Financial Assistance Scheme for Purchase of Agricultural Land to Scheduled Caste Farmers
in Gujarat
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Key dates and updates (Gujarat)
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Financial Assistance Scheme for Purchase of Agricultural Land to Scheduled Caste Farmers in Gujarat
Financial Assistance Scheme for Purchase of Agricultural Land to Scheduled Caste Farmers is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Gujarat.
Apply for Financial Assistance Scheme for Purchase of Agricultural Land to Scheduled Caste Farmers in Gujarat
Scheme Overview
The scheme was launched on in the year 1986. Under the scheme, financial assistance is provided to farmers belonging to the scheduled castes to purchase agricultural land, with a maximum limit of 2 acres, for self-cultivation.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should belong to Scheduled Castes Category.
The applicant should be a native of Gujarat.
The applicant must be an agricultural labourer.
The annual income limit will be ₹6,00,000/- for rural areas and ₹6,00,000/- for urban areas.
Excluding government assistance, only the beneficiary who is able to purchase the land is eligible for the benefit.
Only one member of the family is eligible for the benefit.
Beneficiaries of land acquired with government assistance will be subject to non-sale for 15 years.
Under this scheme, assistance will be available for purchasing agricultural land from government or private individuals.
Benefits
Under the scheme, Scheduled caste farmers are provided with financial assistance of ₹1,00,000/- per acre to purchase agricultural land.
Assistance is provided up to ₹2,00,000/- for a maximum of 2 acres to enable the purchase of agricultural land.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Passport-size Photograph |
| 2 | Aadhaar Card of the applicant |
| 3 | Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority |
| 4 | Proof of being a farmer/agricultural worker |
| 5 | Income certificate |
| 6 | Valid copy Revenue (Revenue) Department's permission to sell land |
| 7 | True copy of revenue account permission for sale of land |
| 8 | Copy of first page of Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque (in applicant's name) |
| 9 | Any other documents as required |
Common questions in Gujarat
Who can apply for Financial Assistance Scheme for Purchase of Agricultural Land to Scheduled Caste Farmers in Gujarat?
Eligible residents of Gujarat who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Financial Assistance Scheme for Purchase of Agricultural Land to Scheduled Caste Farmers. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Financial Assistance Scheme for Purchase of Agricultural Land to Scheduled Caste Farmers in Gujarat?
Applicants in Gujarat typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
What are the important dates for Financial Assistance Scheme for Purchase of Agricultural Land to Scheduled Caste Farmers?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 1 January 1986 through 1 January 1986, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
The scheme was launched in the year 1986.