A Notebook is a book or stack of paper pages that are often ruled and used for purposes such as note-taking, journaling or other writing, drawing or scrapbooking. Notebooks and exercise books are the most popular stationery items for schools. Every student requires them throughout their entire tenure of schooling and higher education. The demand for note books exists throughout the year although its demand peaks in June and August when the new academic session starts. Record books and exercise books are also in demand throughout the year as they are used in institutions, offices and government organizations. Notebook making business is a low-cost business idea with a huge demand in the market.

The demand for Indian stationery is growing steadily over the last few years because of the ever-increasing student population and continuous development of new colleges and schools. The demand for notebooks is found in urban, semi-urban as well as in rural areas as Government is emphasizing on education for all and has increased the number of colleges and schools in remote villages. With syllabus and curriculum of students getting diversified, students require different books for different purposes.

The biggest institutional market for exercise notebooks is the local schools and smaller schools. In addition to this, One can generate substantial retail sales by establishing a distributor network. With the increasing demand for notebooks, the industry is expected to grow even further in the coming years. India is a major producer of raw materials for the notebook-making industry and a major supplier of notebooks to the global market.

A Project Report is not only essential for obtaining financial assistance from Bank/ Financial Institution/Funding Agency but also the most important document either to participate in the development schemes of MSME Sector/ Department of Industries or in completing various time-consuming government formalities connected with planning and commercial operation of the proposed business project.

This Detail Project Report (DPR)/ Business Plan has been developed in a well-structured PDF Format to be presented as a Ready Project Proposal immediately thereby saving precious time of the promoter in the process of completing requisite formalities in anticipation of setting up the business project. Accordingly, following Project Templates has been deliberately left blank in order to facilitate customisation by the perspective entrepreneurs based on personal requirements and furnish necessary information on actual basis.

§ Project at a Glance                                     :             To be Filled Up as per Personal Requirements.

[Total Capital Expenditure, Working Capital, Estimated Cost of the Project, Amount of Bank Loan, Amount of Equity Capital and Amount of applicable Margin Money Subsidy – (Urban/Rural /General Category/ Special Category)].

§ General Information and Location          :             To be Furnished in the Blank Space.

[Name of the Unit/Firm, Address of the Proposed Project Location, Size of the Space Available and Occupancy under Ownership/Lease Agreement].

§ Promoter’s Background                            :             To be Furnished in the Blank Space.

[Name of the Promoter, Age, Communication Address, Educational Qualification, Work Experience and Special Training Attended, if Any].

This Project Report/ Business Plan covers all the important aspects of the Project containing Highlights of the Project, Introduction, Market Analysis, Operational Aspects and Financial Aspects. The presentation also supplements with important facts and useful information covering the areas as indicated below;

LIST OF ANNEXURES

1.     Statutory Permits and Business Licenses required for the Project

2.     Smart Tips to Identify Suitable Project Location

3.     Beginner’s Guide to Start the Project

4.     Critical Success Factors in MSE Business and

5.     Market Entry, Distribution, Marketing Strategy and Promotional Ideas to Boost the Sale of the Business.

LIST OF ENCLOSURES

ENCLOSURE-1: PROSPECT FOR INVETSMENT IN NOTEBOOK MAKING BUSINESS.

ENCLOSURE-2: E-BOOK ON SCHEMES FOR MSMEs, MINISTRY OF MSME, GOVT. OF INDIA.

ENCLOSURE-3: SALIENT FEATURES OF MUDRA LOAN SCHEME, MINISTRY OF MSME, GOVT. OF INDIA.

ENCLOSURE-4: FAQ ON MUDRA LOAN SCHEME.

ENCLOSURE-5: BRIEF ABOUT PSB LOANS IN 59 MINUTES SCHEME.

ENCLOSURE-6: FAQ ON PSB LOANS IN 59 MINUTES SCHEME.

Thus the information provided would help in identifying in advance the infrastructure/resources required for the Project and approach the concerned government agencies accordingly. Hence, it becomes a complete document for further action towards realising the dream of becoming an entrepreneur.