Industry Overview
Automobile pistons are essential components for internal combustion engines, converting the fuel’s energy into mechanical work. The market for automobile pistons has grown along with the rise in demand for
vehicles and
engine technology innovations. With advancements in
fuel efficiency and
engine design, the demand for high-performance pistons has surged, especially for
automobile manufacturers and
aftermarket suppliers.
Scale and Profitability of Industry
The
automobile piston manufacturing business can be scaled from
small to
large-scale production units, depending on the investment capacity. The profitability of this industry is high, especially when manufacturers produce high-quality pistons that cater to
premium vehicle segments. Manufacturers can also target international markets to increase their profits.
Subsidy Opportunities
Under government schemes like
PMEGP,
MSME, and
Start-up India, manufacturers can avail of
financial support for equipment, production facilities, and marketing. The government also offers incentives for innovation in manufacturing processes.
Eligibility Criteria
- Compliance with automotive quality standards for pistons.
- MSME registration and ISO certification for global market reach.
Project Cost and Subsidy
- Project Cost: ₹10 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs.
Subsidy:
Up to 50% subsidy under
PMEGP and other government schemes
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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