Sarkari Yojana
Tea Development and Promotion Scheme (TDPS): Plantation Development for Small Tea Growers (PDSTG): Mechanization for Individual Small Growers
About Tea Development and Promotion Scheme (TDPS): Plantation Development for Small Tea Growers (PDSTG): Mechanization for Individual Small Growers
The Government of India has approved the Tea Board’s “Tea Development & Promotion Scheme” for implementation across the 15th Finance Commission period (2021-26). The scheme comprises seven major components spanning the Tea Board’s core functions, aimed at protecting, growing and sustaining the Indian tea industry.
Its objective is to raise the production, productivity and quality of Indian teas to keep them competitive globally, while focusing on developing small tea growers, helping them collectivize to move up the value chain, adding value to tea for better price realization and export share, exploring the potential of tea grown in the North Eastern states, boosting per capita tea consumption, improving India’s tea exports to high-value markets, and encouraging research, development and technological innovation to bring transparency across the supply chain, as envisaged under the Tea Act, 1953.
“Plantation Development for Small Tea Growers (PDSTG)” Component of the TDPS
This component aims to raise tea production, productivity and quality, support small tea growers’ overall development so they can move up the value chain, promote sustainable production through organic and climate-resilient tea cultivation, and help growers become self-reliant by setting up their own processing units.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Commerce And Industry
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Tea Development and Promotion Scheme (TDPS): Plantation Development for Small Tea Growers (PDSTG): Mechanization for Individual Small Growers, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Small tea growers, including members of self-help groups…
Small tea growers, including members of self-help groups and Farmers' Producer Organizations, can apply.
Benefits Provided
Tea Development and Promotion Scheme (TDPS): Plantation Development for Small Tea Growers (PDSTG): Mechanization for Individual Small Growers provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Equipment and Scale of Assistance
Equipment and Scale of Assistance
Equipment
Equipment: Pruning Machine; Ceiling Limit (₹): 30,000; Other Eligibility: One (1) machine allowed for each grower / up to 5.00 ha of tea area- Equipment: Mechanical Harvester; Ceiling Limit (₹): Single Man Harvester @ 25,000; Double Man Harvester @ 40,000; Other Eligibility: One for each grower / up to 10.00 ha of tea area- Equipment: Power Sprayer; Ceiling Limit (₹): 15,000; Other Eligibility: One for each grower / up to 5.00 ha of tea area- Equipment: Brush Cutter; Ceiling Limit (₹): 28,000; Other Eligibility: One for each grower / up to 10.00 ha of tea area- Equipment: Plucking Shear; Ceiling Limit (₹): 550; Other Eligibility: One for each grower/ up to 0.40 Ha of tea area
Mode of Payment
Mode of Payment
Disbursements are made exclusively through electronic modes, namely…
Disbursements are made exclusively through electronic modes, namely RTGS/NEFT/PFMS.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Tea Board registration, or a QR-based identity smart…
Tea Board registration, or a QR-based identity smart card issued by the Tea Board, or an assigned unique identification number.
For individual small tea growers
For individual small tea growers: an A-4 size survey map of the tea area, prepared by a government-approved surveyor or the Land Revenue department, duly certified and signed by both the issuing authority and the applicant, wherever applicable.
A self-declaration of PPC compliance
A self-declaration of PPC compliance.
An Aadhar Card (for individuals) or PAN/TAN/GST registration…
An Aadhar Card (for individuals) or PAN/TAN/GST registration (for others), as applicable.
Bank account details, linked to the mobile number…
Bank account details, linked to the mobile number and Aadhar, with the IFSC code, for claiming financial assistance (a cancelled cheque must be uploaded).
For SHGs/FPOs/FPCs
For SHGs/FPOs/FPCs: a copy of a recent resolution, together with details of office bearers and members and their tea area under cultivation. NOTE: A small tea grower lacking a Tea Board-issued identity card can obtain one by presenting documents proving land ownership; where title deeds are unavailable, a possession certificate issued by the concerned State Government's nearest field office suffices.
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Tea Development and Promotion Scheme (TDPS): Plantation Development for Small Tea Growers (PDSTG): Mechanization for Individual Small Growers through the online application process outlined below.
Registration 1
Registration 1. Visit the official portal of the Tea Board. 2. To create an account, click 'Register' or 'Sign Up'. You'll need to provide details such as Name, Date of Birth, Gender, Mobile Number and Email Address. 3. Choose a username and password, ensuring the password meets the required security standards. 4. Once your details are submitted, you'll receive a One-Time Password (OTP) on your registered mobile number and email; enter it to verify your identity.
Application 1
Application 1. Log in with the credentials created during registration to reach your dashboard, then navigate to the Scheme's Online Application Form, filling in all mandatory fields and uploading the necessary documents. 2. Carefully review all the entered information and uploaded documents, making corrections where needed. 3. Accept the terms and conditions, declaration, and privacy policy. 4. Click 'Submit' to send your application; the system generates an acknowledgement once it's submitted successfully.
Check Application Status 1
Check Application Status 1. Track your application's status on your dashboard using the Application Reference ID. 2. The portal may also send status updates via email or SMS. NOTE: Only one application is considered per component, though applicants may apply for multiple activities within a single application, per their eligibility. Application Fee Every application must carry a non-refundable fee of ₹ 100/- (Rupees one hundred only) plus GST (waived for SC, ST, women and differently-abled applicants). No application is accepted without this fee, except for exempted stakeholders.
Offline Application
Applicants can apply for Tea Development and Promotion Scheme (TDPS): Plantation Development for Small Tea Growers (PDSTG): Mechanization for Individual Small Growers through the offline application process outlined below.
Application Process
Until the online platform is ready, the Competent Authority may, at its discretion, permit physical submission of applications at the field offices (ZO/ROs/SROs/HQ).
Every application must carry a non-refundable fee of ₹ 100/- (Rupees one hundred only) plus GST (waived for SC, ST, women and differently-abled applicants). No application is accepted without this fee, except for exempted stakeholders.
Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible
In the event of a change in the ownership of the tea garden before the completion of disbursement of the sanctioned subsidy amount, the transferor/seller of the tea garden shall cease to receive any further subsidy remaining to be paid by the Tea Board after the transfer/sale is affected.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.