Sarkari Yojana

Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Export Oriented Production:Large Cardamom Replanting/New planting (Ha)

Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Sikkim, Tripura
Quick Summary: This scheme funds phased replanting and new planting of large cardamom for small, marginal, and SC/ST growers across Sikkim, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and other NE states, capped at 8 Ha per grower. Subsidy runs from 33.33% for general category growers to 75% for SC/ST growers, paid in two installments.

About Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Export Oriented Production:Large Cardamom Replanting/New planting (Ha)

A sub-scheme under the Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom, run by the Spice Board, Department of Commerce and Industry, Ministry of Commerce, this component supports large cardamom replanting and new planting.

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: Export Oriented Production:Large Cardamom Replanting/New planting (Ha), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant must be a small or marginal…

The applicant must be a small or marginal grower with up to 8 hectares of land.

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The applicant must belong to the SC/ST category

The applicant must belong to the SC/ST category.

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The applicant must carry out replanting/new planting over…

The applicant must carry out replanting/new planting over a minimum contiguous area of 0.10 Ha.

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Total eligibility caps out at 8.00 Ha, and…

Total eligibility caps out at 8.00 Ha, and the subsidy can be availed for a maximum of 4.00 Ha per financial year, in a phased manner.

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The applicant must be cultivating in eligible regions…

The applicant must be cultivating in eligible regions such as Sikkim, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and other North Eastern states.

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The applicant must maintain a minimum plant population…

The applicant must maintain a minimum plant population of 4000 plants per hectare, spaced 5 × 5 feet apart.

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The applicant must allow inspection by designated officials,…

The applicant must allow inspection by designated officials, with assistance granted only after their approval.

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A second round of assistance for the same…

A second round of assistance for the same area can only be availed after 8 years, barring exceptions like natural calamities.

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: Export Oriented Production:Large Cardamom Replanting/New planting (Ha) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Assistance covers 33.33% of large cardamom cultivation cost,…

Assistance covers 33.33% of large cardamom cultivation cost, capped at ₹33,600/- per Ha, for the General Category, and 75% capped at ₹75,000/- per Ha for SC/ST, paid across two annual installments of ₹16,800/- and ₹37,500/- respectively.

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Small and marginal growers with up to 8.00…

Small and marginal growers with up to 8.00 Ha qualify. The minimum contiguous area for replanting/new planting under the scheme is 0.10 Ha, with a maximum eligibility of 8.00 Ha per grower — though only up to 4.00 Ha can be claimed in a single financial year, since replanting must proceed in phases.

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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Parcha copy or a possession certificate for the…

Parcha copy or a possession certificate for the land

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A survey plan, or a map attested by…

A survey plan, or a map attested by the applicant

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The grower's Aadhaar card

The grower's Aadhaar card

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SC/ST certificate, as a copy (only if applicable)

SC/ST certificate, as a copy (only if applicable)

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A photocopy of the bank account passbook

A photocopy of the bank account passbook

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A No Objection document

A No Objection document

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: Export Oriented Production:Large Cardamom Replanting/New planting (Ha) 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.”

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.

Official Sources & References