ODOP vs PMEGP: Comparison
State Scheme vs. Central Scheme
PMEGP is a Central government scheme run through KVIC, open nationwide to any eligible new micro-enterprise. ODOP is a UP state scheme tied specifically to your district’s identified product. You generally can’t take margin money under both for the same unit.
| ODOP (Margin Money) | PMEGP | |
|---|---|---|
| Run by | UP State Government | Central Government (KVIC) |
| Product restriction | Your district’s ODOP product only | Broad list of eligible activities, no district-product link |
| Subsidy on ₹25L project | Up to ₹6.25 lakh (25%) | 15–35% margin money depending on category/area |
Which to Pick
If your business matches your district’s ODOP product, ODOP gives you access to the toolkit, CFC, and marketing components on top of margin money — an advantage PMEGP doesn’t offer. If it doesn’t match, PMEGP’s broader eligibility list is the one to check instead.
Which gives more subsidy on a large project?
It depends on project size, category, and area (rural/urban) — compare the specific figures for your project cost on both schemes rather than assuming one is universally higher.
Can I switch from PMEGP to ODOP if my PMEGP application is stuck?
If your business matches your district’s ODOP product and you haven’t availed a margin money benefit yet, you can generally apply to ODOP instead — confirm with the DIC that no conflicting benefit has been recorded against your unit.
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Official portal: diupmsme.upsdc.gov.in Last reviewed: Aug 2026
This page summarizes publicly available scheme information. For the current official notification, application form and exact eligibility conditions, always confirm on the portal above before applying or filing a claim.