Bank-ready agarbatti manufacturing project report — project cost ₹2–25 Lakh, CMA data, DSCR ≥ 1.50 and 5-year projections for PMEGP, MUDRA Kishor, PM Vishwakarma.
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Starting an agarbatti (incense stick) manufacturing unit is a viable micro-enterprise under NIC 32909, with typical project costs ranging from ₹2 lakh to ₹25 lakh. This project report is tailored for Indian entrepreneurs and CAs seeking bank loans under PMEGP, MUDRA Kishor (₹50,001–₹5 lakh), or PM Vishwakarma (up to ₹1 lakh loan with 5% interest subsidy). A bank-ready project report is critical for loan approval—it must include CMA (Credit Monitoring Arrangement) data, Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) above 1.25, and 5-year financial projections (profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow). The report also covers raw material costs (bamboo sticks, charcoal, perfume oil, binding powder), machinery (mixer, extruder, drying racks, packaging), and working capital. Location-specific factors like proximity to raw material suppliers (e.g., in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu) and local market demand impact viability. This page provides a practical, step-by-step guide to prepare a project report that meets bank and scheme requirements.
For PMEGP, any individual above 18 years with at least 8th standard education can apply; subsidy is 25% (general) or 35% (special categories) of project cost up to ₹25 lakh. MUDRA Kishor is for non-farm enterprises with loan up to ₹5 lakh, no subsidy but collateral-free. PM Vishwakarma offers up to ₹1 lakh loan at 5% interest with 50% subsidy on tool cost (max ₹15,000). CGTMSE coverage is available for loans up to ₹2 crore without collateral. For agarbatti manufacturing, typical loan amount is ₹2–10 lakh for micro units. Ensure your project report includes a detailed break-up of fixed and working capital as per scheme guidelines.
A typical agarbatti unit with 50–100 kg/day capacity requires: machinery (mixer, extruder, drying system, packaging) ₹1.5–4 lakh; raw materials (bamboo sticks, charcoal, perfume, binding powder) ₹0.5–1.5 lakh; working capital for 2 months ₹1–3 lakh; other costs (electricity, rent, license) ₹0.5–1 lakh. Total project cost: ₹3.5–10 lakh. Financing: promoter's contribution 10–20%, bank loan 80–90%. Under PMEGP, subsidy is adjusted against loan. The project report must show DSCR of at least 1.25 for 5 years and CMA data (current ratio, debt-equity ratio). Use realistic assumptions for capacity utilization (60% in year 1, 75% in year 2, 85% from year 3).
Key machinery: agarbatti mixing machine (₹30,000–80,000), extruder machine (₹50,000–1.5 lakh), drying racks (₹10,000–30,000), packaging machine (₹20,000–50,000). For small units, manual rolling is cheaper but slower. Raw materials: bamboo sticks (₹100–150/kg), charcoal powder (₹30–50/kg), joss powder (₹20–40/kg), perfume oil (₹500–2000/litre), binding powder (₹30–50/kg). Sourcing: local wholesale markets (e.g., Mysore, Bengaluru, Delhi) or online B2B platforms. For PM Vishwakarma, tool cost includes basic hand tools up to ₹15,000. The project report should list suppliers and current prices to validate cost estimates.
Essential documents: Aadhaar, PAN, residence proof, caste certificate (if applicable), education certificate, project report (with CMA, DSCR, projections), quotation for machinery, lease/ownership proof of premises, GST registration (if turnover > ₹40 lakh), Udyam registration, and bank statements (last 6 months). For PMEGP, also need EDP training certificate (2-week mandatory). For MUDRA, no collateral but personal guarantee. Ensure all documents are self-attested. The project report must be signed by a CA or consultant. Keep a copy of the application form and acknowledgement.
1. Market research: identify demand in your city (e.g., local temples, shops, wholesalers). 2. Choose location: 200–500 sq ft area with ventilation (rent ₹5,000–15,000/month). 3. Register business: Udyam (MSME), GST (if required), trade license from municipality. 4. Prepare project report with CA assistance. 5. Apply for loan: visit nearest bank branch (SBI, Canara, PNB) or online via PMEGP portal. 6. After approval, procure machinery and raw materials. 7. Hire 2–5 workers (skilled for mixing, rolling, packaging). 8. Start production: maintain quality (consistent fragrance, burn time). 9. Market: supply to local retailers, online (Amazon, Flipkart), or export. 10. Maintain records for loan monitoring.
