10L) · verify 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%)

₹4,16,750

Own contribution (10%)

₹1,66,700

Bank credit (illustrative)

₹10,83,550

Estimated EMI

₹17,988/mo

Breakeven

Month 24

Indicative DSCR

1.39

  • 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 (₹16.7 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

  1. 1. Finalize lock designs and obtain prototype approvals.
  2. 2. Procure CNC machines, assembly fixtures, and initial raw material stock.
  3. 3. Set up workshop, install machinery, and conduct staff training.
  4. 4. Initiate pilot production runs and quality testing.
  5. 5. Secure first B2B orders and establish supply chain agreements.

Engage Founder's Office & Co

Auto Lock delivers durable, cost‑effective vehicle security solutions that meet rising demand for keyless entry and traditional lock systems in India’s growing automotive market.

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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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