Sarkari Yojana

Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Post-Harvest Improvement: ICCD for Small Cardamom (nos) (Improved Cardamom Curing Devices)

Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu

Quick Summary: This scheme subsidizes Improved Cardamom Curing Devices (ICCD) for small cardamom growers in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka to improve drying quality and export readiness. Subsidy ranges from 33.33% for general category growers (up to ₹1,50,000) to 90% for producer groups in identified clusters (up to ₹4,00,000).

About Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Post-Harvest Improvement: ICCD for Small Cardamom (nos) (Improved Cardamom Curing Devices)

Run by Spices Board India under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, the Post-Harvest Improvement – Improved Cardamom Curing Devices (ICCD) for Small Cardamom (Nos.) component of the Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research & Development of Cardamom promotes the use of Improved Cardamom Curing Devices (ICCD) for drying small cardamom, lifting produce quality and export-readiness. It follows the modalities and guidelines cleared by the Competent Authority under the Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research & Development of Cardamom during the 15th Finance Commission period (2021–22 to 2025–26).

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry Of Commerce And Industry

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Post-Harvest Improvement: ICCD for Small Cardamom (nos) (Improved Cardamom Curing Devices), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only applicants from Kerala, Tamil Nadu & Karnataka…

Only applicants from Kerala, Tamil Nadu & Karnataka are covered.

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Eligible cases are recommended by Designated Officials after…

Eligible cases are recommended by Designated Officials after a final inspection.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.

Benefits

Benefits Provided

Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Post-Harvest Improvement: ICCD for Small Cardamom (nos) (Improved Cardamom Curing Devices) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Assistance covers 33.33% of unit cost, capped at…

Assistance covers 33.33% of unit cost, capped at ₹1,50,000/- per unit, for the General Category; 75%, capped at ₹3,37,500, per unit for SC/ST; and 90% for Spice Producer's Groups in Identified Clusters, capped at ₹4,00,000/-.

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Registered cardamom growers with 0.40 ha to 8…

Registered cardamom growers with 0.40 ha to 8 ha of land qualify; groups/FPOs get assistance as per QGBG norms.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.

Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Applicant's Aadhaar card as identity proof

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Receipt of land tax for the current year,…

Receipt of land tax for the current year, or chitta adangal

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Passbook of the applicant's bank account

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The CR/ACR document

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Purchase invoice and payment records for the equipment/device,…

Purchase invoice and payment records for the equipment/device, bought from a valid manufacturer empaneled by Spices Board

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Post-Harvest Improvement: ICCD for Small Cardamom (nos) (Improved Cardamom Curing Devices) through the online application process outlined below.

Registration

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Head to the ServicesPlus website

Head to the ServicesPlus website.

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Select “Register” from the homepage

Select “Register” from the homepage.

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Provide your Full Name, Email ID, Mobile Number,…

Provide your Full Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, State, and Captcha to complete the registration form.

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Double-check the details, then submit the form

Double-check the details, then submit the form.

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You will get an OTP by mobile or…

You will get an OTP by mobile or email — enter it and hit “Verify.”

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Registration finishes successfully, with a confirmation shown on…

Registration finishes successfully, with a confirmation shown on screen or emailed to you. Login

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On the ServicesPlus website, select “Login.”

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Key in your Email ID, Password, and Captcha

Key in your Email ID, Password, and Captcha.

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Choose the relevant service/scheme name from the list

Choose the relevant service/scheme name from the list.

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Fill out the necessary fields in the application…

Fill out the necessary fields in the application form.

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Submit the application

Submit the application.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Apply Online →Official Website