About this agriculture scheme
The objective of the scheme is to provide agricultural machinery such as power tillers/ bulldozers/ tractors etc. on hiring at subsidised rate.
The “Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme” is a State Plan Scheme, which is implemented by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. The objective of the scheme is to provide agricultural machinery such as power tillers/bulldozers/tractors etc. on hiring at subsidised rate.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme (AE(M)S) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Agriculture Department |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Meghalaya |
| Official portal | megagriculture.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Department Of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government Of Meghalaya |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 💼Farmer
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Pattern of Assistance:
- Providing a 60% subsidy for the purchase of improved farm machinery and equipment (Proposed for Power Tiller and Diesel Water Pumpset).
Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):
- Subsidy for hiring of farm machinery and equipment.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Application Process:
Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.
Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the relevant documents at the nearest office of the Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture Circle.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):
The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.
Whom to Contact:
- District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts.
- Sub-divisional Officers of the concerned sub-divisions.
- Agriculture Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Blocks.
- Assistant Agriculture Engineer (Mechanical) of the concerned districts.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to provide agricultural machinery such as power tillers/ bulldozers/ tractors etc. on hiring at subsidised rate.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya
Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
The bonafide farmers of Meghalaya who are engaged in agriculture can apply under the scheme.
What is the pattern of assistance?
Providing a 50% subsidy for the purchase of improved farm machinery and equipment (Proposed for Power Tiller and Diesel Water Pumpset).
What is the type of assistance/service?
Subsidy for hiring of farm machinery and equipment.
How to apply for the scheme?
The bonafide farmers can apply in plain paper through the nearest Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture Circle.
What is the beneficiaries’ selection procedure
Selection of farmers on first come first basis.
Whom to contact?
1. District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts.
2. Sub-divisional Officers of the concerned sub-divisions.
3. Agriculture Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Blocks.
4. Assistant Agriculture Engineer (Mechanical) of the concerned districts.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Scheme Details meghalaya.gov.in
- FAQs megagriculture.gov.in (PDF)
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