AGR 4 (Farm Mechanization) Scheme For SC Farmers
Farm equipment subsidy · SC farmers · up to ₹45,000 on tractors & tillers
This Gujarat state scheme helps Scheduled Caste (SC) farmers purchase modern agricultural equipment — such as power tillers, rice transplanters, and tractors — by providing financial assistance toward the cost. The scheme is 100% state-funded and applies in all areas except the 208 talukas already covered by the central SMAM scheme. Apply online at the I-Khedut Portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in) during the prescribed application window.
About This Scheme
This Gujarat state scheme helps Scheduled Caste (SC) farmers purchase modern agricultural equipment — such as power tillers, rice transplanters, and tractors — by providing financial assistance toward the cost. The scheme is 100% state-funded and applies in all areas except the 208 talukas already covered by the central SMAM scheme. Apply online at the I-Khedut Portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in) during the prescribed application window.
Full official description
The scheme “AGR 4 (Farm Mechanization) Scheme for SC Farmers” was started by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat. Under the scheme, financial assistance is given to the farmers of the Scheduled Caste category for the purchase of agricultural equipment to increase production of agricultural crops. The state government has launched the scheme to make agricultural industries successful through the use of agricultural mechanization. The farmer can get good quality and more farm produce at low cost by maximizing and utilizing natural, unimplemented sources such as land, water, and atmosphere due to agricultural mechanization. Thus, in order to increase agricultural mechanization, the scheme is started the state except in 208 talukas of the state where the Centrally Sponsored "Submissions on Agricultural Mechanization" scheme has already been implemented. This scheme is 100% sponsored by the state government.
Benefits
- Financial assistance for power tillers, rice transplanters, self-propelled machinery, tractor-operated implements, and electric motor-operated equipment
- Subsidy directly reduces the upfront cost of farm mechanization tools
- Exact subsidy percentage determined per equipment type per department norms
💡 Why Startups Should Care
If you're an SC farmer in Gujarat looking to mechanize your fields, this scheme covers up to 50% of the cost (max ₹45,000) on power tillers and tractors — get the pre-approval from iKhedut first, then buy from an empanelled vendor and claim the subsidy.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a permanent resident of Gujarat
- Must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category
- Must farm in an area outside the 208 talukas where the central SMAM scheme is operational
- Must purchase equipment from an authorized dealer of a manufacturer empaneled by the Agriculture Department
How to Apply
- Visit ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in and go to Farming Schemes → click 'Click here for details'.
- Select the AGR-4 Farm Mechanization scheme component (Apply button appears when open).
- Choose Yes/No for 'Are you a registered applicant?' and click 'Click to proceed'.
- Click 'Click to Apply Newly' to submit a fresh application.
- Confirm your application — unconfirmed applications are not considered.
- Download and keep the printout of the confirmed application.
- Contact your District Agriculture Officer (listed at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/Public/frm_Public_Contacts.aspx) for next steps.
Note: Purchase the equipment from an empanelled authorized dealer after receiving pre-approval. Submit bills and supporting documents within the stipulated time frame.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to the farmers of the Scheduled Caste category to get higher production of agricultural crops with the help of agricultural mechanization.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat
Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
Any farmer of the state belonging to the Scheduled Caste category (in 208 talukas where the SMAM scheme is not implemented) is eligible under this scheme.
Can a farmer of general category be eligible to apply under this scheme?
No, the scheme is only for the Scheduled Caste farmers.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, the beneficiary will get financial assistance for the purchase of agricultural equipment/components such as Power Tillers, Rice Transplanter, Self-Propelled Machinery, Tractor/ Power Tiller operated Implements /tools, Electric Motor operated, etc.
What is the full form of the SMAM scheme?
Submissions on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) scheme
Is this a state-sponsored scheme?
Yes, this is a 100% state-sponsored scheme.
Is it mandatory to purchase the equipment from the authorized manufacturer?
Yes, the beneficiary farmer must purchase all the tools/equipment from the authorized manufacturer of the included manufacturer in the panels prepared for the purpose of periodic disclosed prize discovery by the Agriculture office/department.
How can a beneficiary apply under the scheme?
To avail the benefits of this scheme, the applicant has to apply on the I-Khedut Portal and has to follow the prescribed procedure. https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/iKhedutPublicScheme/Public/frm_Public_SchemeDetails.aspx
What should I do if wrong/incomplete documents have been uploaded on Portal?
If wrong/incomplete documents are uploaded online by the beneficiary, such application will not be inwarded online. In such circumstances, the beneficiary has to submit the remaining/correct documents to the concerned office within seven days of application.
Where can I find details of District Agriculture Officer?
The details of the District Agriculture Officer of the concerned district are available on I-khedut Portal. https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/Public/frm_Public_Contacts.aspx
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar card
- Land ownership/lease documents (if applicable)
- SC caste certificate from competent authority
- Disability certificate (only if disabled)
- Ration card (if applicable)
- Bank account details
- Beneficiary undertaking/consent form