What you get
- Financial Assistance: 50% subsidy on the unit cost of ₹30,000/- per hectare, amounting to ₹15,000/- per hectare. (First year: ₹7,500/- and Second year: ₹7,500/-) - Affordable High-Quality Seeds: Farmers can access certified or verified quality seeds of spices through OTP verification from Bihar State Seed Corporation, Patna.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the primary goal of this scheme?
The scheme aims to encourage farmers in Bihar to cultivate identified seed spices like coriander and fenugreek due to their medicinal and nutritional properties.
What benefits does the scheme offer to farmers?
Farmers are eligible for a 50% subsidy on the unit cost of [?]30,000/- per hectare and access to high-quality certified or verified seeds.
What is the subsidy amount under the scheme?
Farmers receive [?]15,000/- per hectare as financial assistance, distributed as [?]7,500/- in the first year and [?]7,500/- in the second year.
Who can apply for the scheme?
The scheme is open to farmers who are residents of Bihar and own or lease agricultural land measuring between 0.25 acres (0.1 ha) and 10 acres (4 ha).
Is registration on any portal required for application?
Yes, applicants must be registered on the DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) portal to apply for the scheme.
Can non-landowner farmers benefit from this scheme?
Yes, non-ryot farmers can apply by submitting a contract form as proof of land usage.
Is the scheme open to all categories of farmers?
Yes, allocation is divided among General Category (78.56%), Scheduled Castes (20%), Scheduled Tribes (1.44%), and 30% of the allocation is reserved for women.
How are beneficiaries selected under the scheme?
Beneficiaries are selected on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on the availability of resources.
What is the source of the seeds provided under the scheme?
Seeds are supplied by Bihar State Seed Corporation, Patna, and can be accessed through OTP verification.
What types of spices are included in the scheme?
The scheme focuses on cultivating coriander and fenugreek as identified seed spices.
Can farmers with less than 0.25 acres of land apply?
No, the minimum land requirement for eligibility is 0.25 acres (0.1 ha).
Is there a maximum land holding limit to apply?
Yes, the maximum land holding allowed for participation in the scheme is 10 acres (4 ha).
What happens if an applicant’s name is unclear on land ownership documents?
If the applicant's name is unclear, it is mandatory to attach a genealogy document along with the land-ownership/revenue receipt.