Distribution of Seeds of more productions varieties/ Hybrids varieties Seeds and fertilizer at subsidies etc. to Adivasi farmers in Tribal Area: Tarpaulin 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 "Tarpaulin" is introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to provide subsidized agricultural inputs and tools to Scheduled Tribe farmers for enhancing agricultural production. Through this scheme, the purchase price of tarpaulin assistance provided to tribal cultivators is used to improve productivity and livelihood.

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Benefits
• The assistance covers 75% of the purchase price of the tarpaulin or ₹1,875/-, whichever amount 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: Who can apply for the tarpaulin subsidy under this scheme?
A: Only Scheduled Tribe farmers and tribal cultivators, except those from Dang district, can apply for the tarpaulin subsidy.
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Q: How many tarpaulins can I get under this scheme?
A: You can receive assistance for a maximum of two tarpaulins per account.
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Q: How often can I apply for a tarpaulin subsidy?
A: You can apply for the tarpaulin subsidy only once in 3 years.
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Q: What documents do I need to apply for the tarpaulin subsidy?
A: You need a caste certificate, residence proof, purchase invoice of tarpaulin, and bank account details to apply.
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Q: Is there any specific condition mentioned for getting tarpaulin benefits?
A: Yes, the benefit is given according to conditions No. 5, 16, 17, 19, 22, and 24 of Appendix-1.
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Q: Where should I submit my application for the tarpaulin subsidy?
A: You should submit your application at the Taluka Agriculture Office, District Agriculture Office, or Directorate of Agriculture office.
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Q: Can I get a subsidy if I buy a tarpaulin from any shop?
A: Yes, but you must provide the purchase invoice of the tarpaulin while applying.
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Q: What happens if I apply again before 3 years?
A: You will not be eligible for a second subsidy within 3 years, as per scheme rules.
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Q: Is the tarpaulin benefit available to farmers outside tribal areas?
A: Yes, tribal cultivators residing outside tribal areas are also eligible for the tarpaulin subsidy.
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Q: Why is tarpaulin given under this scheme?
A: Tarpaulins are provided to help farmers protect their crops and inputs, reducing losses and improving productivity.
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