Assistance to Farmers to Purchase Heavy Farm Equipment (Tractor)
25% tractor subsidy · all Gujarat farmers · up to ₹60,000 on 40-60 HP models
Gujarat landholding farmers can get a 25% subsidy when buying a tractor from an authorized dealer — up to ₹45,000 for tractors up to 40 HP, and up to ₹60,000 for tractors between 40–60 HP. Each land record is eligible once every 10 years. Apply online at the I-Khedut Portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in) under Agricultural Schemes.
About This Scheme
Gujarat landholding farmers can get a 25% subsidy when buying a tractor from an authorized dealer — up to ₹45,000 for tractors up to 40 HP, and up to ₹60,000 for tractors between 40–60 HP. Each land record is eligible once every 10 years. Apply online at the I-Khedut Portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in) under Agricultural Schemes.
Full official description
The scheme "Assistance to Farmers to Purchase Heavy Farm Equipment (Tractor)" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to support farmers by offering subsidies for the purchase of tractors. It ensures that modern agricultural equipment reaches farmers, enhancing productivity and efficiency.
Benefits
- 25% subsidy on tractor purchase
- Up to ₹45,000 for tractors up to 40 PTO HP
- Up to ₹60,000 for tractors between 40–60 PTO HP
- Benefit available once every 10 years per land record
💡 Why Startups Should Care
With a 10-year reclaim interval, plan this carefully — the 25% subsidy (up to ₹60,000) is worth timing with a major tractor upgrade cycle for your farming operation or agri-business fleet.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a landholding farmer in Gujarat
- Must purchase a tractor from an authorized dealer listed on the I-Khedut portal
- One subsidy per land record (as recorded in the 8-A register)
- If multiple farmers share a land record, only one can claim the benefit
- Can claim only once every 10 years per land record
Exclusions
- Not available to the same beneficiary within 10 years of a prior claim
How to Apply
- Visit ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in → Schemes → Animal Husbandry or Agricultural Schemes.
- Select the Heavy Farm Equipment (Tractor) scheme and click Apply.
- Click 'Apply New' and fill in the form.
- Confirm the application and download the printout.
- Submit documents to the taluka office.
- Check status at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to farmers for purchasing tractors, promoting farm mechanization, and increasing farm power availability.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Any farmer who holds land in the state is eligible to apply for the scheme.
How many times can a farmer avail of the benefits under this scheme?
A farmer can avail of the benefit only once every 10 years per land record.
What is the maximum subsidy amount provided under the scheme?
The subsidy amount is 25% of the cost, with a maximum limit of [?]45,000/- for tractors up to 40 PTO HP and [?]60,000/- for tractors above 40 PTO HP and up to 60 PTO HP.
Can multiple farmers from the same land record apply for the scheme?
No, if multiple farmers are listed on the same land record, only one of them can avail of the benefit.
Can a farmer with multiple land records avail of the benefit more than once?
No, even if a farmer has multiple land records, they can avail of the benefit only once under this scheme.
Where should the tractor be purchased from to be eligible for the subsidy?
The tractor must be purchased from an authorized dealer listed by the government.
How are applications processed under the scheme?
Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis within the government's allocated target limits.
Can a farmer apply for a second tractor under the scheme?
No, the scheme allows the purchase of only one tractor per land record every 10 years.
How can a farmer apply for the scheme?
A farmer can apply online through the iKhedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- 8-A land record (land ownership proof)
- Aadhaar card
- Bank passbook
- Domicile certificate
- Quotation from an authorized dealer
- Recent passport-size photograph