What is the Warehouse Subsidy Scheme (WSS)?
The Subsidy for Warehouses program is a government-backed incentive designed to promote the development of scientific infrastructure. It is designed to support the construction, expansion, and modernization of warehouses, including agricultural warehouses and cold storage facilities. The Warehouse Subsidy Program is designed to:- Reduce post-harvest losses
- Supply chain efficiency can be improved
- Encourage private investment in storage infrastructure
- Support for farmers, traders and logistics businesses
Who can apply for the Warehouse Subsidy Scheme?
The following are generally eligible for the Warehouse Subsidy scheme:- Individuals and entrepreneurs
- MSMEs and private businesses
- Farmer-Producer Organisations
- Cooperatives, partnerships and corporations
- Developers of logistics and infrastructure for agriculture
Factors that Decide the Maximum Subsidy
The Warehouse Subsidy Scheme does not have a fixed amount of subsidy. The maximum amount of subsidy that you can receive depends on a number of factors.1. Types of warehouse
Different subsidy limits may apply to general warehouses and agricultural warehouses. Due to their higher costs, cold storage projects are usually eligible for higher subsidy limits.2. The Project Location
Warehouses located in rural areas, districts that are backward or prioritised, and those with a high level of poverty receive higher subsidies than urban areas.3. Project Cost
Subsidy amounts are calculated by a percentage of eligible project costs. Subsidies can be increased by increasing investment, but only to a certain limit.4. Categorization of Beneficiaries
Under the Warehouse Subsidy Scheme, small farmers, FPOs, and MSMEs may be eligible for higher subsidies than large private companies.Maximum Subsidy Under the Warehouse Subsidy Scheme
The Warehouse Subsidy scheme offers:- Subsidy ranges from 25 to 35%
- Increased subsidy limits on cold storage and agri-warehousing projects
- Maximum subventions are defined per project and not per applicant
How Subsidy is Disbursed
In general, the Warehouse Subsidy Scheme does not provide a subsidy up front. The process usually involves:- Approval and sanction of projects
- Construction and installation completed
- Inspections by the authorities
- Submitting certificates of usage
- Release of subsidy to a loan or a bank account
Understanding the maximum subsidy is important
The maximum amount of subsidy available under the Warehouse Subsidy Scheme can be used to:- Cost planning for projects: a guide to accurate project costs
- Banks can better structure loans
- Cash flow management: Improved.
- Avoiding unrealistic expectations