Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme
The objective of the scheme is to provide agricultural machinery such as power tillers/ bulldozers/ tractors etc. on hiring at subsidised rate.
About the Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme Scheme
The “Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme” is a State Plan Scheme, which is implemented by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. The objective of the scheme is to provide agricultural machinery such as power tillers/bulldozers/tractors etc. on hiring at subsidised rate.
Benefits
> Pattern of Assistance:
- Providing a 60% subsidy for the purchase of improved farm machinery and equipment (Proposed for Power Tiller and Diesel Water Pumpset).
> Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):
- Subsidy for hiring of farm machinery and equipment.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
How to Apply for Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme
Application mode: Offline
> Application Process:
Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.
Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the relevant documents at the nearest office of the Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture Circle.
> Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):
The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.
> Whom to Contact:
- District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts.
- Sub-divisional Officers of the concerned sub-divisions.
- Agriculture Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Blocks.
- Assistant Agriculture Engineer (Mechanical) of the concerned districts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme scheme?
The “Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme” is a State Plan Scheme, which is implemented by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. The objective of the scheme is to provide agricultural machinery such as power tillers/bulldozers/…
Who is eligible for Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme?
The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
What benefits does Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme provide?
Pattern of Assistance: Providing a 60% subsidy for the purchase of improved farm machinery and equipment (Proposed for Power Tiller and Diesel Water Pumpset). Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any): Subsidy for hiring of farm machinery and equipment.
How can I apply for Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme?
Application Process: Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper. Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required). Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the relevant docu…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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