Assistance to Farmers in Purchasing Nano Fertilizers Under the Agricultural Assistance Program for Farmers Other than Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes

Description
The scheme "Assistance to Farmers in Purchasing Nano Fertilizers Under the Agricultural Assistance Program for Farmers Other than Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide financial aid to non-SC/ST farmers in Gujarat to help them purchase Nano Fertilizers. By encouraging the use of efficient and innovative agricultural inputs, the scheme strives to boost farm productivity, improve crop yields, and raise the overall economic well-being of farmers.

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Benefits
• Up to 50% of the purchased price per hectare or ₹750/- (within a maximum limit of 4 hectares per account.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant must be a farmer.
2. - The applicant must belong to the General category (i.e., not SC or ST).
3. - The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.

Required Documents
• 7/12 Certificate.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary objective of this scheme?
A: The primary objective of this scheme is to enhance the agricultural productivity and standard of living of general category farmers by providing financial assistance for Nano Fertilizer purchases.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: Any individual who is a registered farmer, belongs to the General category, and resides in Gujarat is eligible to apply under this scheme.
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Q: What kind of financial benefit does the scheme offer to farmers?
A: Under this scheme, eligible farmers are entitled to receive financial assistance equivalent to up to 50% of the purchase price of Nano Fertilizers per hectare or a maximum of ₹750 per hectare, whichever is lower, subject to a cap of 4 hectares per applicant.
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Q: Is there a maximum landholding limit for receiving assistance through this scheme?
A: No, however, the scheme provides financial assistance for a maximum of 4 hectares of agricultural land per applicant, and any landholding beyond that is not considered for subsidy.
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Q: Does the applicant have to pay any fee while submitting the application form?
A: No, the application process for this scheme is completely free of cost, and applicants are not required to pay any application or processing fee.
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Q: Can farmers belonging to Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes apply under this scheme?
A: No, this scheme is specifically designed for the upliftment of farmers from the General category, and therefore SC and ST category farmers are not eligible to apply.
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Q: Will an applicant be eligible for assistance if they apply for more than 4 hectares of land?
A: No, the scheme strictly enforces a limit of 4 hectares per account, and any additional area beyond this limit is not eligible for subsidy or assistance.
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Q: How can an eligible farmer submit an application for this scheme?
A: An eligible farmer must visit the official [iKhedut ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/)portal and fill out the online application form by providing accurate personal, bank account and other details along with the required documents.
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Q: What are the essential documents that need to be uploaded with the application?
A: The applicant must upload a copy of their 7/12 land certificate, Aadhar card, and either a bank passbook or a cancelled cheque to complete the application process.
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Q: Who should the applicant contact for help or more information about the scheme?
A: The applicant should contact the nearest agriculture office or visit the [iKhedut ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/)portal for more information.