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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.

Ministry / Department
Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Level
State
Benefit type
other
Last verified: 18 Jun 2026

What is 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.

Benefit
1. 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.
Level
State — Gujarat
Ministry / Dept.
Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department
Benefit type
other
Key eligibility
The beneficiary should be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
Last verified
18 Jun 2026

Overview

The scheme “Assistance for Power Driven Chaff Cutter Scheme under Integrated Fodder Development Scheme (General Category)” is implemented by the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, financial assistance is given to dairy farmers belonging to the General Caste category on purchase of electric powered chaff cutters. By using power driven chaff cutter, dairy farmers can reduce wastage of green and dry fodder which is economically important for their profitable dairy farming.

Benefits

1. 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.

Eligibility

  • 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.
Area: GujaratBenefit: other

Documents Required

  • Identity proof of the applicant i.e. Aadhaar Card
  • Proof of residence
  • Proof of possessing necessary animals
  • Bank account details of beneficiary
  • Any other documents as required

How to Apply

  1. Step 1: Online — Step 01

    The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/

  2. Step 2: Online — Step 02

    On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Animal Husbandry Schemes’.

  3. Step 3: Online — Step 03

    Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open.

  4. Step 4: Online — Step 04

    Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application.

  5. Step 5: Online — Step 05

    Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.

  6. Step 6: Online — Step 06

    Once the application is done, confirm it.

  7. Step 7: Online — Step 07

    Take a print out of the confirmed application.

  8. Step 8: Online — Step 08

    Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx Note: After sanctioning application through I-Khedut Portal, beneficiary has to purchase Chaff Cutter from government approved empanelled vendor and has to produce the bill for claim submission of subsidy.

FAQ

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.

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