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Project Report
Consumer electronics repair, servicing & spare-parts retail
Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan
Submitted to the Branch Manager · Punjab National Bank, Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur
The unit has been in operation since 2019 and currently services 20–25 jobs a day from a 350 sq.ft. ground-floor shop, with a recorded customer base of 600+ households in the Vaishali Nagar catchment. The promoter proposes to expand the workbench capacity, add board-level diagnostic equipment and carry a spare-parts inventory so that 70% of repairs can be completed same-day instead of the present 3-day turnaround.
The project is assessed at a cost of ₹10.00 lakh, financed by a ₹8.00 lakh MUDRA Tarun term loan and ₹2.00 lakh of promoter's own contribution (20%). At the projected turnover the unit services its debt 5.87 times over on average, against the 1.25 minimum, and breaks even at 62% of Year-1 sales — leaving substantial cushion against a demand shortfall.
Recommendation: the proposal is technically feasible, commercially viable and financially sound. It is recommended for sanction of a term loan of ₹8.00 lakh repayable in 60 monthly instalments.
| Particulars | Basis | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Renovation & civil work | 200 sq.ft. additional area, electrical, ESD flooring | 1,20,000 |
| Diagnostic & repair equipment | As per quotations — Annexure IX | 2,40,000 |
| Computers, software & service tools | 2 systems, billing software, tool kits | 80,000 |
| Furniture, air-conditioning & display fixtures | Counter, racks, 1.5 T AC | 60,000 |
| Margin money for working capital | Stock, receivables & operating cash | 5,00,000 |
| Total project cost | 10,00,000 |
A 5% contingency is built into the civil and equipment estimates. All capital items are supported by three quotations each.
| Source | Amount (₹) | % of project cost |
|---|---|---|
| Promoter's own contribution | 2,00,000 | 20.00% |
| Term loan under MUDRA Tarun | 8,00,000 | 80.00% |
| Subsidy / margin money grant | Nil | — |
| Total | 10,00,000 | 100.00% |
Promoter's contribution is held in Savings A/c No. XXXXXX4417 with Punjab National Bank, Vaishali Nagar (statement enclosed). Debt–equity at inception is 4.00 : 1, improving to 1.65 : 1 by the end of Year 1.
For PMEGP, PMFME, NABARD and state-subsidy proposals this section additionally carries the margin-money subsidy workings, the subsidy-adjusted repayment and a second DSCR computed net of subsidy.
| Equipment | Qty | Rate (₹) | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGA rework station with preheater | 1 | 95,000 | 95,000 |
| Digital storage oscilloscope with probes | 1 | 45,000 | 45,000 |
| Universal IC programmer | 1 | 35,000 | 35,000 |
| Ultrasonic PCB cleaning unit | 1 | 22,000 | 22,000 |
| Soldering / desoldering stations | 3 | 8,000 | 24,000 |
| Precision tool kits & ESD workbench | 2 | 9,500 | 19,000 |
| Total | 2,40,000 |
Suppliers: Fine Tools India (Jaipur), Sagar Electronics (Delhi), Techno Instruments (Jaipur). Quotations enclosed at Annexure IX. Delivery within 30 days of sanction; installation by the supplier at no extra cost.
