Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) –
The Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS) is an export promotion scheme run by APEDA. The
scheme aims to facilitate the export of agri-products by providing assistance to exporters.
The assistance under Financial Assistance Scheme of APEDA is available to registered
exporters for APEDA Scheduled Products.
Below Benefits are applicable under Development of Export Infrastructure Component.
| Sub Component | Scope | Pattern of Assistance |
| Food processing facilities for addressing missing gaps required for enhancing productivity/ efficiency or quality for value added products which may include facilities like x-ray, Screening equipment, Sortex, IQF, cooking/blanching line, filth / metal detector, sensors, vibrators or any new technology or equipment for food safety and quality requirements. | Enhancing productivity, efficiency, and quality for value added products. | The assistance shall be up to 40% of the total cost subject to a ceiling of Rs. 200 lakhs |
