Financial Assistance for Setting Up of Cold Storage
The scheme aims to assist the Proprietary/Partnership Concerns, Public/Private Limited Companies, Co-operative Societies, Market Committees, Boards, and Agro Industries Corporations. The assistance is provided for setting up of Cold Storage facilities. The applications for this scheme are online.
About the Financial Assistance for Setting Up of Cold Storage Scheme
The "Financial Assistance for Setting Up of Cold Storage" was launched by the Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation Limited (PIPDIC), Department of Industries & Commerce, Puducherry. The scheme aims to assist the Proprietary/Partnership Concerns, Public/Private Limited Companies, Co-operative Societies, Market Committees, Boards, and Agro Industries Corporations. The assistance is provided for setting up of Cold Storage facilities. The applications for this scheme are accepted online only.
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Benefits
Loan Limit: Minimum of ₹2,50,00,000/- and maximum as applicable to term loans.
Loan Purpose: For setting up of Cold Storage facilities.
Repayment: 8 years including moratorium period of 2 years.
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Eligibility Criteria
The scheme is applicable to the Proprietary/Partnership Concerns, Public/Private Limited Companies, Co-operative Societies, Market Committees, Boards, and Agro Industries Corporations.
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How to Apply for Financial Assistance for Setting Up of Cold Storage
Application mode: Online
User Manual: https://pipdic.in/uploads/PIPDIC_docs/user_manual.pdf
How to Apply: https://pipdic.in/how_to_apply
Applicant Login: https://pipdic.in/customer_login
Application Link: https://pipdic.in/forms
Grievance Form: https://pipdic.in/grievance_form
##### *Registration Process*
##### Step 1:** *Registration and Profile Creation***
Visit the PIPDIC website. Click "Login". Click the “New customer” link under the “Login” menu, enter a username, email-id, password, and captcha, and then click the "Register" button.
##### Step 2:** *Email Verification and Login***
- Use the registered email-id to log in. An OTP is sent to the registered email address.
- The applicant is then required to enter the OTP and click "Login" to access to the customer dashboard.
##### Step 3:** *Profile Update***
- Upon successful login, the customer needs to update their profile by accessing the "Edit Profile" option (top right corner of the dashboard).
- The applicant must provide all required details. Click "Submit".
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##### *Application Process (Loan Application)*
##### Step 1:** *Accessing the Loan Application Form***
- To initiate the loan application process, the applicant must navigate from the customer dashboard by clicking on the "Applications" tab.
##### Step 2:** *Reviewing Checklist and Accepting Terms***
- A pop-up window displaying a checklist of General Terms and Conditions, interest rate structure, investigation fees, and collateral security norms will appear for review.
- Carefully read this checklist, confirm that all necessary documents have been gathered as requested, and click the “I Agree” button to proceed to the application form.
##### Step 3:** *Filling the Loan Application Form***
Fill the multi-step application form, providing appropriate details in all mandatory fields across the required steps.
##### Step 4:** *Declaration and Submission***
The applicant must carefully read and agree to the comprehensive declaration provided within the application form (covering confirmation of true information, absence of unauthorized borrowing arrangements, and consent to verification) before finally ticking the "I agree to terms" checkbox and clicking the final "Submit" button for the main application form.
##### Step 5:** *Promoter Bio-Data and Document Upload***
The system will redirect the applicant to enter the Biodata of the Promoter, Partner, or Director, which is typically a multi-step process. The necessary KYC and supporting documents must be uploaded by clicking the "Choose File" button next to each field.
##### Step 6:** *Application Fees Payment***
- Once the entire application and bio-data submission is complete, pay the applicable application fee.
- If selecting online payment, the system automatically redirects the applicant to the payment summary page, where they verify their details and make the payment.
##### Step 7:** *Receiving and Saving Payment Receipt***
- Upon successful payment, the user is redirected back to PIPDIC website, where a receipt for the application fee paid is generated.
- The applicant can print this receipt or save it to their computer as a PDF for future reference.
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##### *Application Status Tracking and Support*
The customer can monitor the status of their submitted application (which will initially show a status like 'UNDER REVIEW') by clicking the "View My application" link on the dashboard and selecting the relevant loan application in the drop-down menu.
##### *Application Fees*
- For loans up to ₹25,00,000/-, the application fee is ₹100/-.
- For loans above ₹25,00,000/-, the application fee is ₹200/-.
##### *Grievance Redressal / Help & Support*
- The applicant can contact the Managing Director, Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation Limited at No.60, Romain Rolland Street, Puducherry 605001.
- The office phone number is 0413-2334361.
- The email address for contact is info@pipdic.com.
- The General Manager (Administration) can be contacted via mobile at 9894653835.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Financial Assistance for Setting Up of Cold Storage scheme?
The "Financial Assistance for Setting Up of Cold Storage" was launched by the Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation Limited (PIPDIC), Department of Industries & Commerce, Puducherry. The scheme aims to assist the Proprietary/Partne…
Who is eligible for Financial Assistance for Setting Up of Cold Storage?
The scheme is applicable to the Proprietary/Partnership Concerns, Public/Private Limited Companies, Co-operative Societies, Market Committees, Boards, and Agro Industries Corporations. <br
What benefits does Financial Assistance for Setting Up of Cold Storage provide?
Loan Limit: Minimum of ₹2,50,00,000/- and maximum as applicable to term loans. Loan Purpose: For setting up of Cold Storage facilities. Repayment: 8 years including moratorium period of 2 years. <br
How can I apply for Financial Assistance for Setting Up of Cold Storage?
User Manual: https://pipdic.in/uploads/PIPDICdocs/usermanual.pdf How to Apply: https://pipdic.in/howtoapply Applicant Login: https://pipdic.in/customerlogin Application Link: https://pipdic.in/forms Grievance Form: https://pipdic.in/grievanceform Registration Process Step 1: Registration and Profil…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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