Sarkari Yojana

Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Scheduled Castes Sub Plan (SC Category)

Gujarat
Quick Summary: Under Gujarat's Scheduled Castes Sub Plan, SC dairy farmers with five or more animals can get up to 75% of the price of a power-driven chaff cutter, subject to a ₹18,000/- ceiling.

About Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Scheduled Castes Sub Plan (SC Category)

Implemented by the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, the “Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Scheduled Castes Sub Plan (SC Category)” supports Scheduled Caste dairy farmers in buying electric chaff cutters. Chopping fodder with a powered machine reduces the loss of green and dry fodder, which matters a great deal for running a profitable dairy.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Implementing Agency

Department Of Animal Husbandry, District Panchayats, Gujarat

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Scheduled Castes Sub Plan (SC Category), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Beneficiaries need to be permanent residents of Gujarat

Beneficiaries need to be permanent residents of Gujarat.

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Beneficiaries need to be from the Scheduled Caste…

Beneficiaries need to be from the Scheduled Caste category.

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Beneficiaries need to own no fewer than five…

Beneficiaries need to own no fewer than five (5) animals themselves.

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

Benefits Provided

Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Scheduled Castes Sub Plan (SC Category) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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1. Scheduled Caste beneficiaries are given up to 75% of the purchase price of a powered chaff cutter or ₹18,000/-, whichever is lower.

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The subsidy is paid into the beneficiary's bank account.

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 Card, serving as identity proof

The applicant's Aadhaar Card, serving as identity proof

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Certificate confirming Scheduled Caste status

Certificate confirming Scheduled Caste status

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Evidence of the place of residence

Evidence of the place of residence

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Proof that the applicant owns the required animals

Proof that the applicant owns the required animals

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Bank account information of the beneficiary

Bank account information of the beneficiary

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Any additional papers that may be called for

Any additional papers that may be called for

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

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Scheduled Castes Sub Plan (SC Category) through the online application process outlined below.

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Head to the I-Khedut Portal to apply online

Head to the I-Khedut Portal to apply online: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/

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On the landing page, click 'Schemes' followed by…

On the landing page, click 'Schemes' followed by 'Animal Husbandry Schemes'.

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Select the SC chaff cutter scheme and click…

Select the SC chaff cutter scheme and click 'Apply' so the application page opens.

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Click "Apply New" to lodge a new application

Click "Apply New" to lodge a new application.

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Click "Update Application" whenever the application needs editing

Click "Update Application" whenever the application needs editing.

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Confirm the application after completion

Confirm the application after completion.

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Print out the confirmed application

Print out the confirmed application.

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Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details are available at

Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details are available at: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx Note: After the application is approved on the I-Khedut Portal, the beneficiary has to purchase the Chaff Cutter from a vendor empanelled by the government and furnish the bill when claiming the subsidy.

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