Support for Marketing and Investment for Rural Transformation – Grameen Bhandaran (Rural Godown Scheme)
Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Grameen Bhandaran Yojana provides farmers and agri-entrepreneurs 25-33.33% capital subsidy for building rural godowns and storage infrastructure, reducing distress sales, accessed through NABARD or participating banks with a project proposal.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
- Level
- Central
- Launched
- 2001
- Last date
- Ongoing / No fixed deadline
- Helpline
- NA
What you get
Farmers, entrepreneurs and cooperatives get capital subsidy of 25-33.33% for constructing rural godowns and storage infrastructure, enabling better post-harvest storage and reduced distress selling of produce.
Who is eligible
Individual farmers, group of farmers, agri-entrepreneurs, cooperatives, Self Help Groups, and companies constructing eligible rural warehouses/godowns are eligible for the subsidy.
Documents you need
Land ownership/lease documents, project report, Aadhaar card, and bank account details.
How to apply
Apply through NABARD or the participating bank financing the rural godown project, submitting the required project report and documents for subsidy claim.
Frequently asked questions
How much subsidy does the Rural Godown Scheme give?
25% to 33.33% of the project cost, depending on the applicant category and location.
Who can apply for rural godown subsidy?
Individual farmers, farmer groups, cooperatives, SHGs and agri-entrepreneurs constructing eligible storage infrastructure.
How do I apply for this scheme?
Through NABARD or a participating bank financing the rural warehouse project.