SSY-GOA

Sheti Samrudhi Yojana

6.0/10

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to facilitate community level action for agriculture growth and management of natural resources. It offers financial assistance, wages for personnel, and funding for necessary office equipment for Tribal Farmers Co-operative.

State Cash

States / UT: Goa

Nodal department: Education Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment

Sub-categories: Land and water resources, Agricultural Inputs- seeds, fertilizer etc., Financial assistance, Rural services

Target beneficiaries: Individual, Joint Liability Groups (JLGS), Self Help Groups (SHGS)

Tags: Farmer, Tribal, Cooperative, Agriculture, Subsidy, Rural

Details

The scheme "Sheti Samrudhi Yojana" was launched by the Department of Tribal Welfare, Government of Goa. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to facilitate and support community-level action to farmer's co-operatives aimed at improving food security, reducing poverty, and assuring sustainability in the management of natural resources. The scheme provides support by mobilizing the best of science and development efforts, including traditional knowledge and modern scientific approaches, through partnerships involving national and international research institutions, Non-Governmental Organizations, farmers' organizations, and the private sector in order to tackle the present and future problems of food security and production.

Benefits

  • Financial Assistance for Operational Costs
  • Wages of one resource person (Diploma in Agriculture) and one peon at the rates fixed under the Minimum Wages Act
  • A fixed amount of ₹25,000/- per annum for incurring expenditure on stationery, printing, etc.
  • Rent reimbursement for office space, subject to limits: Minimum limit of ₹8,000/- per month for urban areas; Minimum limit of ₹5,000/- per month for rural areas
  • The aforementioned rent will be enhanced accordingly @10% on the actual rent fixed after every three years. One-Time Financial Assistance
  • One-time financial assistance of ₹1,00,000/- for the procurement of a Desktop Computer, Uninterruptible Power Supply, computer table, cupboard, table, and chairs, etc. Benefit Disbursal
  • The amount is disbursed in two installments
  • The first installment shall be 50% of the total sanctioned amount
  • The balance amount is disbursed only upon submission of a utilization certificate duly verified by the Zonal Agriculture Officer. Conditions for Continuation
  • For availing the benefit for the subsequent year, the farmer co-operative shall submit an annual performance report. This report must be verified, signed, and recommended by the concerned Zonal Agriculture Officer
  • If the farmer co-operative fails to submit the annual performance report, the succeeding year benefit shall be kept on hold until the report is submitted. Wages Disbursement
  • Wages for the resource person and peon shall be paid by the Directorate of Tribal Welfare on a monthly basis upon submission of attendance by the farmer Co-operatives
Financial Assistance for Operational Costs
  • Wages of one resource person (Diploma in Agriculture) and one peon at the rates fixed under the Minimum Wages Act.
  • A fixed amount of ₹25,000/- per annum for incurring expenditure on stationery, printing, etc..
  • Rent reimbursement for office space, subject to limits: Minimum limit of ₹8,000/- per month for urban areas; Minimum limit of ₹5,000/- per month for rural areas.
  • The aforementioned rent will be enhanced accordingly @10% on the actual rent fixed after every three years.
One-Time Financial Assistance
  • One-time financial assistance of ₹1,00,000/- for the procurement of a Desktop Computer, Uninterruptible Power Supply, computer table, cupboard, table, and chairs, etc.
Benefit Disbursal
  • The amount is disbursed in two installments.
  • The first installment shall be 50% of the total sanctioned amount.
  • The balance amount is disbursed only upon submission of a utilization certificate duly verified by the Zonal Agriculture Officer.
Conditions for Continuation
  • For availing the benefit for the subsequent year, the farmer co-operative shall submit an annual performance report. This report must be verified, signed, and recommended by the concerned Zonal Agriculture Officer.
  • If the farmer co-operative fails to submit the annual performance report, the succeeding year benefit shall be kept on hold until the report is submitted.
Wages Disbursement
  • Wages for the resource person and peon shall be paid by the Directorate of Tribal Welfare on a monthly basis upon submission of attendance by the farmer Co-operatives.

Eligibility

  • The applicant must be a Tribal Farmers' Cooperative Organization.

  • The Cooperative must be registered under the Goa Co-operative Societies Act, 2001.

  • The objective of the Cooperative must be to improve productivity and/or to market the farm or forest produce.


How useful is this scheme?

Public benefit analysis

A practical look at this scheme for citizens

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6.0
/ 10
Public Benefit Score
Accessibility 6.0/10 Moderate
Rural usefulness 6.0/10 Moderate
Application complexity 8.0/10 Challenging
Financial impact 8.0/10 Good
Literacy barrier 4.0/10 Moderate
Women inclusivity 7.0/10 Good
Awareness 4.5/10 Moderate
Implementation reliability 7.0/10 Good
Bigger shape means a better fit for citizens
  • Accessibility6.0
  • Financial impact8.0
  • Rural utility6.0
  • Awareness4.5
  • Simplicity2.0
  • Inclusivity7.0

What problem does this scheme solve?

