Industry Overview
The
car wash industry is booming as more car owners prefer professional services over DIY washing.
Car wash units provide high-quality cleaning and detailing services, which are in constant demand. The market for car washes has grown with increasing disposable income and a focus on vehicle
maintenance and
aesthetic care.
Scale and Profitability of Industry
Car wash businesses are
highly scalable, from small
mobile units to
large automated car wash systems. Profitability is significant as services are regularly needed, and the sector benefits from
high margins on services like
detailing and
waxing.
Subsidy Opportunities
Under the
PMEGP and
MSME, car wash units can apply for financial support for
equipment,
raw materials, and
marketing to reach a larger customer base.
Eligibility Criteria
- Business registration with local authorities.
- Basic equipment and skilled labor for high-quality service delivery.
Project Cost and Subsidy
- Project Cost: ₹2 Lakhs to ₹5 Lakhs for small units.
- Subsidy: Up to 50% subsidy available under PMEGP for eligible businesses.
To apply for the Food Processing Scheme, the following mandatory documents are required for new enterprises (Individuals/Firms) as outlined in the manual
1. PAN Card of concerned/all promoters.
2.Aadhaar Copy & Photo of all promoters/guarantors.
3. Address Proof: Any of the Officially Valid Documents (OVD) such as:
o Utility bill (not more than two months old) from any service provider (Electricity, telephone, post-paid mobile phone, piped gas, water bill).
o Property or Municipal tax paid receipt.
o Ration Card (Individual).
o Driving Licence
o Aadhaar Card.
o Voter ID Card.
4. Details of the site where the unit is to be established, including whether it is owned/rented/leased, along with proof (Lease/rent agreement should be for more than the loan repayment period).
5. Photocopy of Bank
6. Estimates and Quotation of all capital expenditure and machinery and equipment to be purchased. Statement/Bank Passbook for the last 6 months.
For existing enterprises with a turnover of less than 1 crore, similar documents are required, including PAN Card, Aadhaar, address proof, and site details.
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