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Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Integrated Fodder Development Scheme (General Category)

The scheme provides financial assistance to dairy farmers belonging to General Caste category on purchase of electric powered chaff cutters. By using power driven chaff cutter, dairy farmers can reduce wastage of green & dry fodder which is economically important for their profitable dairy farming.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Under the scheme, financial assistance up to 75% of the purchase cost of powered chaff cutter or ₹18,000/-, whichever is less, is given to beneficiaries belonging to General category. | Note: The amount of assistance will be deposited in bank account of the beneficiary.

Who can apply

The beneficiary should be a permanent resident of Gujarat.; The beneficiary should belong to the General Caste category.; The beneficiary should have a minimum of five (5) animals of his/her own.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What are the benefits of this scheme?

Eligible beneficiaries can receive financial assistance covering up to 75% of the purchase cost of a powered chaff cutter or [?]18,000/-, whichever is lower.

How is the financial assistance provided?

The amount of assistance will be directly deposited into the bank account of the beneficiary.

Who is eligible for this scheme?

Eligible beneficiaries must be permanent residents of Gujarat and belong to the General Caste category.

What is the minimum requirement for the number of animals owned by the beneficiary?

Beneficiaries must possess a minimum of five (5) animals of their own to qualify for the scheme.

How can one apply for this scheme?

Applicants can apply online through the I-Khedut Portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/.

How is the subsidy claimed after purchasing the chaff cutter?

After purchasing the chaff cutter from a government-approved empanelled vendor, beneficiaries need to produce the bill for claim submission of the subsidy.