Program brief
| Benefit | The scheme offers Rs. 10 per kilogram for Orthodox tea production. |
|---|---|
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
| Level | State, Assam |
| Field | Agriculture,Rural & Environment |
| How to apply | Online |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The scheme offers Rs. 10 per kilogram for Orthodox tea production. Applicants must be aged between 18 and 60. The official listing gives no last date, so check the official portal for the current status before applying.
The Orthodox or Specialty Tea Production Subsidy is part of the Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme. It aims to promote sustainable practices in the tea industry by encouraging the production of Orthodox tea.
This scheme is managed by the Finance Department and the Industries & Commerce Department of Assam. It provides financial support to tea manufacturers to transition from traditional tea production methods.
By incentivizing the production of Orthodox tea, the scheme helps improve the quality and marketability of Assam’s tea. This is crucial for the economic stability of tea producers in the region.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Claim deadline | Latest by 30th June after each financial year. |
| Special rate | Rs. 12 per kilogram for FY 2023-24. |
| Implementing agencies | Finance Department and Industries & Commerce Department, Assam. |
Benefits
Award value:
- Rs. 10 per kilogram for Orthodox tea, Green tea, White tea, Oolong tea, Singhpo tea, Purple tea, Yellow tea, or other Specialty tea.
- Rs. 12 per kilogram for applications of Financial Year 2023-24 only (tea production year 2022-23).
The scheme is valid from Financial Year 2023-24 to 2027-28. The subsidy amount is paid directly to the beneficiary's bank account.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 60 years
- State
- Assam
Eligibility:
- Academic: Must be a tea manufacturing unit.
- Age: 18 to 60 years.
- Category: Must be located entirely in Assam.
- Must not have any part of the plantation or manufacturing facility located outside Assam.
- Must manufacture Orthodox tea or other Specialty tea, not produced through Crush, Tear, Curl process.
- Production must have started on or after 1st April, 2020.
Two cases, worked through
Qualifies
Does not qualify
Each case is built only from the conditions in the official listing. Your own case may differ; the call decides.
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Application steps
Application steps:
- Visit the dedicated portal for the Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme. Click on 'New User Registration'.
- Fill in the registration form with your details, create a username and password, and verify your mobile number.
- Check your email for the account activation link. Log in to the portal.
- Upload all supporting documents and fill in unit details. Submit the unit registration form and wait for approval.
- Log in to the portal, navigate to 'Apply for Benefits', and fill in the application form. Upload all required documents and submit your application.
Tracking the application
Log in to the portal to check your application status. You will receive SMS alerts regarding registration and fund release.
Common application errors
Common application errors:
- Missing documents in the prescribed format.
- Incorrect details in the application form.
- Failure to verify mobile number during registration.
- Not following file size restrictions for document uploads.
Questions and answers
What is the main goal of this tea industry scheme?
The scheme aims to promote financial sustainability in the tea industry and encourage the shift to Orthodox tea production.
How much subsidy can I receive per kilogram of Orthodox tea?
You will receive Rs. 10 per kilogram, and Rs. 12 per kilogram for applications submitted during Financial Year 2023-24.
What is the validity period of the scheme?
The scheme is valid from Financial Year 2023-24 to 2027-28.
How will the subsidy be paid?
The subsidy will be paid directly to your registered bank account.
Can I apply for other subsidies along with this scheme?
Yes, this benefit can be claimed in addition to other subsidies from the Tea Board of India or other agencies.
What types of tea production are eligible under this scheme?
You must manufacture Orthodox tea or other Specialty tea, not produced through Crush, Tear, Curl process.
What is the first step to register for this scheme online?
Visit the dedicated portal and click on 'New User Registration'.
Where can I check the status of my application?
Log in to the portal to track your application status.
Official portal and guidelines
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Documents from the provider
- Guidelines atisis.assam.gov.in, PDF
- Amendment atisis.assam.gov.in, PDF
jsrr.in is an independent index, not a funding agency or a government body. The provider's official call is final: confirm every condition, amount and date there, and do not pay anyone who offers to apply for you.
This entry was drafted with AI tools from the official listing. Each amount and date in it was checked automatically against that listing; read the official call before you apply.
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