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“Subsidy for Orthodox & Speciality Tea Unit for Plant & Machinery” under the “Assam Tea Industries Special Incentives Scheme”

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Program brief

BenefitThe scheme offers a subsidy of 25% on the cost of plant and machinery, up to...
Form of supportCash, paid into the bank account
LevelState, Assam
FieldAgriculture,Rural & Environment
How to applyOnline
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Contents of this entry
  1. Overview
  2. Benefits
  3. Eligibility
  4. Documents
  5. Application steps
  6. Tracking the application
  7. Common application errors
  8. Questions and answers

Overview

The scheme offers a subsidy of 25% on the cost of plant and machinery, up to a maximum of Rs. 30,00,000. Eligible applicants are tea manufacturers in Assam, with no specified deadline for applications. Apply online through the dedicated portal.

This scheme supports the tea industry in Assam by promoting the production of Orthodox tea. It is managed by the Finance Department and the Industries & Commerce Department of the Assam government. The scheme provides financial assistance to manufacturers to enhance their production capabilities.

By incentivizing the shift from Crush, Tear, Curl tea to Orthodox tea, the scheme aims to ensure long-term sustainability for tea producers. It is essential for boosting the local economy and improving the quality of tea produced in Assam.

Further facts from the listing

Scheme forIndividual
DBT (direct bank transfer)No
Claim periodWithin 12 months of starting production
Disbursement modeDirect Benefit Transfer as reimbursement

Benefits

Award value:

  • 25% of the cost of plant & machinery
  • Maximum amount: Rs. 30,00,000 or 25% of actual cost, whichever is less

The scheme is valid for units starting production on or after 01-04-2020 and before 31-03-2028. The benefit is provided as reimbursement after the investment is made.

Eligibility

Age
18 to 60 years
State
Assam

Eligibility:

  • Academic: Must be a tea manufacturing unit
  • Age: 18 to 60 years
  • Income: No income limit specified
  • Category: Must be located entirely in Assam, producing Orthodox or Specialty tea

Who cannot apply

  • Units manufacturing only Crush, Tear, Curl tea
  • Any part of the plantation or manufacturing facility located outside Assam

Two cases, worked through

Qualifies

A new tea manufacturing unit in Assam that produces Orthodox tea and started production on 01-05-2020 is eligible for the scheme.

Does not qualify

A tea plantation located partially outside Assam is not eligible as the entire facility must be within the state.

Each case is built only from the conditions in the official listing. Your own case may differ; the call decides.

Documents

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Application steps

Application steps:

  1. Visit the dedicated portal and register as a new user.
  2. Fill in the registration form with basic details and verify your mobile number.
  3. Log in and upload all supporting documents, then fill in the unit details.
  4. Apply for benefits by filling in the application form and uploading required documents.
  5. Submit the application and note down the application reference number.

Tracking the application

Log in to the portal to check the application status and track progress through different verification stages.

Common application errors

Common application errors:

  • Not submitting all required documents in the specified format.
  • Missing the application reference number after submission.
  • Not verifying the mobile number during registration.

Questions and answers

What is the maximum subsidy I can receive?

The maximum subsidy is Rs. 30,00,000 or 25% of the actual cost, whichever is less.

When must my tea manufacturing unit start production to be eligible?

Your unit must start production on or after 01-04-2020 and before 31-03-2028.

Can I apply if I manufacture only Crush, Tear, Curl tea?

No, the scheme is not available for units manufacturing only Crush, Tear, Curl tea.

Is there an age limit for applicants?

Yes, applicants must be between 18 and 60 years old.

How do I check my application status?

Log in to the portal to track your application status.

Do I need to keep the machinery for a certain period?

Yes, you cannot sell the machinery within 5 years of starting manufacturing.

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