Sarkari Yojana
Pension Scheme for the Tappers in Small Rubber Plantations
About Pension Scheme for the Tappers in Small Rubber Plantations
Launched by the Rubber Board under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, the Pension Scheme for the Tappers in Small Rubber Plantations was designed to motivate tappers and keep them in the tapping profession. The Rubber Board extends support to tappers by converging with the pension scheme run through the Kerala Small Plantations Workers Welfare Fund Scheme, contributing 50% of the yearly premium for up to 5 years to tappers who enrol. The scheme guarantees a regular pension once a tapper turns 60. It operates under the Kerala Small Plantation Worker Fund Act, 2008, and any amendment made to that Act will apply to members enrolled under the scheme.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Commerce And Industry
Rubber Board
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Pension Scheme for the Tappers in Small Rubber Plantations, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
A tapper aged between 18 and 55 years,…
A tapper aged between 18 and 55 years, with at least 90 days of experience in the preceding 12 months.
Engaged in tapping work throughout the year in…
Engaged in tapping work throughout the year in small rubber plantations for wages, or self-tapping in their own small rubber plantation of up to 1 hectare.
Certified under the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)…
Certified under the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) component of the Government of India's PMKVY, or through any skill-upgradation training conducted by the Rubber Board (TSS, TISP).
Tappers enrolled in the tapper bank under Rubber…
Tappers enrolled in the tapper bank under Rubber Producers Societies (RPS) are also eligible to enrol. Note: A tapper who already belongs to a Central/State Government pension scheme, or who taps in a rubber plantation larger than 5 hectares, cannot join this scheme. Mode of Contribution: Each tapper contributes ₹480/- a year to the scheme. For the first 5 years, the Rubber Board covers 50% of this annual contribution for every member who pays on time, meaning each tapper only needs to pay ₹240/- a year during that period. After 5 years, the tapper must pay the full contribution until reaching the age of 60.
Benefits Provided
Pension Scheme for the Tappers in Small Rubber Plantations provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
A member who keeps up their annual contribution…
A member who keeps up their annual contribution until age 60 will receive a pension of ₹1300/- per month.
Members also qualify for other benefits such as…
Members also qualify for other benefits such as family pension, financial assistance for permanent disability, maternity benefits, medical assistance, and any other benefit the Government may decide from time to time.
The scheme guarantees a regular pension once the…
The scheme guarantees a regular pension once the member turns 60.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
A copy of the Aadhaar card for identity…
A copy of the Aadhaar card for identity verification.
The training certificate issued by the Board
The training certificate issued by the Board.
A document serving as proof of age
A document serving as proof of age.
Two passport-size photographs
Two passport-size photographs.
Any other document that may be required
Any other document that may be required.
How to Apply
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for Pension Scheme for the Tappers in Small Rubber Plantations through the offline application process outlined below.
A tapper submits a duly completed application form,…
A tapper submits a duly completed application form, countersigned by the employer/RPS President/Field Officer, along with all relevant documents.
Application forms are available at the Regional Offices…
Application forms are available at the Regional Offices of the Labour Welfare Division.
The original application forms and documents, once received,…
The original application forms and documents, once received, should be forwarded as hard copies to the Labour Welfare Division, Kottayam, with a covering letter listing applicant details such as Name, Address, Age, Category, and UTR No. Note 01: The scheme runs through the Board's Regional Offices. Note 02: The Dy. RPC/DO in charge of each regional office may work to widely publicize the scheme among tappers trained by the Board and to enrol as many tappers as possible. Note 03: Support from the RPSs can also be sought, giving priority to members of the tapper bank.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.