Assistance for Tools, Equipment, Shorting/Grading Equipment, PHM Equipment for Scheduled Castes (HRT-4)
This Gujarat horticulture scheme (HRT-4) provides subsidies to Scheduled Caste farmers — and SC farmer groups or cooperative societies — for purchasing tools, sorting/grading equipment, and post-harvest management (PHM) equipment including plastic crates, packing materials, and weighing equipment. Individual SC farmers can get up to 75% subsidy (max ₹3,750), while SC farmer groups can get 90% on PHM equipment (max ₹7.5 lakh). Apply online at the I-Khedut Portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in).
About This Scheme
This Gujarat horticulture scheme (HRT-4) provides subsidies to Scheduled Caste farmers — and SC farmer groups or cooperative societies — for purchasing tools, sorting/grading equipment, and post-harvest management (PHM) equipment including plastic crates, packing materials, and weighing equipment. Individual SC farmers can get up to 75% subsidy (max ₹3,750), while SC farmer groups can get 90% on PHM equipment (max ₹7.5 lakh). Apply online at the I-Khedut Portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in).
Full official description
The scheme “Assistance for Tools, Equipment, Shorting/Grading Equipment, PHM Equipment for Scheduled Castes (HRT-4)” is implemented by the Directorate of Horticulture, Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat. Under the scheme, financial assistance is provided to farmers belonging to the Scheduled Castes category as well as to farmer groups and cooperative societies for purchasing various tools, equipment, sorting/grading equipment, and Post-Harvest Management (PHM) equipment. This includes plastic crates with equipment such as weights, packing materials, sorting/grading machinery, etc.
Benefits
- Individual SC farmers: up to 75% subsidy on tools/equipment cost, maximum ₹3,750 per unit
- SC farmer groups and cooperative societies: 90% subsidy on Post-Harvest Management (PHM) equipment installation, maximum ₹7,50,000
- Covered items: plastic crates, sorting/grading machinery, packing materials, weighing equipment, tarpaulin
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a permanent resident of Gujarat
- Must belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category
- Individual farmers, farmer groups, or cooperative societies are eligible
- Tools and equipment must be purchased from authorised dealers of manufacturers empanelled by the Agriculture Department
- Tarpaulin and plastic crate purchases must comply with empanelled company norms set by the Agriculture Department
How to Apply
Application Procedure:
Step 01: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ Step 02: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Horticulture Schemes’. Step 03: Now select the scheme and then read the instructions for HRT-4. Step 04: Click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open. Step 05: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application. Step 06: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application. Step 07: Once the application is done, confirm it. Step 08: Take a printout of the confirmed application. Step 09: Take a printout of the online application and submit it to the office/office address mentioned on the application along with the necessary documents. Or after applying Khedut online on the iKhedut Portal, take a print of the signature/fingerprint and scan it, and upload it by clicking on the "Upload Signed Copy of Application Print" menu on the portal. Note 01: The facility to upload a scanned copy of the caste certificate is also enabled in the "Other Document Upload" menu wherever applicable. Note 02: There is no need for the farmer to submit the application in person at the office. Note 03: Scanned copy uploaded in PDF format should not exceed 200 KB in size.
Application Tracking:
Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to benefit from the scheme?
Permanent residents of Gujarat belonging to the Scheduled Castes category, as well as individual farmers and farmer groups/cooperative societies, are eligible to avail benefits under the scheme.
What financial assistance is available for Scheduled Castes farmers under the scheme?
Scheduled Castes farmers are eligible for assistance up to 75% of the cost of the tools/equipment or [?]3,750/-, whichever is less.
What assistance is available for farmer groups/cooperative societies under the scheme?
Farmer groups/cooperative societies are eligible for assistance of 90% of the cost of equipment or up to [?]7,50,000/-, whichever is less, for the installation of Post-Harvest Management (PHM) Equipment.
What types of equipment are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers various tools, equipment, sorting/grading equipment, and Post-Harvest Management (PHM) equipment, including plastic crates with equipment such as weights, packing materials, sorting/grading machinery, etc.
What are the eligibility criteria for beneficiaries under the scheme?
Beneficiaries must be permanent residents of Gujarat and belong to the Scheduled Castes category.
Can farmer groups and cooperative societies avail benefits under the scheme?
Yes, farmer groups and cooperative societies are eligible to avail benefits under the scheme along with individual farmers.
Are there any specific purchasing guidelines for the tools/equipment under the scheme?
The tools/equipment must be purchased from authorized dealers of empanelled manufacturers to ensure price discovery as notified by the Department of Agriculture.
How can one apply for the scheme?
Applicants can apply online through the I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Can applicants track their application status online?
Yes, applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Scheduled Castes Certificate issued by competent authority
- Disability Certificate issued by Competent Authority (only for PWDs) (if applicable)
- Copy of land details 7/12 and 8-A
- Copy of Aadhaar Card
- Copy of bank passbook/ cancelled cheque
- Copy of forest rights Letter (if applicable)
- Any other documents as required