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National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups

The scheme component "Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" under the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm" scheme aims to increase the production of oil palm in the state and reduce dependency on imports by supporting farmers with equipment and facilities.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Gujarat

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Subsidy for Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups: ₹25,00,000/- per unit for equipment, tools, training, contingencies, and maintenance.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a farmer.; The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the "National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme?

The "National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme is a government initiative launched by the Department of Agriculture, Government of Gujarat with the objective of increasing oil palm production in the state and reducing the import of oil palm from abroad by providing subsidy support to farmers for establishing Custom Hiring Centres and Harvester Groups.

Who is responsible for implementing the "National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme?

The "National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme is implemented by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat.

What type of financial assistance is provided under this scheme component?

Under the "National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme, financial assistance is provided in the form of a subsidy amounting to ₹25,00,000/- per unit, which covers expenses related to equipment, tools, training, contingencies, and maintenance for establishing Custom Hiring Centres and Harvester Groups.

Is the financial assistance under the "National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme recurring in nature?

The financial assistance under the "National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme is not recurring in nature, as the subsidy is granted only once to each eligible unit in the form of a one-time grant.

Who is eligible to apply under the "National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme?

All farmers residing in Gujarat are eligible to apply under the "National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme.

Can farmers from outside Gujarat apply for the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme?

No, the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme is specifically designed for farmers within the state of Gujarat, and farmers from other states are not eligible.

How can eligible farmers apply for the scheme?

Eligible farmers can apply for the scheme by visiting the iKhedut portal, filling out the application form online, uploading the required documents, and submitting it for departmental verification.

What documents are required to apply for the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme?

Applicants for the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups" scheme are required to submit their Aadhaar Card, Land Records 7-12 and 8-A, Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque, and if applicable, a Caste Certificate or Disability Certificate issued by the competent authority.

Is there any income limit for applying to the scheme "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Custom Hiring Centre cum Harvester Groups"?

There is no income limit specified under the scheme guideline, meaning that farmers of all income levels can apply for the financial assistance provided they fulfil the other eligibility requirements.