The Stipend Scheme for Poultry Farming Training for Schedule Caste is launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat. The goal of this scheme is to uplift Scheduled Caste poultry farmers by offering scientific training and a stipend to support their learning and practical development.
After successful completion of the 6-day poultry farming training, the trainee will receive a training certificate and a stipend of up to ₹2000, directly credited to their bank account.
Benefits
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₹300 per day for 6 days as daily allowance = ₹1800
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₹200 as to & fro transport fare
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Maximum total stipend: ₹2000 (Direct Benefit Transfer to bank account)
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Training certificate will be provided upon successful completion
Eligibility
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Must be an adult belonging to the Scheduled Caste community of Gujarat
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Must provide income proof and caste certificate
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Priority will be given to female beneficiaries and those Below Poverty Line (BPL)
Application Process
Online
Step 1: Visit the I-Khedut Portal
Step 2: Click on “Apply New” to start a new application
Step 3: Use “Update Application” to edit the form if needed
Step 4: Confirm the application within 7 days of saving
Step 5: Submit the signed printout of the application and required documents at the office address mentioned or upload scanned documents after confirmation
Step 6: Take a printout of the confirmed application for record
Notes:
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Only filling the form online does not complete the application.
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The signed printout with documents must be submitted/uploaded.
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PDF documents should be under 200 KB.
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If incorrect/incomplete documents are uploaded, the application must be corrected within 7 days.
Documents Required
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Aadhaar Card / Voter ID (Identity proof)
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Income Certificate
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Caste Certificate
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BPL Card (if applicable)
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Residence Proof
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Disability Certificate (if applicable)
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Barcoded Ration Card (if applicable)
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Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
To promote scientific poultry farming among Scheduled Caste beneficiaries through training and financial support.
Q: Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
Adult Scheduled Caste residents of Gujarat with valid caste and income certificates.
Q: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A stipend of up to ₹2000 and a training certificate after successful completion of the poultry training.
Q: How much will daily allowance be given under this scheme?
₹300 per day.
Q: For how many days will daily allowance be given to the trainees?
For 6 days, totaling ₹1800.
Q: How much will transport fare be given to the trainees?
₹200 as to and fro transport allowance.
Q: Who will get priority under the scheme?
Female candidates and beneficiaries below the poverty line.
Q: Is an income certificate mandatory for a beneficiary?
Yes, it is required to validate eligibility.
Q: How will the beneficiary receive the stipend amount?
Through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the bank account.
Q: How can a beneficiary apply under the scheme?
Through I-Khedut Portal either online or by submitting the printed application offline.
Q: Can a beneficiary also apply online mode?
Yes, the scheme allows online applications via the I-Khedut Portal.