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FOCUS Scheme (Farmers Collectivization For Upscaling Production and Marketing System)
Planning Department
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Overview
The objective of the FOCUS Scheme is to strengthen farmer groups, increase production, and improve market access to enhance farmers’ income.
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Description
The FOCUS Scheme Farmer’s Collectivization for Upscaling Production and Marketing Systems is one of the flagship schemes of the Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya. Under the scheme, an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 is provided to Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups PGs . Each PG may consist of 10 to 20 members. The benefit amount is credited directly to the PG’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer DBT .
Exclusions
• <br>
Benefits
• The subsidy is disbursed through approved financing partners.
• Loans are provided by selected partner banks with a repayment period of up to 15 years.
• There are no pre-closure penalties on the loan.
• The Government of Meghalaya pays 80% of the total project cost upfront.
• The remaining 20% is provided as a bank loan (5% paid by the entrepreneur and 75% by the government).
• Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs) receive an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The Producer Group must consist of 10 to 20 producers from the same village.
2. The members must be engaged in the same or similar agricultural or allied activities with high income-generation potential.
3. The group must formally form a Producer Group (PG) under the scheme.
4. Each member must hold a valid Family ID/Citizen ID of Meghalaya.
5. All members must belong to different households.
6. Each member must have a separate and unique Family ID of Meghalaya.
7. <br>
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
Online
Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
Step 2: Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
Online
Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
Step 3: Step 3: Select your Authentication ID from the available options, such as
Online
PDS (Ration Card)
Election Photo ID Card (EPIC).
Step 4: Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
Online
Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
Step 5: Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
Online
Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
Step 6: Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
Online
Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
Step 7: Step 7: Fill in all required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review all the information, and click on “Submit.” After successful submission, you will receive a unique application number for future reference.
Online
Sign In
Step 8: Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
Online
Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
Step 9: Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
Online
Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
Step 10: Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
Online
Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
Step 11: Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
Online
Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
Required Documents
• FOCUS PG Details – PG Name, Members name, designation
• Family ID & Citizen ID Download
• Bank account details of the PG – Bank name, IFSC, Branch and Bank Account Number
• Memorandum of association Download
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the FOCUS Scheme?
A: The FOCUS Scheme (Farmer’s Collectivization for Upscaling Production and Marketing Systems) is a flagship initiative of the Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya, aimed at strengthening farmer groups and improving agricultural income.
<br>
Q: Who benefits under the FOCUS Scheme?
A: Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs) consisting of 10–20 members from Meghalaya benefit under this scheme.
<br>
Q: What financial support is provided to Producer Groups?
A: Each eligible PG receives an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 to support production and marketing activities.
<br>
Q: How is the benefit amount transferred?
A: The benefit amount is directly credited to the PG’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
<br>
Q: What is the subsidy pattern under the scheme?
A: The Government of Meghalaya pays 80% of the total project cost upfront as financial support.
<br>
Q: How is the remaining 20% of the project cost financed?
A: The remaining 20% is arranged as a bank loan, where 5% is contributed by the entrepreneur and 75% is supported by the Government.
<br>
Q: Through whom is the subsidy disbursed?
A: The subsidy is disbursed through approved financing partners.
<br>
Q: Which banks provide loans under the scheme?
A: Loans are provided by selected partner banks associated with the scheme.
<br>
Q: What is the loan repayment period?
A: The loan can be repaid over a period of up to 15 years, making repayment manageable for beneficiaries.
<br>
Q: Are there any penalties for early loan repayment?
A: No, there are no pre-closure penalties for loans under the scheme.
<br>
The FOCUS Scheme Farmer’s Collectivization for Upscaling Production and Marketing Systems is one of the flagship schemes of the Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya. Under the scheme, an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 is provided to Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups PGs . Each PG may consist of 10 to 20 members. The benefit amount is credited directly to the PG’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer DBT .
Exclusions
• <br>
Benefits
• The subsidy is disbursed through approved financing partners.
• Loans are provided by selected partner banks with a repayment period of up to 15 years.
• There are no pre-closure penalties on the loan.
• The Government of Meghalaya pays 80% of the total project cost upfront.
• The remaining 20% is provided as a bank loan (5% paid by the entrepreneur and 75% by the government).
• Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs) receive an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The Producer Group must consist of 10 to 20 producers from the same village.
