About this agriculture scheme
The scheme provides financial assistance to dairy farmers belonging to Scheduled Caste category on purchase of electric powered chaff cutters. By using power driven chaff cutter, dairy farmers can reduce wastage of green &dry fodder which is economically important for their profitable dairy farming.
The scheme “Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Scheduled Castes Sub Plan (SC Category)” is implemented by the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, financial assistance is given to dairy farmers belonging to the Scheduled Caste category on purchase of electric powered chaff cutters. By using power driven chaff cutter, dairy farmers can reduce wastage of green and dry fodder which is economically important for their profitable dairy farming.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Scheduled Castes Sub Plan (SC Category) (APDCCSSCSP(SCC)) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Department Of Animal Husbandry, District Panchayats, Gujarat |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 🏷️SC
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Under the scheme, financial assistance up to 75% of the purchase cost of powered chaff cutter or Rs. 18,000/-, whichever is less, is given to beneficiaries of Scheduled Caste category.
Note: The amount of assistance will be deposited in bank account of the beneficiary.
Who qualifies
- The beneficiary should be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
- The beneficiary should belong to the Scheduled Caste category.
- The beneficiary should have a minimum of five (5) animals of his/her own.
Papers to keep ready
1. Identity proof of the applicant i.e. Aadhaar Card
2. Scheduled Caste certificate
3. Proof of residence
4. Proof of possessing necessary animals
5. Bank account details of beneficiary
6. Any other documents as required
Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 01: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Animal Husbandry Schemes’.
Step 03: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open.
Step 04: Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 05: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 06: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 07: Take a print out of the confirmed application.
Step 08: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx
Note: After sanctioning application through I-Khedut Portal, beneficiary has to purchase Chaff Cutter from government approved empanelled vendor and has to produce the bill for claim submission of subsidy.
Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of this scheme?
Eligible beneficiaries can receive financial assistance covering up to 75% of the purchase cost of a powered chaff cutter or Rs. 18,000/-, whichever is lower.
How is the financial assistance provided?
The amount of assistance will be directly deposited into the bank account of the beneficiary.
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Eligible beneficiaries must be permanent residents of Gujarat and belong to the Scheduled Caste category.
What is the minimum requirement for the number of animals owned by the beneficiary?
Beneficiaries must possess a minimum of five (5) animals of their own to qualify for the scheme.
How can one apply for this scheme?
Applicants can apply online through the I-Khedut Portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/.
Can dairy farmers from other states apply for this scheme?
No, this scheme is specifically designed for dairy farmers in Gujarat belonging to the Scheduled Caste category.
How is the subsidy claimed after purchasing the chaff cutter?
After purchasing the chaff cutter from a government-approved empanelled vendor, beneficiaries need to produce the bill for claim submission of the subsidy.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Official Website doah.gujarat.gov.in
- Scheme Details (Page No. 7) doah.gujarat.gov.in (PDF)
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