Orthodox or Specialty Tea Production Subsidy" under the "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme

Description
Launched in 2020, the scheme "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme ATISIS " by the Finance Institutional Finance Department, Government of Assam, aims to ensure long-term financial sustainability of the Tea industry and to incentivize manufacturers to move from Crush, Tear, Curl tea to Orthodox tea production. The scheme is implemented by the Finance Department and the Industries & Commerce Department, Government of Assam, through multiple implementing agencies, including banks and the District Industries & Commerce Centre. The applications for this scheme are accepted online through a dedicated portal with a Direct Benefit Transfer mechanism for reimbursement.

Benefits
• Benefit Amount: ₹10/- per kilogram for Orthodox tea, Green tea, White tea, Oolong tea, Singhpo tea, Purple Tea, Yellow tea, or other Specialty tea
• Special Rate: ₹12/- per kilogram for applications of Financial Year 2023-24 only (tea production year 2022-23).
• Validity Period: Extended from Financial Year 2023-24 to 2027-28.
• Disbursement Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer as reimbursement.
• Claim Deadline: Latest by 30th June on completion of every financial year.
• Additional Benefit: Provided in addition to any other subsidy claimed from the Tea Board of India or any other agency.

Eligibility Criteria
1. **General Eligibility**
2. - The applicant must be a tea plantation across all sizes
3. - The applicant must be a tea manufacturing unit manufacturing Crush, Tear, Curl Tea, Orthodox Tea, or Speciality tea including Green tea, Oolong Tea, White tea, Yellow tea and Purple tea
4. - The applicant must be located entirely in Assam
5. - The applicant must not have any part of the plantation or manufacturing facility located outside the State of Assam
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7. **Production Subsidy Specific Eligibility**
8. - The applicant must be manufacturing Orthodox tea, Green tea, White tea, Oolong tea, Singhpo tea, Purple Tea, Yellow tea or other Speciality tea (not manufactured through Crush, Tear, Curl process).
9. - The applicant must have started production on or after 1st of April, 2020.
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Application Process
Step 1: Registration Process
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Registration Process

Step 2: Step 1: Visit the dedicated portal of "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives" Scheme. Click on the "New User Registration" option.
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Step 1: Visit the dedicated portal of "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives" Scheme. Click on the "New User Registration" option.

Step 3: Step 2: In the registration form, fill in basic details including name, mobile number, and email address. Create a username and password following the portal's password policy. Verify your mobile number through one-time password verification. Comp…
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Step 2: In the registration form, fill in basic details including name, mobile number, and email address. Create a username and password following the portal's password policy. Verify your mobile number through one-time password verification. Complete Captcha Code verification. Submit the registration form.

Step 4: Step 3: Check your registered email for the account activation link. Click on the activation link to activate the account. Log in to the portal using registered credentials.
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Step 3: Check your registered email for the account activation link. Click on the activation link to activate the account. Log in to the portal using registered credentials.

Step 5: Step 4: Upload all supporting documents of eligibility in the prescribed format. Fill in complete unit details, including location, type of tea production, and capacity. Submit the unit registration form. Wait for registration approval.
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Application Process

Step 6: Step 1: Log in to the portal using registered credentials. Navigate to the "Apply for Benefits" section. Select the scheme component that you intend to apply for.
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Step 1: Log in to the portal using registered credentials. Navigate to the "Apply for Benefits" section. Select the scheme component that you intend to apply for.

Step 7: Step 2: Fill in the prescribed application form with all mandatory fields. Upload all supporting documents as mentioned in the portal. Ensure file formats and file size restrictions are followed as per the portal guidelines. Review all entered inf…
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Step 2: Fill in the prescribed application form with all mandatory fields. Upload all supporting documents as mentioned in the portal. Ensure file formats and file size restrictions are followed as per the portal guidelines. Review all entered information for accuracy.

Step 8: Step 3: Upload documents in the specified format and size. Ensure all documents are clear and legible. Complete document verification checklist.
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Step 3: Upload documents in the specified format and size. Ensure all documents are clear and legible. Complete document verification checklist.

Step 9: Step 4: Review the complete application before submission. Apply online.
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*Note down the application reference number. Save a copy of the submitted application form.
*Applicants are strongly encouraged to save a copy of the submitted application, confirmation message, and application reference number for future reference and tracking purposes.
Application Status Tracking
Log in to the portal to check application status. Track application progress through different stages of verification. Receive Short Message Service alerts throughout the process, including registration, fund release, etc.
*For Technical Support, please write to [email protected].
Disbursement Process
The Finance Department releases the benefit directly to the beneficiary's bank account. Short Message Service alerts sent for funds disbursement. The beneficiary receives the Direct Benefit Transfer in a registered bank account.

Required Documents
• Monthly E-Returns of Tea Production submitted to Tea Board India.
• Tea Production Certificate.
• Tea Manufacturing License.
• Orthodox/Speciality Tea Production Evidence.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary objective of this tea industry incentive scheme launched in 2020?
A: The scheme aims to ensure long-term financial sustainability of the tea industry and incentivize manufacturers to move from Crush, Tear, Curl tea to Orthodox tea production.
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Q: How much financial benefit can I expect to receive per kilogram of Orthodox tea produced under this scheme?
A: You will receive ₹10 per kilogram for Orthodox tea, Green tea, White tea, Oolong tea, Singhpo tea, Purple tea, Yellow tea, or other specialty tea varieties.
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Q: Is there any special rate available for applications submitted during Financial Year 2023-24?
A: Yes, applications for Financial Year 2023-24 receive a special rate of ₹12 per kilogram for tea production year 2022-23.
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Q: What is the current validity period for this scheme and until when can I apply?
A: The scheme validity has been extended from Financial Year 2023-24 to 2027-28, allowing applications during this period.
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Q: How will I receive the subsidy amount once my application is approved?
A: The benefit is disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer as reimbursement directly to your registered bank account.
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Q: What is the deadline for submitting claims after completing tea production in a financial year?
A: Claims must be submitted latest by 30th June upon completion of every financial year.
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Q: Can I claim this benefit along with other subsidies from Tea Board of India or other agencies?
A: Yes, this benefit is provided in addition to any other subsidy you may have claimed from Tea Board of India or other agencies.
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Q: What size requirements must my tea plantation meet to be eligible for this scheme?
A: Tea plantations across all sizes are eligible, meaning there are no minimum or maximum size restrictions for plantation eligibility.
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Q: What types of tea manufacturing units are considered eligible to apply for this incentive scheme?
A: Eligible units include those manufacturing Crush, Tear, Curl tea, Orthodox tea, or specialty tea including Green tea, Oolong tea, White tea, Yellow tea, and Purple tea.
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Q: Where must my tea plantation and manufacturing facilities be located to qualify for this scheme?
A: Your tea plantation and manufacturing unit must be located entirely within the State of Assam without any part outside Assam.
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Q: Are there any geographical restrictions regarding parts of my plantation or manufacturing facility being located outside Assam?
A: No part of your plantation or manufacturing facility should be located outside the State of Assam for eligibility.
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Q: Which specific types of tea production qualify for the production subsidy under this scheme?
A: You must manufacture Orthodox tea, Green tea, White tea, Oolong tea, Singhpo tea, Purple tea, Yellow tea, or other specialty tea not made through Crush, Tear, Curl process.
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Q: What is the minimum date from which my tea production must have started to be eligible?
A: Your tea production must have started on or after 1st April, 2020 to qualify for the production subsidy.
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Q: What is the first step I need to take to register for this scheme online?
A: Visit the dedicated portal of this scheme and click on the &quot;New User Registration&quot; option to begin the registration process.
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