Sarkari Yojana

Scheme for Plantation Development (New planting & Replanting) under Medium Term Framework Plan (MTFP) in Traditional Areas (Kerala and Tamil Nadu), Non-Traditional and North Eastern Region

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Quick Summary: The Rubber Board's plantation scheme funds new planting and replanting of rubber in Kerala/Tamil Nadu, non-traditional areas, and the North East, giving growers technical guidance plus subsidies of ₹20,000-35,000 per hectare. SC category growers in traditional areas get a higher ₹35,000/ha rate, plus ₹5,000/ha for planting material.

About Scheme for Plantation Development (New planting & Replanting) under Medium Term Framework Plan (MTFP) in Traditional Areas (Kerala and Tamil Nadu), Non-Traditional and North Eastern Region

Run by the Rubber Board, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the “Scheme for Plantation Development (New planting & Replanting) under Medium Term Framework Plan (MTFP) in Traditional Areas (Kerala and Tamil Nadu), Non-Traditional and North Eastern Region” aims to boost India’s natural rubber output by accelerating scientific new planting and replanting of rubber. This is achieved by giving growers proper technical guidance alongside financial assistance.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry Of Commerce And Industry

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Scheme for Plantation Development (New planting & Replanting) under Medium Term Framework Plan (MTFP) in Traditional Areas (Kerala and Tamil Nadu), Non-Traditional and North Eastern Region, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

Traditional

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Growers owning up to 2.00 ha of rubber…

Growers owning up to 2.00 ha of rubber area are eligible for assistance under Rule VI of the scheme.

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The planting grant is capped at an area…

The planting grant is capped at an area of 1.00 ha.

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Growers undertaking new planting/replanting on at least 0.10…

Growers undertaking new planting/replanting on at least 0.10 ha qualify for assistance.

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Applicants must have absolute possession of the land…

Applicants must have absolute possession of the land for which assistance is sought.

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Land notified/certified as paddy fields is not eligible…

Land notified/certified as paddy fields is not eligible for any assistance under this scheme. Non-Traditional and North Eastern Region

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Growers owning up to 5.00 ha of rubber…

Growers owning up to 5.00 ha of rubber area are eligible for assistance under Rule VI of the scheme.

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The planting grant is capped at an area…

The planting grant is capped at an area of 2.00 ha.

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Growers undertaking new planting/replanting on at least 0.10…

Growers undertaking new planting/replanting on at least 0.10 ha qualify for assistance.

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Applicants must have absolute possession of the land…

Applicants must have absolute possession of the land for which assistance is sought.

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Land notified/certified as paddy fields is not eligible…

Land notified/certified as paddy fields is not eligible for any assistance under this scheme. Other Terms & Conditions

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The prescribed minimum stand of rubber plants (450/ha)…

The prescribed minimum stand of rubber plants (450/ha) must be maintained, with satisfactory growth as assessed by the inspecting officer.

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Existing non-rubber trees may be retained, up to…

Existing non-rubber trees may be retained, up to 20 trees, or 40 coconut palms, or 80 arecanut palms per hectare, well distributed.

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Sloping land must be protected from soil erosion…

Sloping land must be protected from soil erosion via contour terracing, contour bunds, silt trenches/pits, or cover crop planting.

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Boundary protection measures must be adopted

Boundary protection measures must be adopted.

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The Executive Director of the Rubber Board holds…

The Executive Director of the Rubber Board holds absolute discretion to refuse assistance without giving reasons.

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

Benefits Provided

Scheme for Plantation Development (New planting & Replanting) under Medium Term Framework Plan (MTFP) in Traditional Areas (Kerala and Tamil Nadu), Non-Traditional and North Eastern Region provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

Rate of Subsidy Traditional Region

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General Category:

₹20,000/- per ha, plus ₹5,000/- per ha for advanced-growth planting material (Polybag/Root trainer plants), at ₹10/- per plant, capped at 500 plants per ha.1. SC Category: ₹35,000/- per ha, plus ₹5,000/- per ha for advanced-growth planting material, at ₹10/- per plant, capped at 500 plants per ha. Non-Traditional and North Eastern Region

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₹35,000/- per ha, plus ₹5,000/- per ha for…

₹35,000/- per ha, plus ₹5,000/- per ha for advanced-growth planting material.

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Assistance is at ₹10/- per plant, capped at…

Assistance is at ₹10/- per plant, capped at 500 plants per ha. Mode of Payment

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The planting subsidy is paid in a single…

The planting subsidy is paid in a single installment, once the stipulated work is completed to the Board's satisfaction.

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Subsidy is paid only via e-transfer to a…

Subsidy is paid only via e-transfer to a bank account; beneficiaries must provide Aadhaar-linked bank account details when applying.

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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Identity proof (preferably Voter ID, PAN, Driving Licence,…

Identity proof (preferably Voter ID, PAN, Driving Licence, or Passport)

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Photocopy of a bank passbook showing the account…

Photocopy of a bank passbook showing the account holder's name, account number, and IFSC code

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Valid Village Officer certificate proving ownership of the…

Valid Village Officer certificate proving ownership of the applicant's total rubber area

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Sketch of the applied area, showing boundary descriptions…

Sketch of the applied area, showing boundary descriptions on all sides along with neighbouring owners' names

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Bill for planting material purchased (not mandatory for…

Bill for planting material purchased (not mandatory for 2018-2021 plantations, where a self-declaration with purchase details suffices instead)

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Nomination document, where applicable (joint ownership or minor…

Nomination document, where applicable (joint ownership or minor owner)

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Caste certificate (for SC applicants)

Caste certificate (for SC applicants)

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PAH Declaration Form (for PAH applicants)

PAH Declaration Form (for PAH applicants)

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

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Scheme for Plantation Development (New planting & Replanting) under Medium Term Framework Plan (MTFP) in Traditional Areas (Kerala and Tamil Nadu), Non-Traditional and North Eastern Region through the online application process outlined below.

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Register on the ServicePlus Portal, verifying your Email…

Register on the ServicePlus Portal, verifying your Email ID and Mobile Number via OTP.

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Log in to the ServicePlus Portal using the…

Log in to the ServicePlus Portal using the Username and Password sent to your registered Email ID.

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In the left pane, click "Apply for Service",…

In the left pane, click "Apply for Service", then "View All Available Services".

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Select "RUBBER PLANTATION DEVELOPMENT SCHEME" from the list

Select "RUBBER PLANTATION DEVELOPMENT SCHEME" from the list.

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On the application form that opens, fill in…

On the application form that opens, fill in all mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk).

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Click "Submit" and note your Application ID/Reference ID…

Click "Submit" and note your Application ID/Reference ID to track your application's status.

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