FOCUSS

FOCUS Scheme (Farmers Collectivization For Upscaling Production and Marketing System)

The objective of the FOCUS Scheme is to strengthen farmer groups, increase production, and improve market access to enhance farmers’ income.

राज्य नकद

राज्य / केंद्र शासित प्रदेश: मेघालय

नोडल विभाग: Planning Department

योजना किसके लिए: Individual

योजना प्रोफ़ाइल

डीबीटी (प्रत्यक्ष लाभ अंतरण): हाँ

श्रेणियाँ: कृषि, ग्रामीण व पर्यावरण

उप-श्रेणियाँ: Agricultural Inputs- seeds, fertilizer etc.

लक्षित लाभार्थी: व्यक्तिगत

टैग: Farmers, Farming, Agriculture, DBT

विवरण

The FOCUS Scheme (Farmer’s Collectivization for Upscaling Production and Marketing Systems) is one of the flagship schemes of the Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya. Under the scheme, an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 is provided to Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs). Each PG may consist of 10 to 20 members. The benefit amount is credited directly to the PG’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

लाभ

1. The subsidy is disbursed through approved financing partners. 1. Loans are provided by selected partner banks with a repayment period of up to 15 years. 1. There are no pre-closure penalties on the loan. 1. The Government of Meghalaya pays 80% of the total project cost upfront. 1. The remaining 20% is provided as a bank loan (5% paid by the entrepreneur and 75% by the government). 1. Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs) receive an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50 000to ₹1 00 000

The subsidy is disbursed through approved financing partners.
Loans are provided by selected partner banks with a repayment period of up to 15 years.
There are no pre-closure penalties on the loan.
The Government of Meghalaya pays 80% of the total project cost upfront.
The remaining 20% is provided as a bank loan (5% paid by the entrepreneur and 75% by the government).
Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs) receive an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000.

पात्रता

The Producer Group must consist of 10 to 20 producers from the same village.
The members must be engaged in the same or similar agricultural or allied activities with high income-generation potential.
The group must formally form a Producer Group (PG) under the scheme.
Each member must hold a valid Family ID/Citizen ID of Meghalaya.
All members must belong to different households.
Each member must have a separate and unique Family ID of Meghalaya.

अपवर्जन

आवेदन प्रक्रिया

Online

Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
Step 3: Select your Authentication ID from the available options, such as

PDS (Ration Card)
Election Photo ID Card (EPIC).

Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
Step 7: Fill in all required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review all the information, and click on “Submit.” After successful submission, you will receive a unique application number for future reference.
Sign In
Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”

स्पष्टीकरण

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What is the FOCUS Scheme?: The FOCUS Scheme (Farmer’s Collectivization for Upscaling Production and Marketing Systems) is a flagship initiative of the Planning Department, Government of Meghalaya, aimed at strengthening farmer groups and improving agricultural income.
Who benefits under the FOCUS Scheme?: Agriculture and Agri-allied Producer Groups (PGs) consisting of 10–20 members from Meghalaya benefit under this scheme.
What financial support is provided to Producer Groups?: Each eligible PG receives an annual cash benefit ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 to support production and marketing activities.
How is the benefit amount transferred?: The benefit amount is directly credited to the PG’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
What is the subsidy pattern under the scheme?: The Government of Meghalaya pays 80% of the total project cost upfront as financial support.
How is the remaining 20% of the project cost financed?: The remaining 20% is arranged as a bank loan, where 5% is contributed by the entrepreneur and 75% is supported by the Government.
Through whom is the subsidy disbursed?: The subsidy is disbursed through approved financing partners.
Which banks provide loans under the scheme?: Loans are provided by selected partner banks associated with the scheme.
What is the loan repayment period?: The loan can be repaid over a period of up to 15 years, making repayment manageable for beneficiaries.
Are there any penalties for early loan repayment?: No, there are no pre-closure penalties for loans under the scheme.

आधिकारिक लिंक

संदर्भ

आवेदन करें

अभी आवेदन करें

Farmers Farming Agriculture DBT

आधिकारिक आवेदन या कार्यक्रम पोर्टल नए टैब में खुलता है। संदेह हो तो मंत्रालय की साइट पर विवरण सत्यापित करें।

Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

Aadhaar Card
Income Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Residence Proof
Bank Account Details
Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

Check eligibility criteria
Collect required documents
Fill the application form
Submit the application online or at the relevant office
Track application status

यह पृष्ठ सार्वजनिक व आधिकारिक स्रोतों से योजना सूचना का सार प्रस्तुत करता है। यह कानूनी, वित्तीय या व्यावसायिक सलाह नहीं है; अधूरी या पुरानी हो सकती है; तथा सरकारी अधिसूचनाओं का स्थान नहीं लेती। आवेदन या निर्भरता से पहले पात्रता, लाभ व आवेदन चरण आधिकारिक पोर्टल या परिपत्र पर अवश्य सत्यापित करें।

हिन्दी चुनने पर साइट पर मेनू, बटन, फ़िल्टर और जहाँ उपलब्ध हो श्रेणी नाम हिन्दी में दिखाए जाते हैं। योजना का मुख्य पाठ (शीर्षक, विवरण, पात्रता, दस्तावेज़ आदि) स्रोत की भाषा में रहता है—अक्सर अंग्रेज़ी—जब तक आधिकारिक द्विभाषी या हिन्दी संस्करण उपलब्ध न हो।