Credit Guarantee Fund for Farmer Producer Organisations (CGSFPO) is a credit guarantee from NABSanrakshan Trustee Pvt Ltd (NABARD) with Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare for existing and new FPOs, and federations of FPOs, that borrow from an eligible lending institution (scheduled bank, RRB, SFB, cooperative…. It provides Up to ₹1000 Cr, for agriculture · farmer-producer-organisations · agri-processing · warehousing. Applications are currently open.
Key facts
| Amount / benefit | Up to ₹1000 Cr |
|---|---|
| Provider | NABSanrakshan Trustee Pvt Ltd (NABARD) with Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare |
| Where | Pan-India |
| Stage | Early Revenue, Early Stage, Growth |
| Sector | agriculture · farmer-producer-organisations · agri-processing · warehousing |
| Deadline | Applications open |
What is Credit Guarantee Fund for Farmer Producer Organisations?
Credit Guarantee Fund for Farmer Producer Organisations (CGSFPO) — Credit guarantee from a Rs 1,000 crore fund (GoI and NABARD) on loans to FPOs — Existing and new FPOs, and federations of FPOs, that borrow from an eligible lending institution (scheduled bank, RRB, SFB, cooperative bank or registered NBFC). The lender applies to NABSanrakshan for cover after sanctioning the loan. It is run by NABSanrakshan Trustee Pvt Ltd (NABARD) with Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
A credit guarantee helps you borrow by covering part of the lender’s risk, so eligible businesses can access loans they might not get otherwise. The amount and form of support that actually apply to you depend on the programme’s rules and how your application is assessed — they are not fixed for every applicant.
It is aimed at businesses in agriculture · farmer-producer-organisations · agri-processing · warehousing. Like most government programmes, it has its own eligibility conditions, documentation and application window, and these terms are revised from time to time. Because of that, it is worth confirming the current eligibility, amount and deadline on the official programme page before you invest time in applying.
Who is eligible for Credit Guarantee Fund for Farmer Producer Organisations?
Existing and new FPOs, and federations of FPOs, that borrow from an eligible lending institution (scheduled bank, RRB, SFB, cooperative bank or registered NBFC). The lender applies to NABSanrakshan for cover after sanctioning the loan. Not for: Non-FPO companies; the FPO cannot apply directly without a member lending institution.
How much does Credit Guarantee Fund for Farmer Producer Organisations give, and in what form?
Up to ₹1000 Cr.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of support is this?
A credit guarantee helps you borrow by covering part of the lender’s risk, so eligible businesses can access loans they might not get otherwise.
Who runs this programme?
Credit Guarantee Fund for Farmer Producer Organisations (CGSFPO) is offered by NABSanrakshan Trustee Pvt Ltd (NABARD) with Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare. Eligibility and approval rest with them; the criteria and amounts are set by the programme.
Is there a deadline to apply?
Programmes like this can be rolling or time-bound. Confirm the current window on the official programme page before you apply.
How do I know if I’m eligible?
Read “Who can apply” above for the programme’s own criteria. If you’d like a quick read on your specific case, our free 2-minute eligibility check maps your stage, sector and revenue to what you can realistically claim.
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Source and verification
No official page is linked for this programme yet. Verification date pending. Government programmes change — confirm current eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official programme page before you apply. CapEasy is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government authority.