2. The members must be engaged in the same or similar agricultural or allied activities with high income-generation potential.
3. The group must formally form a Producer Group (PG) under the scheme.
4. Each member must hold a valid Family ID/Citizen ID of Meghalaya.
5. All members must belong to different households.
6. Each member must have a separate and unique Family ID of Meghalaya.
7. <br>
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
Online
Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
Step 2: Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
Online
Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
Step 3: Step 3: Select your Authentication ID from the available options, such as
Online
PDS (Ration Card)
Election Photo ID Card (EPIC).
Step 4: Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
Online
Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
Step 5: Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
Online
Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
Step 6: Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
Online
Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
Step 7: Step 7: Fill in all required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review all the information, and click on “Submit.” After successful submission, you will receive a unique application number for future reference.
Online
Sign In
Step 8: Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
Online
Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
Step 9: Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
Online
Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
Step 10: Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
Online
Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
Step 11: Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
Online
Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
Required Documents
• FOCUS PG Details – PG Name, Members name, designation
• Family ID & Citizen ID Download
• Bank account details of the PG – Bank name, IFSC, Branch and Bank Account Number
• Memorandum of association Download
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the FOCUS Scheme?
A: The FOCUS Scheme (Farmer’s Collectivization for Upscaling Production and Marketing Systems) is a flagship initiative of the Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya, aimed at strengthening farmer groups and improving agricultural income.
<br>
Q: Who benefits under the FOCUS Scheme?
A: Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs) consisting of 10–20 members from Meghalaya benefit under this scheme.
<br>
Q: What financial support is provided to Producer Groups?
A: Each eligible PG receives an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 to support production and marketing activities.
<br>
Q: How is the benefit amount transferred?
A: The benefit amount is directly credited to the PG’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
<br>
Q: What is the subsidy pattern under the scheme?
A: The Government of Meghalaya pays 80% of the total project cost upfront as financial support.
<br>
Q: How is the remaining 20% of the project cost financed?
A: The remaining 20% is arranged as a bank loan, where 5% is contributed by the entrepreneur and 75% is supported by the Government.
<br>
Q: Through whom is the subsidy disbursed?
A: The subsidy is disbursed through approved financing partners.
<br>
Q: Which banks provide loans under the scheme?
A: Loans are provided by selected partner banks associated with the scheme.
<br>
Q: What is the loan repayment period?
A: The loan can be repaid over a period of up to 15 years, making repayment manageable for beneficiaries.
<br>
Q: Are there any penalties for early loan repayment?
A: No, there are no pre-closure penalties for loans under the scheme.
<br>
Eligibility Criteria
1
The Producer Group must consist of 10 to 20 producers from the same village.
2
The members must be engaged in the same or similar agricultural or allied activities with high income-generation potential.
3
The group must formally form a Producer Group (PG) under the scheme.
4
Each member must hold a valid Family ID/Citizen ID of Meghalaya.
5
All members must belong to different households.
6
Each member must have a separate and unique Family ID of Meghalaya.
7
<br>
Benefits
The subsidy is disbursed through approved financing partners.
Loans are provided by selected partner banks with a repayment period of up to 15 years.
There are no pre-closure penalties on the loan.
The Government of Meghalaya pays 80% of the total project cost upfront.
The remaining 20% is provided as a bank loan (5% paid by the entrepreneur and 75% by the government).
Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs) receive an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | FOCUS PG Details – PG Name, Members name, designation |
| 2 | Family ID & Citizen ID Download |
| 3 | Bank account details of the PG – Bank name, IFSC, Branch and Bank Account Number |
| 4 | Memorandum of association Download |
How to Apply
1
Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
Online Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
2
Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
Online Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
3
Step 3: Select your Authentication ID from the available options, such as
Online PDS (Ration Card) Election Photo ID Card (EPIC).
4
Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
Online Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
5
Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
Online Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
6
Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
Online Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
7
Step 7: Fill in all required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review all the information, and click on “Submit.” After successful submission, you will receive a unique application number for future reference.
Online Sign In
8
Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
Online Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
9
Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
Online Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
10
Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
Online Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
11
Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
Online Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
Frequently Asked Questions
The FOCUS Scheme (Farmer’s Collectivization for Upscaling Production and Marketing Systems) is a flagship initiative of the Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya, aimed at strengthening farmer groups and improving agricultural income. <br>
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