Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Installation of Submersible / Centrifugal Motor Pumpsets With Accessories
in Puducherry
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Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Installation of Submersible / Centrifugal Motor Pumpsets With Accessories in Puducherry
Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Installation of Submersible / Centrifugal Motor Pumpsets With Accessories is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Puducherry.
Apply for Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Installation of Submersible / Centrifugal Motor Pumpsets With Accessories in Puducherry
Scheme Overview
Through this scheme, the farmers from the Scheduled Caste Category are provided with a grant of 90% subsidy towards the installation of suitable Submersible / Centrifugal motor pump sets with accessories, subject to a maximum of ₹60,000/‐ per tubewell per individual.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be from the Scheduled Caste Category.
- The applicant should be a farmer in the Union Territory of Puducherry.
- The tubewell in which the submersible/centrifugal motor pump sets is going to be erect and should have been registered in Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry.
- The applicant should hold a minimum of 1.5 acres of land under the command area of the tubewell to be constructed and the applicant should have ownership of the land at least for 2 years and should have a clear ownership title deed in his/her name. The eligible land holding of 1.5 acres should be in favour of the applicant farmer or in favour of the spouse or favour of the member of a joint/undivided family.
- The farmers who have already availed themselves of the subsidy for the said purpose within 5 years are not entitled to any benefit under this scheme.
- The applicant should not convert the lands for a maximum period of 10 years from the date of construction of the tubewell/filter point to any purpose other than agriculture and should execute a bond accordingly.
Benefits
90% subsidy towards the installation of suitable Submersible / Centrifugal motor pump sets with accessories, subject to a maximum of ₹60,000/‐ per tubewell per individual.
NOTE: The subsidy amount shall be released through the Electronic Clearing System (ECS) if the applicant has undertaken the construction with his/her funds. In case, he/she has availed himself/herself loan from the Nationalized Bank / Co‐operative Bank towards the construction of the tubewell, the subsidy amount shall be remitted to the Bank against the loan account of the beneficiary.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Nationality, Nativity, Caste Certificate and a Certificate issued by an officer not below the rank of the Deputy Tahsildar. |
| 2 | The certificate for the ownership of the land issued by an officer, not below the rank of Deputy Tahsildar. |
| 3 | The copy of the Registration certificate, Permit and Energisation Certificate issued by the Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry |
| 4 | Original bills for the expenses incurred towards the construction of the tubewell (or) in case of those who have availed themselves of a Bank loan, attested copy of the original bills, and certificate from the Bank to that effect. |
| 5 | Copy of the Aadhaar card, Farmers Identity Card, and Bank passbook front page. |
How to Apply in Puducherry
Step 1: The applicant must obtain the mandatory PERMIT for the construction of a new / replacement tubewell from the Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry.
Offline Step 1: The applicant must obtain the mandatory PERMIT for the construction of a new / replacement tubewell from the Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry.
Step 2: The applicant of the Puducherry region should approach the concerned office towards the construction of the tubewell by deploying departmental machinery. The applicants who want to construct the tubewell through private machinery should ap…
Offline Step 2: The applicant of the Puducherry region should approach the concerned office towards the construction of the tubewell by deploying departmental machinery. The applicants who want to construct the tubewell through private machinery should approach the concerned office to get NOC.
Step 3: After obtaining NOC, the farmer has to construct a tubewell by deploying private machinery which is registered with Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry. Inspection will be conducted by the Agricultural Officer (Engg.) concerned …
Offline Step 3: After obtaining NOC, the farmer has to construct a tubewell by deploying private machinery which is registered with Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry. Inspection will be conducted by the Agricultural Officer (Engg.) concerned at the time of the construction of the tubewell to ascertain the details of pipes and other materials used.
Step 4: After successful completion of the tubewell/filter point construction work under departmental supervision, the interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the concerned office and request the hard copy of the prescribed format …
Offline Puducherry: Office of the Hydrogeologist‐II, State Ground Water Unit & Soil Conservation, Thattanchavady, Puducherry‐9. Karaikal: Office of the Additional Director of Agriculture, Karaikal.
Step 5: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline Step 5: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 6: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the aforementioned authority.
Offline Step 6: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the aforementioned authority.
Step 7: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique seniority number will be assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references…
Offline *The application should be submitted within 90 days from the date of completion of the tubewell/filter point construction work.
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Online Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
Online Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declara…
Online Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".
Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Online Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
Online Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Online Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Online Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Online Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Step 9: Tick the declaration stating "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application nu…
Online *Track Your Application here * Access the User Manual for Online Application here
Common questions in Puducherry
Who can apply for Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Installation of Submersible / Centrifugal Motor Pumpsets With Accessories in Puducherry?
Eligible residents of Puducherry who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Installation of Submersible / Centrifugal Motor Pumpsets With Accessories. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Installation of Submersible / Centrifugal Motor Pumpsets With Accessories in Puducherry?
Applicants in Puducherry typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, the land cannot be mortgaged, sold, or transferred to any other person during the 10-year commitment period specified in the affidavit.