Coffee Development Programme in North Eastern Region: Consolidation of Coffee
50% subsidy for coffee holding consolidation · ₹30,000/hectare · NE Region tribal growers
Tribal coffee growers in Northeast India can receive a 50% subsidy to consolidate or rejuvenate their existing coffee plantations — covering gap filling, improved farming techniques, shade management, and pest control. The subsidy is ₹30,000 per hectare, paid directly to your bank account in two installments. Apply at your nearest Coffee Board Extension Office after completing the planting work.
About This Scheme
Tribal coffee growers in Northeast India can receive a 50% subsidy to consolidate or rejuvenate their existing coffee plantations — covering gap filling, improved farming techniques, shade management, and pest control. The subsidy is ₹30,000 per hectare, paid directly to your bank account in two installments. Apply at your nearest Coffee Board Extension Office after completing the planting work.
Full official description
The scheme "Coffee Development Programme in North Eastern Region: Consolidation of Coffee" is a Sub-Component of the Scheme "Integrated Coffee Development Project During the Medium Term Framework (MTF) Period: Development Support to Stakeholders" by the Coffee Board, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This scheme aims to increase the productivity of the existing coffee holdings by gap filling or rejuvenation, followed by improved cultivation methods such as application of compost, bush management, shade management, pest and disease control, etc.
Benefits
- ₹30,000 per hectare subsidy (50% of the ₹60,000 unit cost)
- Paid in two installments: 60% of unit cost first, then remaining 40%
- Payment directly to grower's bank account via EFT/RTGS/NEFT
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Agri-tech startups working with small coffee growers in the North East can use this scheme as a compelling onboarding hook — farmers who receive this subsidy are investable in productivity improvements, making them better candidates for your precision agriculture tools.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a tribal coffee grower in the North Eastern Region
- The specific land area must NOT have received a Consolidation subsidy during the 12th Five Year Plan period
- Land records must be registered in the applicant's name
- Seed material for gap filling must be purchased exclusively from the Coffee Board
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application form from coffeeboard.gov.in/Schemes/ICDP_388.pdf.
- Fill in all mandatory fields, attach required documents (self-attested), and submit to the concerned Extension Office of the Coffee Board after planting is completed.
- The Coffee Board's SLO/JLO Office inspects the field and forwards with recommendations for the 1st installment (60% of unit cost).
- For the 2nd installment (40%): submit the form again in the 2nd year after gap-filling, following the same process.
- Approved subsidy is transferred directly to your bank account via EFT/RTGS/NEFT.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time frame for submitting the application to claim the 2nd installment of subsidy?
The application for the 2nd installment should be submitted during the 2nd year of vacancy filling.
How is the subsidy calculated for different coffee growers based on their land area?
The subsidy is calculated as 50% of the unit cost ([?]30,000 per hectare) for each eligible grower.
What are the acceptable forms of photo identity for the subsidy application?
Acceptable forms include a copy of the Driving License, Ration Card, Election Photo Identity Card (EPIC), Aadhaar Card, Passport, or PAN Card.
Can you clarify the procedure for releasing the 1st and 2nd installments of subsidy to the grower's bank account?
The Joint Director (Extn.) / Deputy Director (Extn.) releases these installments through EFT/RTGS/NEFT after confirming claim admissibility.
How does the SLO/JLO Office contribute to the subsidy claim process?
SLO/JLO Offices conduct field inspections, provide inspection reports, and offer recommendations for subsidy claims.
What is the role of the Extension Office of the Coffee Board in the subsidy claim process?
The Extension Office handles document submission, scrutiny, and recommendation for subsidy claims.
Can you explain the role of the Village Authority, State Government Authority, or Competent Authority in verifying land records?
These authorities are responsible for certifying the possession of land records by the beneficiary.
What are the consequences for applicants providing incorrect information for subsidy benefits?
Applicants providing incorrect information may face legal action for recovery with applicable interest.
How does the Coffee Board handle applicants resorting to unethical practices?
Applicants resorting to unethical practices like offering rewards or coercing officials may face summary rejection or legal action for subsidy recovery.
What happens if funds are not available in a particular year for eligible subsidy release?
The release of eligible subsidy is subject to fund availability during that specific year.
What documents are required to claim the 2nd installment of subsidy?
The same documents as for the 1st installment are needed, including an application, proof of identity, land ownership, and bank account details.
How is the subsidy released to the coffee growers?
The subsidy is released in two installments, with the 1st installment being 60% of the unit cost and the 2nd installment being 40% of the unit cost.
What specific conditions disqualify land areas for subsidy during the MTF period?
Land that has already received consolidation subsidy during the XII Plan period is ineligible for subsidy in the MTF period.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Application and self-declaration in prescribed format (in duplicate)
- Photo identity proof (Aadhaar, driving licence, voter ID, ration card, or passport)
- Proof of land ownership
- Bank account details (account number, bank name, branch, IFSC code)