| Particulars | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service & repair income | 24.00 | 28.32 | 32.57 | 36.80 | 41.22 |
| Sale of spares & accessories | 9.60 | 11.33 | 13.03 | 14.73 | 16.49 |
| Total revenue | 33.60 | 39.65 | 45.60 | 51.53 | 57.71 |
| Cost of spares & materials (45%) | 15.12 | 17.84 | 20.52 | 23.19 | 25.97 |
| Gross profit | 18.48 | 21.81 | 25.08 | 28.34 | 31.74 |
| Salaries & wages | 6.72 | 7.26 | 7.84 | 8.47 | 9.14 |
| Rent | 1.44 | 1.51 | 1.59 | 1.67 | 1.75 |
| Power & fuel | 0.72 | 0.78 | 0.83 | 0.89 | 0.95 |
| Repairs & maintenance | 0.30 | 0.33 | 0.36 | 0.39 | 0.42 |
| Marketing & business promotion | 0.36 | 0.40 | 0.44 | 0.48 | 0.52 |
| Administrative & miscellaneous | 0.60 | 0.66 | 0.72 | 0.78 | 0.84 |
| Insurance | 0.12 | 0.13 | 0.14 | 0.15 | 0.16 |
| Total operating expenses | 10.26 | 11.07 | 11.92 | 12.83 | 13.78 |
| EBITDA | 8.22 | 10.74 | 13.16 | 15.51 | 17.96 |
| Depreciation (WDV, as per IT Act) | 0.86 | 0.66 | 0.52 | 0.42 | 0.35 |
| EBIT | 7.36 | 10.08 | 12.64 | 15.09 | 17.61 |
| Interest on term loan | 0.78 | 0.64 | 0.48 | 0.31 | 0.11 |
| Profit before tax | 6.58 | 9.44 | 12.16 | 14.78 | 17.50 |
| Income tax (as applicable) | 0.30 | 0.62 | 0.95 | 1.35 | 1.80 |
| Profit after tax | 6.28 | 8.82 | 11.21 | 13.43 | 15.70 |
Revenue grows 18%, 15%, 13% and 12% over the five years, against 22% achieved by the unit in the last audited year. Capacity utilisation moves from 72% to 91%; the projections do not assume any increase in service rates.
| Year | Opening balance | Principal repaid | Interest | Total outgo | Closing balance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8,00,000 | 1,28,404 | 77,937 | 2,06,341 | 6,71,596 |
| 2 | 6,71,596 | 1,42,555 | 63,787 | 2,06,341 | 5,29,041 |
| 3 | 5,29,041 | 1,58,265 | 48,077 | 2,06,341 | 3,70,776 |
| 4 | 3,70,776 | 1,75,706 | 30,635 | 2,06,341 | 1,95,070 |
| 5 | 1,95,070 | 1,95,070 | 11,272 | 2,06,341 | Nil |
| Total | 8,00,000 | 2,31,707 | 10,31,705 |
| Particulars | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Profit after tax | 6.28 | 8.82 | 11.21 | 13.43 | 15.70 |
| Add: depreciation | 0.86 | 0.66 | 0.52 | 0.42 | 0.35 |
| Add: interest on term loan | 0.78 | 0.64 | 0.48 | 0.31 | 0.11 |
| Cash available for debt service (A) | 7.92 | 10.12 | 12.21 | 14.16 | 16.16 |
| Principal repayment | 1.28 | 1.43 | 1.58 | 1.76 | 1.95 |
| Interest | 0.78 | 0.64 | 0.48 | 0.31 | 0.11 |
| Total debt service (B) | 2.06 | 2.07 | 2.06 | 2.07 | 2.06 |
| DSCR (A ÷ B) | 3.84 | 4.89 | 5.93 | 6.84 | 7.84 |
Average DSCR over the tenure: 5.87. The minimum acceptable to banks is 1.25; the unit crosses that threshold even if Year-1 revenue falls 60% short of projection.
| Particulars | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIABILITIES | |||||
| Capital account (net of drawings) | 4.08 | 7.50 | 12.11 | 17.74 | 24.44 |
| Term loan — long-term portion | 5.29 | 3.71 | 1.95 | — | — |
| Term loan — current maturity | 1.43 | 1.58 | 1.76 | 1.95 | — |
| Sundry creditors (30 days) | 1.26 | 1.49 | 1.71 | 1.93 | 2.16 |
| Other current liabilities & provisions | 0.30 | 0.35 | 0.40 | 0.45 | 0.50 |
| Total | 12.36 | 14.63 | 17.93 | 22.07 | 27.10 |
| ASSETS | |||||
| Net fixed assets | 4.14 | 3.48 | 2.96 | 2.54 | 2.19 |
| Stock of spares (45 days) | 1.86 | 2.20 | 2.53 | 2.86 | 3.20 |
| Sundry debtors (10 days) | 0.92 | 1.09 | 1.25 | 1.41 | 1.58 |
| Cash & bank balance | 5.44 | 7.86 | 11.19 | 15.26 | 20.13 |
| Total | 12.36 | 14.63 | 17.93 | 22.07 | 27.10 |
| Sources | Amount | Applications | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profit after tax | 6.28 | Capital expenditure | 5.00 |
| Depreciation | 0.86 | Increase in stock | 1.86 |
| Increase in creditors & provisions | 1.56 | Increase in debtors | 0.92 |
| Term loan drawn | 8.00 | Repayment of term loan | 1.28 |
| Promoter's capital introduced | 2.00 | Drawings | 4.20 |
| Closing cash & bank | 5.44 | ||
| Total | 18.70 | Total | 18.70 |
Working capital is assessed under the Tandon Committee Method II, the basis used by banks for limits up to ₹5 crore. The workings below are drawn from the Year-1 projections above.
