The MIDH guidelines set a cost norm of Rs 30 lakh for a mushroom production unit, with assistance at 40% of cost for the private sector and 50% in the North Eastern and Himalayan states, Scheduled areas, vibrant villages, Andaman and Nicobar and Lakshadweep. Public sector units are covered at 100%.
The implementation guidance adds that the subsidy is credit linked and back ended, that a bank loan is mandatory for a private applicant, and that it covers buildings, infrastructure, machinery and equipment only, with no recurring, staff or contingency costs.