Distribution of Seeds of more productions varieties/ Hybrids varieties Seeds and fertilizer at subsidies etc. to Adivasi farmers in Tribal Area: Pump Set (TASP & OTASP) Gujarat

Description
The scheme "Distribution of Seeds of more productive varieties / Hybrid varieties Seeds and fertilizer at subsidies etc. to Adivasi farmers in Tribal Area TASP " with a component "Pump set TASP & OTASP " is introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide subsidized agricultural inputs to enhance productivity and livelihood of tribal farmers. Farmers belonging to scheduled tribes and tribal cultivators residing outside tribal areas can achieve higher production of agricultural crops and improve their livelihood by using plant protection equipment, tarpaulins, field demonstrations, micronutrients, agriculture fairs, water carrying pipelines, castor cake/neem cake/LFOM/green manure, pump sets, 100% water-soluble fertilizer, plant protection pesticides, etc. These tools and practices, when used according to scientific recommendations, can significantly increase crop production and, consequently, improve their livelihood.

Benefits
• 3.0 to 3.5 H.Pa.: 75% of purchase price or ₹8,700/- (whichever is less).
• 5.0 H.Pa.: 75% of purchase price or ₹12,000/- (whichever is less).
• 7.5 to 8.0 H.Pa.: 75% of purchase price or ₹13,500/- (whichever is less).
• 10.0 H.Pa.: 75% of purchase price or ₹13,875/- (whichever is less).
• 1.0 to 3.0 H.P.: 75% of purchase price or ₹8,600/- (whichever is less).
• 5.0 H.Pa.: 75% of purchase price or ₹9,750/- (whichever is less).
• 7.5 H.Pa.: 75% of purchase price or ₹12,900/- (whichever is less).
• 3.0 H.Pa.: 75% of purchase price or ₹15,750/- (whichever is less).
• 5.0 H.Pa.: 75% of purchase price or ₹22,350/- (whichever is less).
• 7.5 H.Pa.: 75% of purchase price or ₹27,975/- (whichever is less).
• 10.0 H.Pa.: 75% of purchase price or ₹33,525/- (whichever is less).

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should belong to a Scheduled Tribe.
2. The applicant should be a farmer.
3. The applicant should be located in tribal areas OR be a tribal cultivator residing outside tribal areas.
4. The scheme excludes farmers from Dang district.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
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Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.

Step 2: Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type.
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Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type.

Step 3: Step 3: Enter the 'Company Name' and Address if you have selected 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your A…
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Step 3: Enter the 'Company Name' and Address if you have selected 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type. And for all select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click 'Save and Next'.

Step 4: Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.
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Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and E-mail address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.

Step 5: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.
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Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal.

Step 6: Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
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Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.

Step 7: Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.
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Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open.

Step 8: Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
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Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application.

Step 9: Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
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Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.

Step 10: Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
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Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.

Step 11: Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
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Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.

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

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of scheme and how does it help farmers?
A: The scheme provides subsidized seeds, fertilizers, and pump sets to Scheduled Tribe farmers, helping them increase crop production and improve their livelihood.
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Q: Who can apply for the pump set subsidy under this scheme?
A: Only Scheduled Tribe farmers residing in tribal areas and tribal cultivators outside tribal areas, except those in Dang district, can apply.
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Q: Are farmers in Dang district eligible for this scheme?
A: No, farmers in Dang district are excluded from the scheme benefits.
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Q: What percentage of subsidy is provided on oil engine pump sets?
A: Farmers get 75% subsidy on the purchase price of oil engines, with a maximum limit that varies according to the horsepower.
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Q: What is the subsidy on electric motor pump sets?
A: For electric motors, 75% of the purchase price is provided as a subsidy, subject to different limits based on horsepower.
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Q: Is there a limit on how often I can claim the pump set subsidy?
A: Yes, a farmer can claim the benefit once every 5 years.
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Q: Where should I submit my application for the pump set benefit?
A: You farmers can avail the benefits through an application on the i-Khedut portal.
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Q: What documents are required to apply for the pump set subsidy?
A: You need Aadhaar card, caste certificate, residence proof, land ownership proof, pump set purchase invoice, and bank details.
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