About this agriculture scheme
This scheme supports grower groups in organic farming and certification for spices. They can receive up to Rs. 1,68,000 based on their region. Applications are ongoing and can be submitted online.
The Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices aims to help grower groups and Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs). It is run by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
The scheme provides financial support for establishing certification systems for organic spices. It helps farmers with training and documentation.
This assistance is crucial for promoting organic farming and improving the quality of spices in India.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Organic Farming: Internal Control System (ICS) (nos) (ISFEPQIISARADOCOFICS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Commerce And Industry |
| Benefit | This scheme supports grower groups in organic farming and certification for spices. |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | serviceonline.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Centrally Sponsored Scheme |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Last date for application | Ongoing |
| Age | 18 to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
यह योजना उत्पादक समूहों को जैविक खेती और मसालों के लिए प्रमाणन में सहायता करती है। उन्हें अधिकतम Rs. 1,68,000 मिल सकता है। आवेदन ऑनलाइन किए जा सकते हैं और कोई अंतिम तिथि नहीं है।
This scheme supports grower groups in organic farming and certification for spices.
What you receive
- 50% of costs, maximum Rs. 1,12,000 for ONER groups
- 75% of costs, maximum Rs. 1,68,000 for NER groups
Payments are made directly to the applicants based on the approved costs after the required documentation is submitted.
Who qualifies
- Age between 18 and 80 years
- Must apply online
- Must be part of a grower group or FPO involved in organic spice cultivation
- Applicable in all spice-growing states and UTs in India
Who is not eligible
- No specific exclusions mentioned
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Registration walkthrough
- Visit the ServicesPlus website.
- Click on the 'Register' option and fill in the required details.
- Submit the registration form and verify with the OTP received.
- Login using your email ID and password.
- Select the relevant scheme and fill in the application form.
- Submit the application.
To check your application or payment status, log in to the ServicesPlus portal and look for your application status there.
Real-life examples: are you eligible?
A quick way to gauge your eligibility: find the profile nearest to yours.
Every case differs. Confirm your eligibility on the official portal before applying.
- Not submitting all required documents, leading to rejection.
- Incorrectly filling out the application form.
- Missing the age criteria.
- Failing to register before applying online.
- Not verifying the OTP during registration.
Frequently asked questions
What is the goal of this scheme?
The scheme aims to support grower groups in obtaining organic certification for spices.
Who can apply for this scheme?
Grower groups and Farmer Producer Organizations involved in organic spice cultivation can apply.
How many times can a group receive assistance?
A group can receive assistance up to three times during the five-year period.
Is there a specific deadline for applications?
No, applications are ongoing without a specified end date.
What happens if I don't have all the documents?
Your application may be rejected if required documents are missing.
Can individual farmers apply?
No, only groups or FPOs can apply for this scheme.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines www.indianspices.com
- Application Portal serviceonline.gov.in
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
First draft prepared with editorial AI tools; every fact verified against the official notification and rewritten by our team.
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