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Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Sinking Tubewell

“Assistance to Scheduled Caste Farmers for Sinking Tubewell" was launched by Dept of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, UT of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the farmers from the SC Category are provided with a grant of 90% subsidy towards the construction of tubewell/filter points per individual.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Grant of 90% subsidy to General Farmers towards construction of tubewell/filter point in the Union Territory of Puducherry subject to a maximum of ₹1,80,000 per tubewell/filter point per individual. | *The total cost incurred towards the construction of the tubewell shall be taken into account for the calculation of the subsidy.

Who can apply

The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste Community.; The applicant should be an Indian National and native of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth or by continuous residence for the past 5 years.; The applicant must obtain the necessary permit to sink a new/replacement tubewell/filter point from Pondicherry Ground Water Authority, Puducherry.; The tubewell/Filter point should have been constructed through a departmental power rig/hand bore set or should have been constructed with a No Objection Certificate of the Agriculture Department for engaging private drilling machinery registered with Pondicherry Ground Water Authority under departmental supervision.; The applicant should hold a minimum of 1.5 acres of land under the command area of the tubewell/filter point to be constructed.; The applicant should have ownership of the land for at least 2 years and a clear ownership title deed in his/her name.; The eligible land holding of 1.5 acres should be in favour of the applicant farmer, spouse, or a member of the joint/undivided family.; Farmers who have already availed themselves of the subsidy for the same purpose within 5 years are not entitled to any benefit under this scheme.; The casing pipes should have a BIS certificate and should have been purchased from an authorized dealer/M/s.PASIC Ltd.; The brand of pipes is left to the choice of the applicant but pipes should be BIS certified and should have been purchased either from PASIC or from the list of authorized dealers.; The applicant should not convert the lands for a minimum period of 10 years from the date of construction of the tubewell/filter point to any purpose other than agriculture and should execute a bond accordingly.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

When should the application be submitted?

The application should be submitted within 90 days from the date of completing the tubewell/filter point construction work.

What is the inspection process during tubewell construction?

An inspection by the Agricultural Officer (Engg.) is conducted to verify details of pipes and materials used during the construction.

Where should Puducherry region applicants approach for tubewell construction under departmental supervision?

Applicants in Puducherry should approach the Office of the Hydrogeologist-II, State Ground Water Unit & Soil Conservation, Thattanchavady.

How long is the minimum period during which the land cannot be converted for purposes other than agriculture?

The applicant must not convert the land for a minimum period of 10 years from the date of tubewell construction and must execute a bond accordingly.

What certification is required for casing pipes used in the tubewell construction?

Casing pipes should have a BIS certificate and should be purchased from an authorized dealer or M/s.PASIC Ltd.

What is the minimum landholding requirement for applicants?

Applicants should hold a minimum of 1.5 acres of land under the command area of the tubewell, owned for at least 2 years, with a clear title deed.

Can farmers who have availed themselves of the subsidy for the same purpose within 5 years apply for benefits under this scheme?

No, farmers who have already availed themselves of the subsidy for the same purpose within 5 years are not eligible for benefits.

What permits are required for sinking a new/replacement tubewell/filter point under this scheme?

Applicants must obtain a permit from Pondicherry Ground Water Authority and adhere to the conditions set by the Agriculture Department.

What percentage of subsidy is granted to Farmers for the construction of tubewell/filter point in Puducherry?

Farmers receive a subsidy of 90% towards the construction of tubewell/filter point in Puducherry.

Can applicants choose any brand of pipes for tubewell construction?

Applicants have the freedom to choose the brand of pipes, but they must be BIS certified and purchased from either PASIC or authorized dealers.

What is the minimum land ownership requirement for applicants?

Applicants should hold a minimum of 1.5 acres of land under the command area of the tubewell, and the land should be owned for at least 2 years with a clear ownership title deed.

Can the tubewell/filter point be constructed using private drilling machinery, and if so, what conditions apply?

The tubewell/filter point can be constructed using private drilling machinery with a No Objection Certificate from the Agriculture Department and registration with Pondicherry Ground Water Authority under departmental supervision.