The Sheti Samrudhi Yojana provides essential financial support to Tribal Farmers Co-operatives, promoting agricultural development and sustainability.

Key challenges addressed

  • Improving food security
  • Reducing poverty
  • Supporting community-level agricultural initiatives

Most beneficial for

  • Tribal Farmers Co-operatives
  • Agricultural workers
  • Community resource managers

Likely challenges

  • Complex application process
  • Requirement for documentation and verification
  • Dependence on local officials for approval

Practical insights for citizens

The scheme is practical but requires significant effort and understanding of the application process.

Rural challenges

  • Limited access to information
  • Dependence on local officials for guidance

Implementation bottlenecks

  • Delayed processing times
  • Verification issues with documentation

Awareness challenges

  • Low awareness among potential beneficiaries

Application analysis

Application mode
Offline office
Documents burden
Moderate, requires multiple documents
Verification complexity
High, involves multiple levels of scrutiny
Office dependency
High, requires interaction with local officials
CSC support
Limited
Estimated citizen effort
High, due to documentation and follow-up

Estimated beneficiary reach

  • Rural / urban reach Moderate
  • Gender reach Moderate
  • Occupation reach Agriculture-related

Benefit analysis

Benefit type
Cash
Benefit frequency
Annual
Benefit practicality
High, as it directly supports operational costs
Financial meaningfulness
High, especially for small cooperatives
Long-term impact
Positive, as it encourages sustainable agricultural practices

Plain-language guidance

The Sheti Samrudhi Yojana helps Tribal Farmers Co-operatives by providing financial support for agricultural activities. Applicants need to follow a detailed process to receive funds.

Who should apply
Tribal Farmers Co-operatives registered under the Goa Co-operative Societies Act.
Who may struggle
Individuals unfamiliar with formal application processes or lacking necessary documentation.
Best application route
Apply via local Zonal Agriculture Officer with required documents.

This intelligence section is generated by an AI policy analyst combined with rule-based scoring. Scores and narrative are estimates derived from the publicly available scheme information shown on this page; actual experience may vary by state, district, and department. Always confirm details on the official portal before you apply.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should take a printout of the prescribed format of the application form. Alternatively, the interested applicant should visit the Zonal Agriculture Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Zonal Agriculture Officer.

Post-Application Processes

Step 1: After verification of the application and all the documents mentioned in the scheme guidelines, the Zonal Agriculture Officer shall forward the complete application package to the Director of Tribal Welfare for final approval and sanction.
Step 2: The Director of Tribal Welfare, upon receipt of the application, shall carry out scrutiny of the application form and documents. After satisfactory scrutiny, the Director of Tribal Welfare shall sanction the proposal and the amount to be disbursed to the farmer co-operative society.

Benefit Disbursement Process

Step 1: Fifty percent of the total amount sanctioned shall be disbursed to the farmer’s co-operative society as the first installment.
Step 2: The farmer co-operative must submit a utilization certificate for the first installment to the Zonal Agriculture Officer. The Zonal Agriculture Officer shall then monitor the functioning of the Co-operative, verify, sign, and submit the Utilization Certificate to the Director of Tribal Welfare.
Step 3: After the Director of Tribal Welfare receives the verified Utilization Certificate of the first installment, the Director shall release the balance amount.
Step 4: To avail the benefit for any subsequent year, the farmer co-operative shall submit an annual performance report. This report must be verified, signed, and recommended by the concerned Zonal Agriculture Officer. If the report is not submitted, the succeeding year benefit will be kept on hold until the report is furnished by the co-operative.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

How is the financial assistance provided under this scheme disbursed, and are there specific conditions related to receiving the funds?

The sanctioned amount is generally released in two installments: 50% as the first installment, with the balance being disbursed only after the Utilization Certificate for the first installment is submitted and verified.

What are the explicit legal requirements an organization must fulfill, such as registration under a specific act, to qualify as an applicant?

The applying organization must be a Tribal Farmers Co-operatives organization that is formally registered under the legal framework of the Goa Co-operative Societies Act, 2001.

If the farmer’s co-operative unit was established recently, within the last two years, what type of financial audit documents are required during the application submission process?

If the co-operative was formed within the last two years, the applicant is required to furnish the audit report covering only the last financial year during the application process.

Does the co-operative organization need to submit any formal document outlining its proposed actions for promoting agricultural development or managing community resources?

Yes, the co-operative must submit a brief project report detailing the activities planned for the growth of agriculture or the management of community forest produce.

What specific percentage of the total membership within the co-operative organization must belong to the Scheduled Tribe community for the application to be considered valid?

At least 50% of the total members belonging to the farmers co-operative must be members of the Scheduled Tribe community, as evidenced by their certificates.

In order for the co-operative to continue receiving scheme benefits in succeeding years, what official record of performance must be submitted annually?

The farmer co-operative is mandatorily required to submit an annual performance report that has been verified, signed, and recommended by the concerned Zonal Agriculture Officer.

