Objectives

• Improve on-farm coffee processing and post-harvest handling to raise quality.

• Support establishment of cement drying yards and other small infrastructure to reduce losses and improve uniform drying.

• Encourage eco-certification (organic/sustainable practices) so growers can access premium markets.

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Eligibility Criteria

• Who can apply: Tribal coffee growers (priority given to tribal beneficiaries).

• Area/holding requirement: Scheme mentions subsidy slabs based on holding size (up to 2 hectares; 2 hectares & above).

• Not eligible if: Applicant has already availed benefits for the same activity during the XII Plan.

• Other conditions: Land records should be in the name of the beneficiary; possession/land certificates must be certified by Village Authority/State Government Authority/Competent Authority.

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Benefits of the Scheme

• Unit costs & subsidy rate:

  • For holdings up to 2 hectares: Unit cost ₹15,000; 75% subsidy (so subsidy ≈ ₹11,250).

  • For holdings 2 hectares and above: Unit cost ₹45,000; 75% subsidy (so subsidy ≈ ₹33,750).

• Type of support: One-time capital subsidy for cement drying yard construction (dimension specified) and assistance for eco-certification.

• Frequency: One-time subsidy per eligible unit/holding as per the scheme norms.

• Special benefits: Scheme is targeted to tribal growers (priority). No separate monetary top-up for SC/ST beyond this targeting is specified on the scheme page — check official guidelines for any state-specific add-ons.

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Documents Required

Typical documents (as listed by the scheme) — prepare these in advance:

• Application in prescribed format (in duplicate). (File example name: Application_Form.pdf)

• Photo identity (one of): Aadhaar, Ration Card, Passport, EPIC (Voter ID), Driving Licence. (File example names: Aadhaar.pdf, VoterID.jpg)

• Work completion report and expenditure statement by the applicant (after the yard is built). (File: WorkCompletion.pdf)

• Bank passbook copy / cancelled cheque (for EFT). (File: BankPassbook.pdf)

• Land records / possession certificate (certified by Village Authority / State Govt / Competent Authority). (File: LandRecord.pdf)

Suggested file formats & naming: PDF or JPG/PNG; keep file names short and descriptive — e.g., Aadhaar.pdf, BankPassbook.jpg, LandRecord.pdf, WorkCompletion.pdf. Keep each file size within the common upload limits (usually <2–5 MB) unless the application form specifies otherwise.

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How to Apply

Online process

• The scheme page on myScheme indicates application is via an offline process (submission in prescribed format) and the Coffee Board guideline/application form is provided for download. For online registration of growers there is a Grower’s Registration (UMANG) link (UMANG portal) referenced by the scheme page. Always check the Coffee Board guideline PDF for the exact application form and route.

Steps (plain words):

1. Download the prescribed application form from Coffee Board (Guidelines & Application PDF).

2. Fill the application clearly in duplicate and attach required documents (ID, land record, bank details). (Name files clearly as suggested above.)

3. Submit the filled application and supporting documents to the designated Coffee Board office / Extension Officer in your area (the guideline describes submission & field officer verification).

4. Extension Officer will do document scrutiny and a field inspection. After verification, the application is forwarded to Joint Director (Extension) / Deputy Director (Extension).

5. On approval, subsidy is released by electronic fund transfer (EFT) to the beneficiary.

Offline process

• Primary route: Offline submission in the prescribed format to the local Coffee Board extension office / Joint Director (Extension) / Deputy Director (Extension). Field inspection is mandatory. myScheme

Tips & mistakes to avoid

• File formats: Use PDF for forms and bank passbook; JPG/PNG for ID photos if required.

• File naming: Aadhaar.pdf, BankPassbook.pdf, LandRecord.pdf etc.

• Common pitfalls: Incomplete forms, missing land records, mismatched bank details, uploading illegible documents. Ensure land record is in your name and certified by the competent local authority.

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Important Dates

• Application start date / Last date / Other deadlines: The myScheme page lists scheme details but does not show a current open/close window for applications — this is often driven by Coffee Board notifications or state-level implementation schedules. Applicants should consult the Coffee Board guideline PDF and their local Coffee Board office for the exact dates and any call-for-applications.

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Application Fee

• No Fee is listed for the subsidy application on the scheme page. (Subsidy is paid to beneficiary; application submission is administrative.) Confirm via the Coffee Board guideline before submission.

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Selection Process

• Step 1: Submission of application in prescribed format.

• Step 2: Document scrutiny by Extension Officer.

• Step 3: Field inspection to verify eligibility and on-site conditions.

• Step 4: Forwarding of the verified application to Joint Director (Extension)/Deputy Director (Extension).

• Step 5: Final scrutiny and sanction of subsidy; release by EFT when admissible.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Submitting incomplete documents or unsigned application forms.

• Not having land records in the applicant’s name or lacking proper certification from Village/State authority.

• Missing the duplicate requirement for the application form.

• Uploading illegible scans or wrong formats.

• Applying if you already availed benefit under the XII Plan for the same activity (ineligible).

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Comparison with Similar Schemes

• Other Coffee Board support schemes (Integrated Coffee Development Project components): These may include pulper subsidies, replanting, shade management, and certification support. This Drying Yards sub-component specifically targets construction of cement drying yards and eco-certification assistance — a capital subsidy for post-harvest infrastructure — whereas other components may focus on inputs, training or replanting.

• State-level agriculture/post-harvest schemes: Some state agriculture departments offer post-harvest or minor irrigation subsidies, but this Coffee Board scheme specifically targets coffee quality improvement in North Eastern tribal holdings.