About this agriculture scheme
Through this scheme, the farmers from the Scheduled Caste Category are provided with a grant of 90% subsidy towards the installation of suitable Submersible / Centrifugal motor pump sets with accessories, subject to a maximum of Rs. 60,000/‐ per tubewell per individual.
The scheme “Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Installation of Submersible / Centrifugal Motor Pumpsets With Accessories" was launched by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the farmers from the Scheduled Caste Category are provided with a grant of 90% subsidy towards the installation of suitable Submersible / Centrifugal motor pump sets with accessories, subject to a maximum of Rs. 60,000/‐ per tubewell per individual.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Installation of Submersible / Centrifugal Motor Pumpsets With Accessories (ASCFISCMPA) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Agriculture Department, Puducherry |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Puducherry |
| Official portal | edistrict.py.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline / Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | No lower limit to 5 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 0 to 5 years
- 🏷️SC
- 💼Farmer
- 📝Offline / Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- 90% subsidy towards the installation of suitable Submersible / Centrifugal motor pump sets with accessories, subject to a maximum of Rs. 60,000/‐ per tubewell per individual.
NOTE: The subsidy amount shall be released through the Electronic Clearing System (ECS) if the applicant has undertaken the construction with his/her funds. In case, he/she has availed himself/herself loan from the Nationalized Bank / Co‐operative Bank towards the construction of the tubewell, the subsidy amount shall be remitted to the Bank against the loan account of the beneficiary.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be from the Scheduled Caste Category.
- The applicant should be a farmer in the Union Territory of Puducherry.
- The tubewell in which the submersible/centrifugal motor pump sets is going to be erect and should have been registered in Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry.
- The applicant should hold a minimum of 1.5 acres of land under the command area of the tubewell to be constructed and the applicant should have ownership of the land at least for 2 years and should have a clear ownership title deed in his/her name. The eligible land holding of 1.5 acres should be in favour of the applicant farmer or in favour of the spouse or favour of the member of a joint/undivided family.
- The farmers who have already availed themselves of the subsidy for the said purpose within 5 years are not entitled to any benefit under this scheme.
- The applicant should not convert the lands for a maximum period of 10 years from the date of construction of the tubewell/filter point to any purpose other than agriculture and should execute a bond accordingly.
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*Upon selection, the beneficiaries should submit an affidavit signed before a Notary Public to the effect that the above-said land is under his / her possession, he/she will not sell, mortgage or transfer the lands to any other person for 10 years and that he/she will not convert the land for any other purpose other than agriculture and in case if he/she is found to have not abided by the terms, he/she will be liable for such course of legal action by the Government for breach of any of the conditions of the schemes besides facing recovery/cancellation of subsidy.
Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The applicant must obtain the mandatory PERMIT for the construction of a new / replacement tubewell from the Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry.
Step 2: The applicant of the Puducherry region should approach the concerned office towards the construction of the tubewell by deploying departmental machinery. The applicants who want to construct the tubewell through private machinery should approach the concerned office to get NOC.
Step 3: After obtaining NOC, the farmer has to construct a tubewell by deploying private machinery which is registered with Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry. Inspection will be conducted by the Agricultural Officer (Engg.) concerned at the time of the construction of the tubewell to ascertain the details of pipes and other materials used.
Step 4: After successful completion of the tubewell/filter point construction work under departmental supervision, the interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the concerned office and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority:
- Puducherry: Office of the Hydrogeologist‐II, State Ground Water Unit & Soil Conservation, Thattanchavady, Puducherry‐9.
- Karaikal: Office of the Additional Director of Agriculture, Karaikal.
Step 5: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 6: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the aforementioned authority.
Step 7: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique seniority number will be assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application will be issued to the applicant.
*The application should be submitted within 90 days from the date of completion of the tubewell/filter point construction work.
Online
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".
Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Step 9: Tick the declaration stating "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application number will also be received on your Registered Mobile Number / Registered Email ID.
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Frequently asked questions
Can the land be mortgaged, sold, or transferred during the 10-year commitment period?
No, the land cannot be mortgaged, sold, or transferred to any other person during the 10-year commitment period specified in the affidavit.
What action may the government take if a beneficiary breaches the scheme's conditions?
In case of a breach, the government may take legal action and initiate recovery/cancellation of subsidy from the beneficiary.
How is the subsidy amount released if the applicant uses personal funds for construction?
If the applicant uses personal funds for construction, the subsidy amount is released through the Electronic Clearing System (ECS).
What is the role of the Pondicherry Ground Water Authority in the scheme?
The authority issues the registration certificate, permit, and energization certificate for the tubewell.
Can the applicant convert the land for purposes other than agriculture during the 10-year restriction period?
No, the applicant is prohibited from converting the land for any purpose other than agriculture during the 10-year restriction period.
What authority registers the tubewell in which the pump sets are to be installed?
The tubewell should be registered with the Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry.
What should beneficiaries submit after selection to affirm their commitment to the scheme's conditions?
Upon selection, beneficiaries must submit an affidavit, signed before a Notary Public, committing to retain and use the land for agriculture for a period of 10 years.
Is there a time restriction for applicants who have previously availed themselves of the subsidy?
Farmers who have received the subsidy for the same purpose within the last 5 years are not eligible for benefits under this scheme.
Who issues the certificate for ownership of the land, and what rank should the officer hold?
The certificate for land ownership must be issued by an officer not below the rank of Deputy Tahsildar.
Are there any restrictions on converting the land after tubewell construction?
Applicants are prohibited from converting the land for purposes other than agriculture for a period of 10 years, as specified in a bond.
What is the minimum land requirement for eligibility under this scheme?
Applicants must hold a minimum of 1.5 acres of land under the command area of the tubewell, with ownership for at least 2 years.
How is the subsidy amount disbursed if the applicant has availed a loan for tubewell construction?
The subsidy is remitted to the bank against the loan account if the applicant has taken a loan from a Nationalized Bank or Co‐operative Bank.
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