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Stock of spares | 1.86 |
| Sundry debtors | 0.92 |
| Cash & bank balance | 5.44 |
| Total current assets (TCA) | 8.22 |
| Sundry creditors | 1.26 |
| Other current liabilities & provisions | 0.30 |
| Current maturity of term loan | 1.43 |
| Other current liabilities (OCL) | 2.99 |
| Working capital gap (TCA − OCL) | 5.23 |
| 25% of TCA — stipulated margin | 2.06 |
| Maximum permissible bank finance (Method II) | 3.18 |
No cash-credit limit is sought in this proposal; the assessment is presented because bank officers ask for it. Were the limit of ₹3.18 lakh availed, the current ratio would stand at 1.33 — above the 1.25 stipulated by IBA.
CMA statements included in the full report
| Ratio | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Bank norm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current ratio | 2.75 | 3.26 | 3.87 | 4.51 | 9.36 | ≥ 1.25 |
| Debt–equity ratio | 1.65 | 0.71 | 0.31 | 0.11 | Nil | ≤ 3.00 |
| DSCR | 3.84 | 4.89 | 5.93 | 6.84 | 7.84 | ≥ 1.25 |
| Net profit margin | 18.7% | 22.2% | 24.6% | 26.1% | 27.2% | — |
| Interest coverage | 9.4 | 15.8 | 26.3 | 48.7 | 160.1 | ≥ 2.00 |
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Fixed costs (salaries, rent, admin, depreciation, interest) | 10.88 |
| Variable costs (materials, power, maintenance) | 16.14 |
| Contribution (revenue − variable costs) | 17.46 |
| P/V ratio | 51.96% |
| Break-even sales | 20.94 |
| Break-even as % of Year-1 revenue | 62.3% |
| Cash break-even as % of Year-1 revenue | 57.4% |
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Under PMEGP, the project cost can be as low as ₹2 lakh for a micro unit. However, the scheme funds projects up to ₹25 lakh in manufacturing. For agarbatti, a cost of ₹3–10 lakh is typical. The subsidy is 25% for general and 35% for special categories, capped at ₹6.25 lakh and ₹8.75 lakh respectively.
Yes, MUDRA loans (Shishu, Kishor, Tarun) are collateral-free up to ₹10 lakh. For agarbatti, MUDRA Kishor (₹50,001–5 lakh) is suitable. The loan is based on project viability and your repayment capacity. No subsidy, but interest rates are competitive (10–14% p.a.). You need a project report and personal guarantee.
Essential machinery: agarbatti mixing machine (to blend powder and perfume), extruder (to shape sticks), drying racks (sun or oven), and packaging machine. For very small units, manual rolling can replace extruder (cost ₹5,000–10,000). Total machinery cost: ₹1.5–4 lakh for 50 kg/day capacity. Ensure electricity connection (3-phase if needed).
DSCR = Net Profit + Depreciation + Interest / Loan Installment + Interest. For agarbatti, assume net profit margin 15–20% of sales. Example: annual sales ₹12 lakh, net profit ₹2 lakh, depreciation ₹0.5 lakh, interest ₹0.8 lakh, loan installment ₹1.2 lakh. DSCR = (2+0.5+0.8)/(1.2+0.8) = 3.3/2 = 1.65. Banks require DSCR > 1.25. Use realistic projections.