Scheme for Grant of Financial Assistance for Administering Road Safety Advocacy and Awards for the Outstanding Work Done in the Field of Road Safety 2026

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Looking to boost the quality of your coffee and earn more? The "Quality Upgradation / Certification: Drying Yards" scheme, part of the "Integrated Coffee Development Project" in the North Eastern Region, is here to help.

What Is This Scheme?

Administered by the Coffee Board under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, this initiative encourages coffee growers to build better infrastructure for drying and processing their coffee beans. The goal is to help you enhance the quality of your produce, get recognized through certifications, and ultimately, fetch better prices in the market.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

This scheme is specifically designed for tribal coffee growers in the North Eastern Region. If you are a tribal grower and haven't received similar benefits during the XII Five Year Plan, you could be eligible.

Why This Scheme Is Important

By supporting the construction of quality drying yards and encouraging eco-certification, this programme plays a vital role in improving the overall quality standards of coffee from the North East. This helps growers become more competitive and achieve better financial returns for their hard work.

Objective

This scheme helps tribal coffee growers in the North East improve their coffee quality and earnings by providing support for building drying yards and getting certifications.

Benefits

The financial assistance to the Applicant Agency shall be provided in Milestone wise or Single Stage as under:

Milestone-wise Payment Structure: Program Duration-120 days and above

Sl. No.MilestonePercentage of approved GrantPayment1Mobilization AdvanceUp to 15%Upon signing the grant agreement by providing a Bank Guarantee of similar amount*2Milestone 140%Installments shall be paid upon satisfactory completion of pre-defined milestones and submission of expenditure reports and supporting documents.3Milestone 230%Installments shall be paid upon satisfactory completion of pre-defined milestones and submission of expenditure reports and supporting documents.4Milestone 330%Installments shall be paid upon satisfactory completion of pre-defined milestones and submission of expenditure reports and supporting documents.

*The mobilization advance will be set off in the next installment upon receipt of the claim against satisfactory completion of activities under 'Milestone-1'. The Bank Guarantee provided shall be returned upon payment against the completion of ‘Milestone -1’.

Single Stage Payment Structure: Program Duration- Less than 120 days

Single Stage: upon successful completion of the program, verification, and submission of expenditure reports and supporting documents.

Note 01: The amount of Financial Assistance/Grant provided to the Applicant Agency shall be decided by the Competent Authority in MoRTH based on the expected outcome and impact of the proposed programme.

Note 02: The maximum financial assistance to an Applicant Agency for a programme shall not be more than double the maximum value of the project executed by the Applicant Agency during the last 3 years.

Scheme for grant of Awards to the Agencies involved in Road safety advocacy and allied activities:

Ministry of Road Transport & Highways shall give three awards (first, second, and third) in each State/UT to the individuals or agencies engaged in road safety advocacy and allied activities to recognize the outstanding work carried out by them. The details of the awards are as follows.

Sl. No.CategoryAmount11st prize₹5 Lakhs + Certificate22nd prize₹2 Lakhs + Certificate33rd prize₹1 Lakh + CertificateReimbursement of TA/DA:

The awards may be received by the Individual or the authorized representative of the selected agency. The outstation winners will be reimbursed a lump sum of INR 25,000/- per person (subject to a maximum of two persons per agency) to meet the costs towards travel and accommodation.

Sources and references

Guidelines

Official Website

Application Portal

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this scheme, you must meet the following conditions:

You must be a tribal grower.
You should not have already received benefits from this scheme during the XII Five Year Plan period.

How To Apply

The application process generally involves these steps:

Obtain the application form in duplicate.
Fill out the application form with all the required details.
Submit the completed application along with the necessary documents to the concerned authority.
The Joint Director/Deputy Director will scrutinize your application and the verification report.
Upon approval, the subsidy will be released directly to your bank account through Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT).

Official Address for Submissions:

Applications should be submitted to the Office of the Joint Director/Deputy Director of the Coffee Board in the North Eastern Region.

Documents Required

Completed application form (in duplicate).
A copy of your valid photo identity card (e.g., Aadhaar card, Ration card, Passport, Election Photo Identity Card (EPIC), or Driving License).
A work completion report and an expenditure statement detailing your costs.
A copy of your Bank Pass Book showing your account details.

Important Notes on Land Records:

The land records must be in the name of the beneficiary (applicant).
You need to provide land records or a possession certificate that has been duly certified by the Village Authority, State Government Authority, or any other Competent Authority.

FAQ’s

What are the exact measurements for the drying yards available under this scheme?

The scheme supports two sizes for drying yards: 10 feet by 10 feet for land holdings up to 2 hectares, and a larger size of 20 feet by 20 feet for holdings of 2 hectares or more. This ensures the infrastructure matches the scale of the grower's land.

How do I prove I own or possess the land for the drying yard?

You'll need to submit your land records or a possession certificate. This document must be officially certified by your local Village Authority, a State Government Authority, or another competent authority to confirm your claim.

Is there a specific period during which I must have applied or received benefits to be ineligible?

Yes, you cannot apply if you have already received benefits under this scheme during the XII Five Year Plan. This rule helps ensure the benefits reach new or previously unassisted beneficiaries.

What is the subsidy percentage offered by the scheme?

The scheme offers a generous subsidy of 75% of the total unit cost for constructing the drying yards, regardless of the size of your land holding.

What happens if my application has incorrect information or if I try to misuse the scheme?

Providing false information, attempting to bribe officials, or using any form of coercion can lead to your application being rejected. If you receive benefits through misconduct, legal action will be taken to recover the funds, possibly with interest.

How is the subsidy money actually transferred to the beneficiary?

Once your application is approved after scrutiny, the subsidy amount is directly transferred to your bank account via Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT). This ensures a secure and transparent payment process.

Who is responsible for checking if my application and the project details are correct?

The Joint Director or Deputy Director, along with the Extension Officer, plays a key role. The Extension Officer conducts field inspections to verify your claims, and the Joint Director/Deputy Director scrutinizes the reports to ensure everything aligns with the scheme's guidelines before approving the subsidy.

Can I get this subsidy if I'm not a tribal grower?

No, this particular scheme is exclusively for tribal growers in the North Eastern Region. The primary eligibility criterion is being a tribal farmer.

What is the main goal of this program for North East coffee growers?

The main goal is to improve the quality of coffee produced in the North East. It aims to achieve this by helping growers set up better drying facilities and encouraging them to get their coffee certified, which should lead to better market prices.

Besides drying yards, does the scheme support other quality improvement activities?

Yes, the scheme is a part of a larger project that also includes support for the supply of pulpers and eco-certification of coffee holdings. These activities collectively contribute to enhancing the overall quality and marketability of North Eastern coffee.

What's the total cost for setting up a drying yard and what subsidy do I get?

For land up to 2 hectares, the unit cost is ₹15,000. For land 2 hectares and above, the unit cost is ₹45,000. In both cases, you will receive a 75% subsidy on the respective unit cost.

Which government department or board is running this program?

This programme is managed by the Coffee Board, which operates under the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.