If the cooperative seeks reimbursement for rent, which specific governmental department or body must issue the required certificate for the rental space?

The applicant must submit a Rent Certificate that has been officially issued by the Public Works Department (Building Division) of the State of Goa.

When applying for this financial assistance program, are copies of the Aadhaar identity documents required from all individuals associated with the co-operative unit?

Yes, the application must include copies of the Aadhaar card for all of the co-operative’s members.

Beyond registration and compliance, what is the required primary organizational objective concerning agricultural output for a farmers' co-operative to be eligible?

The co-operative organization must have been formally established with the specific objective of improving productivity within the farm or forest produce sector.

Is it necessary for the applicant organization to provide a copy of its official bank documentation when submitting the application form for verification?

Yes, the application packet must include a copy of the bank passbook belonging to the farmers co-operative organization.

What are the requirements regarding the submission of financial history or audit records if the farmer co-operative has been operating for several years?

The farmer co-operative shall submit the audit reports covering the last two years of operation as part of the mandatory application documents.

Must the applicant cooperative provide a formal commitment or declaration that the scheme resources will be used solely for the specified organizational objectives?

The applicant must provide an undertaking declaring that the resources provided under this scheme will be used strictly for the co-operative’s activities and for delivering services to members.

In addition to registration, must the co-operative provide documentation detailing its structure, governing rules, and leadership at the time of application?

Yes, the organization is required to submit a copy of its constitution and registration documents, along with a list of its current office bearers.

What specific mandatory document related to agricultural land or activity must all Scheduled Tribe members of the co-operative submit with the application?

The applicant must include the Krishi Card Abstract for all Scheduled Tribe members within the farmer co-operative organization.

References

Guidelines
https://goaprintingpress.gov.in/downloads/2526/2526-11-SI-OG-1.pdf

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Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Sheti Samrudhi Yojana is a government welfare initiative designed to support Individual, Individual, Joint Liability Groups (JLGS), Self Help Groups (SHGS) through benefits related to Agriculture,Rural & Environment, financial assistance, subsidies, social welfare, healthcare, education, or livelihood support.
Who can apply for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Eligibility for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana may depend on factors such as income category, age, gender, occupation, state of residence, social category, and government-defined beneficiary criteria.
What benefits are offered under Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Benefits under Sheti Samrudhi Yojana may include financial assistance, subsidies, scholarships, insurance support, healthcare benefits, pension support, training assistance, or welfare services depending on the scheme guidelines.
Which department manages Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Sheti Samrudhi Yojana is managed by Education Department and may be implemented through district offices, online portals, CSC centres, banks, or authorised government agencies.
Can users apply online for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Yes, eligible applicants may be able to apply online for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana through official government portals, authorised service centres, or digital application systems depending on the implementation process.
Is Aadhaar mandatory for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Many government schemes may require Aadhaar verification, identity proof, or linked bank account details for beneficiary validation and direct benefit transfer processing.
Where can users apply for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Applications for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana may be submitted through government departments, official scheme portals, CSC centres, district offices, welfare departments, or authorised service centres.
What documents may be required for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Applicants may need Aadhaar card, income certificate, residence proof, bank account details, caste certificate, photographs, educational records, or occupation-related documents depending on scheme eligibility requirements.
Is income certificate required for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Income certificate requirements may vary depending on beneficiary category, subsidy eligibility, and financial assistance criteria defined under Sheti Samrudhi Yojana.
Is Sheti Samrudhi Yojana available in all states?
No, Sheti Samrudhi Yojana is primarily available for eligible residents of Goa and may be implemented through state government departments and local administrative offices.
Can residents outside Goa apply for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Eligibility for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana is generally limited to residents of Goa unless otherwise specified in the official scheme guidelines.
Can small and marginal farmers apply for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Eligible small and marginal farmers may apply for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana subject to land ownership records, income eligibility, and agricultural beneficiary criteria.
Does Sheti Samrudhi Yojana provide subsidy support for farmers?
Sheti Samrudhi Yojana may provide agricultural subsidies, financial assistance, crop support, irrigation benefits, insurance coverage, or farming-related welfare assistance depending on the scheme structure.
Can CSC centres help users apply for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Many government schemes may be accessible through nearby CSC centres, authorised digital service centres, or welfare facilitation offices.
How can users check the latest updates for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Users should verify official notifications, department announcements, application deadlines, and eligibility updates through authorised government portals or implementing agencies.
Can beneficiaries track application status for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
Certain schemes may provide online application tracking, beneficiary verification systems, or status-check facilities through official portals.
Where can users get help for Sheti Samrudhi Yojana in Goa?
Users in Goa may seek assistance through CSC centres, district welfare offices, government departments, agriculture offices, social welfare departments, or authorised facilitation centres.
Which nearby public services may help with Sheti Samrudhi Yojana applications?
Depending on the scheme, users may require support from Aadhaar centres, CSC centres, banks, hospitals, post offices, or government welfare offices for document verification and application assistance.