Scheme for Plantation Development (New planting & Replanting) under Medium Term Framework Plan (MTFP) in Traditional Areas (Kerala and Tamil Nadu), Non-Traditional and North Eastern Region
The Rubber Board provides planting subsidies to rubber growers in traditional areas (Kerala, Tamil Nadu), non-traditional regions, and the North-East to accelerate new rubber planting and replanting using scientific methods. General category growers in traditional areas get up to ₹25,000/ha; SC and non-traditional/NER growers receive up to ₹40,000/ha. Apply online through the ServicePlus portal at serviceonline.gov.in.
About This Scheme
The Rubber Board provides planting subsidies to rubber growers in traditional areas (Kerala, Tamil Nadu), non-traditional regions, and the North-East to accelerate new rubber planting and replanting using scientific methods. General category growers in traditional areas get up to ₹25,000/ha; SC and non-traditional/NER growers receive up to ₹40,000/ha. Apply online through the ServicePlus portal at serviceonline.gov.in.
Full official description
"Scheme for Plantation Development (New planting & Replanting) under Medium Term Framework Plan (MTFP) in Traditional Areas (Kerala and Tamil Nadu), Non-Traditional and North Eastern Region" by the Rubber Board, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Scheme is intended to increase the production of natural rubber in India by accelerating new planting and replanting of rubber on scientific lines. Accelerated new planting/replanting would be achieved by giving proper technical guidance and financial assistance to growers.
Benefits
- Traditional region (General category): ₹20,000/ha + ₹5,000/ha for advanced planting material; plus ₹10 per plant (up to 500 plants/ha)
- Traditional region (SC category): ₹35,000/ha + ₹5,000/ha for advanced planting material; plus ₹10 per plant (up to 500 plants/ha)
- Non-traditional and NER regions: ₹35,000/ha + ₹5,000/ha for advanced planting material; plus ₹10 per plant (up to 500 plants/ha)
- Payment via direct bank transfer (e-transfer) in a single installment
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a rubber grower with absolute ownership/possession of the land
- Must plant a minimum area of 0.10 ha of rubber
- In traditional areas (Kerala/Tamil Nadu): rubber area must not exceed 2 ha; subsidy limited to 1 ha
- In non-traditional areas and NER: rubber area must not exceed 5 ha; subsidy limited to 2 ha
- Must maintain at least 450 rubber plants per hectare
- Land certified as paddy fields is not eligible
How to Apply
Step 1: Register on the ServicePlus Portal. Verify your Email ID and Mobile Number via OTP. Step 2: Login to the ServicePlus Portal using the Username and Password received over your registered Email ID. Step 3: In the Left Pane, click "Apply for Service" and then click on "View All Available Services". Step 4: From the list, click on "RUBBER PLANTATION DEVELOPMENT SCHEME". Step 5: You will be directed to the application form. Fill in all the mandatory fields (highlighted in a red asterisk). Step 6: Click "Submit". Note down the Application ID/ Reference ID to track the status of your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it mandatory to provide the bill of planting material for certain years?
For plantations in 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021, the bill of planting material is not mandatory. Instead, a self-declaration containing purchase details is to be uploaded.
When is a nomination required in the application?
A nomination is required in case of joint ownership or minor ownership. It is included in Annexure-1 of the application.
Re there any specific requirements for SC applicants in terms of documents?
SC applicants are required to provide a caste certificate as part of the application.
Is there a requirement to provide a sketch of the applied area?
Yes, a sketch of the applied area is required, showing descriptions of boundaries on all sides with the names of the owners.
How is ownership of the rubber area proven in the application?
Ownership is established by providing a valid certificate from the Village Officer.
What information should be present in the bank passbook copy?
The bank passbook copy should show the name of the account holder, the account number, and the IFS Code of the bank.
What kind of identity proof is preferred for the application?
Preferred identity proof documents include Voter ID, PAN card, Driving Licence, or Passport.
How are sloppy lands protected from soil erosion in the plantation?
Sloppy lands are protected from soil erosion through measures such as contour terracing, construction of contour bunds, digging silt trenches or pits, and planting of cover crops.
Can non-rubber trees be retained in the plantation, and if so, what is the limit?
Yes, non-rubber trees can be retained, with a maximum of 20 trees, 40 coconut palms, or 80 areca nut palms per hectare, distributed evenly.
What conditions are set for maintaining rubber plantations in terms of plant density?
Rubber plantations should maintain a minimum stand of 450 plants per hectare. The growth must also be satisfactory, as assessed by the inspecting officer.
How is the planting subsidy disbursed in Non-Traditional and North Eastern Regions?
In these regions, the planting subsidy is also paid in a single installment upon satisfactory completion of stipulated work items. The payment method is exclusively through bank e-transfer, with the requirement of Aadhar-linked bank account details in the application.
What is the subsidy structure for Non-Traditional and North Eastern Regions?
In these regions, the subsidy is [?]35,000 per hectare with an additional [?]5,000 per hectare for planting material. Similar to the Traditional Region, the planting material subsidy is [?]10 per plant, limited to 500 plants per hectare.
How is the planting subsidy disbursed in the Traditional Region?
The planting subsidy is paid in a single installment, provided that the stipulated work items are satisfactorily completed. The payment is exclusively through bank e-transfer, requiring Aadhar-linked bank account details in the application.
What are the key benefits provided under the Scheme for Plantation Development in Kerala and Tamil Nadu?
In the Traditional Region, general category growers receive [?]20,000 per hectare along with [?]5,000 per hectare for planting material. For SC category growers, the subsidy is [?]35,000 per hectare, also with [?]5,000 per hectare for planting material. The subsidy for planting material is capped at [?]10 per plant for up to 500 plants per hectare.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Identity Proof (Preferred Documents - Voter ID, PAN, Driving Licence, Passport)
- Photocopy of bank passbook showing name of the Account holder, account number and IFS Code of Bank
- Valid Certificate from Village Officer to prove ownership of the total rubber area owned by the applicant
- Sketch of the applied area showing descriptions of boundary on all sides with names of the owners
- Bill of Planting Material purchased (In the case of 2018, 2019, 2020 & 2021 plantations, the bill is not mandatory. Instead, a self-declaration containing purchase details is to be uploaded)
- Nomination, if applicable (in case of joint ownership/ minor owner)
- Caste Certificate (in the case of SC Applicants)
- PAH Declaration Form (in the case of PAH)