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Organisation : Meghalaya Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare
Scheme Name : Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme
Applicable State/UT : Meghalaya
Website : https://megagriculture.gov.in/PUBLIC/schemes_ShowSchemesA.aspx?schid=58

What is Meghalaya Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) 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. The bonafide farmers of Meghalaya who are engaged in agriculture can apply under the scheme. The bonafide farmers can apply in plain paper through the nearest Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture Circle.

Related / Similar Scheme : Meghalaya Maize Development Through Cluster Approach Scheme

Benefits of Meghalaya Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme

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 of Meghalaya Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme

** The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.
** The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.

How To Apply For Meghalaya Agriculture Engineering Scheme?

To apply for Meghalaya Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme, Follow the below steps

Steps:
Step-1: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.
Step-2: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step-3: 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.

Documents Required For Meghalaya Agriculture Engineering Scheme

** Passport-size photograph
** Identity Proof
** Bank account details
** Documents proof of being a farmer
** Any other document as required

FAQ On For Meghalaya Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On For Meghalaya Agriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme

What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to provide agricultural machinery such as power tillers/ bulldozers/ tractors etc. on hiring at subsidised rate.

Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
The bonafide farmers of Meghalaya who are engaged in agriculture can apply under the scheme.

What is the pattern of assistance?
Providing a 50% subsidy for the purchase of improved farm machinery and equipment (Proposed for Power Tiller and Diesel Water Pumpset).

What is the type of assistance/service?
Subsidy for hiring of farm machinery and equipment.

How to apply for the scheme?
The bonafide farmers can apply in plain paper through the nearest Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture Circle.

What is the beneficiaries’selection procedure?
Selection of farmers on first come first basis.