Production Incentive / Back-Ended Subsidy for Cultivation of Horticulture Crops
Through this scheme, the farmers who possess farmer’s identity cards / authenticated land records/documents are provided with One-Time Assistance/ Bi‐Annual Assistance/ Annual Assistance for the Cultivation of Horticulture Crops such as Mango, Guava, and Sapota.
About This Scheme
The scheme “Production Incentive / Back-Ended Subsidy for Cultivation of Horticulture Crops” was launched by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the farmers who possess farmer’s identity cards / authenticated land records/documents are provided with One-Time Assistance/ Bi‐Annual Assistance/ Annual Assistance for the Cultivation of Horticulture Crops such as Mango, Guava, and Sapota.
Benefits
One Time Assistance
Mango: ₹ 12,250.
Guava: ₹ 5,830.
Sapota: ₹ 2,300.
Other fruits (not covered under the NHM scheme): ₹ 25,000.
Bi‐annual Assistance (Two Seasons Per Year) – Thai and Aadi Pattams
Hybrid vegetables: ₹ 5,000.
Country Vegetables: ₹ 12,500.
Winter Vegetables: ₹ 18,750.
Annual Assistance
Coconut: ₹ 7,500.
Tapioca: ₹ 12,500.
Betel Vine: ₹ 1,500/‐, not exceeding ₹ 50,000/‐ Ha.
*The eligible subsidy amount shall be released to the beneficiary’s account on DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) mode after obtaining expenditure sanction as per norms.
*The final list of the beneficiaries would be displayed on the notice board of Uzhavar Uthaviyagams.
Eligibility Criteria
All categories of farmers with farmer’s identity cards / authenticated land records/documents are eligible.
*The Agricultural Officers (Horticulture) shall conduct periodic field inspections to verify the progress of the cultivation in coordination with the Agricultural Officers of the respective Uzhavar Uthaviyagams.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the
Uzhavar Udhaviyagam
(Farmers’ Help Centres) and request the hard copy of the
prescribed format
of the application form from the Agricultural Officer.
Step 2: 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 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the Agricultural Officers of the respective Uzhavar Uthaviyagam.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is 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.
Apply 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.
*Track Your Application
here
* Access the User Manual for Online Application
here
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
One Time Assistance
Mango: ₹ 12,250.
Guava: ₹ 5,830.
Sapota: ₹ 2,300.
Other fruits (not covered under the NHM scheme): ₹ 25,000.
Bi‐annual Assistance (Two Seasons Per Year) - Thai and Aadi Pattams
Hybrid vegetables: ₹ 5,000.
Country Vegetables: ₹ 12,500.
Winter Vegetables: ₹ 18,750.
Annual Assistance
Coconut: ₹ 7,500.
Tapioca: ₹ 12,500.
Betel Vine: ₹ 1,500/‐, not exceeding ₹ 50,000/‐ Ha.
*The eligible subsidy amount shall be released to the beneficiary's account on DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) mode after obtaining expenditure sanction as per norms.
*The final list of the beneficiaries would be displayed on the notice board of Uzhavar Uthaviyagams.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Uzhavar Udhaviyagam
(Farmers' Help Centres) and request the hard copy of the prescribed format
of the application form from the Agricultural Officer.
Step 2: 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 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the Agricultural Officers of the respective Uzhavar Uthaviyagam.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is 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.
Apply 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.
*Track Your Application here
* Access the User Manual for Online Application here
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Production Incentive / Back-Ended Subsidy for Cultivation of Horticulture Crops |
| Short Title | PIBESCHC |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Ministry | Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare |
| Categories | Agriculture,Rural & Environment |
| States | Puducherry |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |