Sarkari Yojana

Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Post-Harvest Improvement: Pepper thresher (nos)

Quick Summary: This scheme subsidizes pepper threshers that hygienically separate berries from spikes, helping growers with at least 100 yielding vines produce export-quality pepper. It cuts post-harvest losses and strengthens Indian pepper's competitiveness abroad.

About Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Post-Harvest Improvement: Pepper thresher (nos)

Run by Spices Board, India, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, the Post-Harvest Improvement – Pepper Thresher (Nos.) component encourages pepper growers to produce export-quality pepper by installing pepper threshers that hygienically and efficiently separate berries from spikes. This lifts product quality, cuts post-harvest losses, and strengthens the export potential of Indian pepper. It follows the modalities and guidelines cleared by the Competent Authority under the Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom during the 15th Finance Commission period (2021–22 to 2025–26).

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: Post-Harvest Improvement: Pepper thresher (nos), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Applicable preferably across all pepper-growing states and regions…

Applicable preferably across all pepper-growing states and regions of India/UT.

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Eligible cases are inspected and recommended by Designated…

Eligible cases are inspected and recommended by Designated Officials.

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: Post-Harvest Improvement: Pepper thresher (nos) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Open to all pepper growers with a minimum…

Open to all pepper growers with a minimum of 100 yielding vines.

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Assistance for groups/FPOs follows QGBG norms

Assistance for groups/FPOs follows QGBG norms.

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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Records proving ownership or lawful possession of the…

Records proving ownership or lawful possession of the land

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Receipt for the current tax paid, or Chitta…

Receipt for the current tax paid, or Chitta Adangal/RTC

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The applicant's Aadhaar card

The applicant's Aadhaar card

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First page of the bank passbook

First page of the bank passbook

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Invoice and proof of payment for buying the…

Invoice and proof of payment for buying the equipment/device from a valid manufacturer empaneled by Spices Board

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: Post-Harvest Improvement: Pepper thresher (nos) through the online application process outlined below.

Registration

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Go to the ServicesPlus website

Go to the ServicesPlus website.

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Click on the “Register” option on the homepage

Click on the “Register” option on the homepage.

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Complete the registration form with your Full Name,…

Complete the registration form with your Full Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, State, and the Captcha code.

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Check all entries carefully before submitting the registration…

Check all entries carefully before submitting the registration form.

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An OTP will be sent to your registered…

An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number or email; enter it and click “Verify.”

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Once registration is complete, you'll see (or receive…

Once registration is complete, you'll see (or receive by email) a confirmation message. Login

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Go to the ServicesPlus website and click “Login.”

Go to the ServicesPlus website and click “Login.”

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Enter your Email ID, Password, and Captcha

Enter your Email ID, Password, and Captcha.

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Choose the relevant service/scheme name

Choose the relevant service/scheme name.

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Complete the required fields in the application form

Complete the required 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