Sarkari Yojana

AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization

Gujarat
Quick Summary: Gujarat's AGR-61 scheme funds Agro Service Provider units run by PACS, farmer groups, FPCs, SHGs and agriculture graduates, offering up to 75% (max ₹7,50,000) in general areas and up to 85% (max ₹8,50,000) in tribal areas, spread over five years.

About AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization

Introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, the “AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization” scheme extends financial backing for farm mechanization delivered through Agro Service Providers. By doing so, it seeks to make farming both more productive and less expensive for cultivators.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

Eligible entities:

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A Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS)

A Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS)

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Groups formed by farmers (Farmer Groups)

Groups formed by farmers (Farmer Groups)

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Registered Farmer Producer Companies

Registered Farmer Producer Companies

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Cooperative Institutions of any kind

Cooperative Institutions of any kind

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Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Sakhi Mandals > Eligible…

Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Sakhi Mandals Eligible Individuals with relevant agricultural education:

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Holders of a Diploma in Agriculture

Holders of a Diploma in Agriculture

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Holders of a Graduate degree in Agriculture

Holders of a Graduate degree in Agriculture

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Holders of a Postgraduate degree in Agriculture

Holders of a Postgraduate degree in Agriculture

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Holders of a Bachelor of Rural Studies (B.R.S.)

Holders of a Bachelor of Rural Studies (B.R.S.)

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

Benefits Provided

AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Name of the Component

Standard of Assistance (General areas)Standard of Assistance (Tribal areas)Agro Service Provider UnitAssistance of up to 75%, subject to a ceiling of ₹7,50,000/- (released as 40% in the 1st year, 10% in each of the 2nd and 3rd years, and 7.5% in each of the 4th and 5th years)Assistance of up to 85%, subject to a ceiling of ₹8,50,000/- (released as 50% in the 1st year, 10% in each of the 2nd and 3rd years, and 7.5% in each of the 4th and 5th years)> Note:

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An eligible applicant can receive this assistance…

An eligible applicant can receive this assistance only once in a lifetime.

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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The applicant's Aadhaar identity Card

The applicant's Aadhaar identity Card

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Documentary proof of Land Ownership

Documentary proof of Land Ownership

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A copy of the Bank Passbook

A copy of the Bank Passbook

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Caste Certificate, where it applies

Caste Certificate, where it applies

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Certificate confirming the applicant's Educational Qualification, where it…

Certificate confirming the applicant's Educational Qualification, where it applies

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Registration Certificate of the organisation (for Farmer Groups,…

Registration Certificate of the organisation (for Farmer Groups, SHGs, PACS, etc.)

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Any further document the department may ask for

Any further document the department may ask for.

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

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization through the online application process outlined below.

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Applications are submitted online through the I-Khedut Portal

Applications are submitted online through the I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/

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From the home page, open 'Schemes' and then…

From the home page, open 'Schemes' and then choose 'Agricultural Schemes'.

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Pick this scheme and press the 'Apply' button,…

Pick this scheme and press the 'Apply' button, which opens the application page.

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Press the "Apply New" button to lodge a…

Press the "Apply New" button to lodge a fresh application.

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Press the "Update Application" button whenever changes to…

Press the "Update Application" button whenever changes to the application are needed.

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After filling in the application, confirm it

After filling in the application, confirm it.

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Print a copy of the confirmed application

Print a copy of the confirmed application.

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Applicants may also track Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details…

Applicants may also track Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details using this link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx Contact Us: Click here .

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

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References