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Distribution of Certified Seeds-Oil Seeds

State/ UTTamil NaduAgriculture, Rural & Environment

The "Distribution of Certified Seeds-Oil Seeds" scheme offers subsidies to farmers for purchasing certified oil seeds, helping them improve their crop yield and quality.

Department
Agriculture Department
Who it is for
Individual

About DOCSOS

The "Distribution of Certified Seeds-Oil Seeds" scheme by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, provides financial assistance to farmers by subsidizing the cost of certified oil seeds. This scheme also encourages the farmers to use high-quality seeds and improve agricultural productivity.


Benefits

  • Financial Assistance: Subsidy of 50% of the seed cost or ₹1,200/- per quintal, whichever is less.

Who can apply (eligibility)

  • The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
  • The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  • The beneficiary should produce and supply Foundation and Certified Class seeds to the Department.

Exclusions


How to apply

Offline application

Step 1: Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.

Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).

Step 3: Submit the form to the concerned office:

Village Level: Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.

Block Level: Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.

District Level: Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.

Official links and guidelines

Scheme details can change. Verify eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official portal or at your local agriculture office before applying. Content is compiled from official government sources (myScheme, Government of India). Last synced 2 Oct 2026.

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