Punjab Farm Tourism Scheme
in Punjab
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Punjab Farm Tourism Scheme in Punjab
Punjab Farm Tourism Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Punjab.
Apply for Punjab Farm Tourism Scheme in Punjab
Scheme Overview
The scheme envisages to provide to the tourists a clean, hygienic and comfortable stay in the farm houses spread across the State of Punjab. The scheme also aims to provide cultural experience to the domestic and foreign tourists through their exposure to village life.
Eligibility Criteria
**The registration of the Farm Stay units shall be done in two categories:** ***Gold Category & Silver Category***
> **Eligibility for Gold category:**
The Farm stay units having:
An area of more than 5 acres with comfortable accommodation of not more than 9 lettable rooms (18 beds) built in it as per standards prescribed in A[nnexure-II](https://pbindustries.gov.in/webportal/uploads/pdffiles/481f31afd3f5844b86e8eee060712cfa.pdf) of the scheme guidelines. 1. Facility for providing cooked meals for the tourists.
Facility for hygienic storage of the food.
Facility can be managed by a Manager also.
> **Eligibility for Silver Category:**
The Farm Stay units having:
An area up to 5 acres having comfortable accommodation of not more than 9 lettable rooms (18 beds) built in it as per the standards prescribed in [Annexure - II](https://pbindustries.gov.in/webportal/uploads/pdffiles/481f31afd3f5844b86e8eee060712cfa.pdf) of the scheme guidelines. 1. Facility for provision of cooked meals for the tourists.
Facility for hygienic storage of the food.
Facility to be operated by owner only.
The unit can be run in any existing house in a village also.
> **Other General Conditions:**
Tariffs charged under the scheme shall be at the discretion of the Registered Farm stay unit owner. The registered owner shall specify the rates for stay, food, and other activities, that he may be providing.
Every registered unit must be furnished and decorated to a high standard of comfort suitable for international and domestic tourists.
Every bedroom must have a neat & clean attached bathroom, 24-hour hot and cold running water facility, Western-style toilet, and adequate arrangements for power supply and backup, ventilation, and lighting facility.
The building should be structurally safe and in good condition and should also meet high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and safety.
The tourists should also be allowed to venture out in the fields during their stay in the unit.
> **Compliance by the registered Farm Stay units:**
The registered Farm Stay unit will be required to maintain. The standards as prescribed in [Annexure -II](https://pbindustries.gov.in/webportal/uploads/pdffiles/481f31afd3f5844b86e8eee060712cfa.pdf) of the scheme at all times. The Chief Executive Officer, PHTPB, or any other officer authorized by the Government can conduct a surprise inspection of the unit at any time between 9.00 am to 5.00 pm without any prior notice. 1. Any change in the facilities of the Farm stay unit will have to be informed to the Chief Executive Officer within 30 days of such change.
The owner of the Registered Farm stay shall be responsible for providing due assistance to the visitor for transport and medical help in case of any medical emergency. In case of any loss, sustained by the guests or tourists due to the negligence of the farm stay owner or his staff, he/they will be compensated by the farm owners.
The registered Farm stay owner shall be responsible for strictly adhering to the rules and regulations of the other departments/ agencies of the Government, as may be applicable.
Benefits
The Farm Stay Scheme will provide the following benefits to the registered owners of the property:
A useful source of additional income to the farm owners of the registered Farm Stay units.
Registered Farm stay units shall be allowed to use Punjab Tourism Logo on their sign boards.
The benefit in terms of support from the Department of Tourism (DoT)/Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board (PHTPB) in marketing the Farm Stay unit, through:
Promotion on the official website of Punjab Tourism.
Media coverage by travel writers.
Promotion of the Farm stay units through brochures/leaflets and other printed material published by the Department of Tourism and Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board.
Promotion through domestic and international trade fairs. During the registered farm stay owners shall be provided space for promotion free of any charges.
**Issuance of FTS Certificate:**
Certificates will be issued by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), PHTPB
The duration of the Certificate is Lifetime.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Checklist of facilities duly filled (Annexure-II) |
| 2 | Signed Declaration (Annexure - III). |
| 3 | Additional relevant background information, if any (Annexure - IV) |
| 4 | Coloured photographs of the property and the rooms proposed to be let out |
| 5 | An affidavit that due assistance of medical help and transportation facility shall be provided to the visitor/tourist in case of any health emergency. |
| 6 | Approved layout of the farmhouse duly specifying the rooms to be offered to the guests/tourists |
| 7 | Copy of ownership documents of the property duly attested by a Group - A officer or a Public Notary |
| 8 | Photo Identity proof of the owner (Passport, Driving License, Voter Card, Ration Card, PAN card, Identity Card issued by Centre/State Government/PSU in case of Government employee, Pensioner's Card, Freedom Fighter Card-any one of these); |
| 9 | Proof of Ownership (NOC) self-attested |
| 10 | Proof of having paid the necessary fee |
How to Apply in Punjab
The application has to be submitted through Kiosk. To get the details of the Kiosk of your location, please click here.
Online - via CSC The application has to be submitted through Kiosk. To get the details of the Kiosk of your location, please click here.
Common questions in Punjab
Who can apply for Punjab Farm Tourism Scheme in Punjab?
Eligible residents of Punjab who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Punjab Farm Tourism Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Punjab Farm Tourism Scheme in Punjab?
Applicants in Punjab typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The scheme envisages to provide to tourists with a clean, hygienic, and comfortable stay in the farmhouses spread across the State of Punjab.