Financial Support Scheme for Farm Mechanization (FSSM)
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Agriculture,Rural & Environment,Mechanization- solar power, farming systems,Entrepreneurship development,Financial assistance
Target Beneficiaries
Individual,Self Help Groups (SHGS),Business Entity
Brief Description
"Financial Support Scheme for Farm Mechanization (FSSM)" by the Agriculture Department, Government of West Bengal aims to provide financial support as subsidy to the small and marginal farmers of the State for purchase of power operated farm equipment/ machinery.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
- Individual farmers registered under Krishak Bandhu (New) Scheme. Or, Groups like SKUS/PACS/FPO/FPC/FIG/SHG duly graded /LAMPS etc. approved/recognized by any Govt Institution/Departments. - Minimum 0.5 (half) acre agricultural land (RoR) is required by the applicant for purchase of power tiller & solar photo-voltaic water pumping system under FSSM. - The age of the beneficiary should be minimum 18 years at the time of application.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
> Registration Process: Step 01: Visit the official FMS <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="portal" nis:value=https://wbfms.matirkatha.net/applicants/sign_up nis:enabled=true/>and click on “New Registration”. Step 02: Fill in all the mandatory details in “Applicant Registration” form. Step 03: Verify all the details and click on “Sign Up”. > Application Process: Step 01: Visit the official FMS <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="portal" nis:value=https://wbfms.matirkatha.net/applicants/sign_up nis:enabled=true/>and click on “Log in”. Step 02: Enter Voter Card no, Password and select Season then click on “Log In”. Step 03: Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form. Step 04: After successful submission of online application, hard copies of print out of the application with acknowledgement receipt, recent passport size photograph and other prescribed documents (self-attest, if required) will have to be submitted to the office of the Assistant Director of Agriculture of the concerned Block within the stipulated period. Step 05: The applicant will get one time edit option in the specified field after submission of application through online mode but before submission of hard copy to the office of the Assistant Director of Agriculture of the concerned Block. No edit option will be allowed once hard copy is submitted. Step 06: The serial number generated in the online application to be referred in all cases. <br> > Helpline Desk: 8336957298 (10.00 am to 6.00 pm). <br> Note: Online application of beneficiary farmers/entrepreneurs will have to be done in Matirkatha/ FMS portal after due advertisement in leading dailies, Departmental website.
Required Documents
- - Identity proof (EPIC/Voter ID card),
- - Aadhar of Applicant & Spouse for individual application,
- - Bank Account details (Active),
- - Active mobile no,
- - Land Particulars,
- - Krishak Bandhu ID No (Visit here to Check your Krishak Bandhu ID),
- - Name of machinery/equipment/ implement,
- - Name of manufacturer etc. to be selected from the Departmental Portal.
FAQs
What is the objective of the scheme?
Financial Support Scheme for Farm Mechanization (FSSM) by the Agriculture Department, Government of West Bengal aims to provide financial support as subsidy to the small and marginal farmers of the State for purchase of power operated farm equipment/ machinery.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Department Of Agriculture, Government of West Bengal has launched this scheme.
Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
Individual farmers registered under Krishak Bandhu (Natun) Scheme. Or, Groups like SKUS/PACS/FPO/FPC/FIG/SHG duly graded /LAMPS etc approved/recognized by any Govt. Institution/Departments.
How to avail the benefits of the scheme?
Bonafide farmers can apply online in Matirkatha/FMS portal after due advertisement in leading dailies, Departmental website: https://wbfms.matirkatha.net/applicants/sign_up . After successful submission of online application, hard copies of print out of the application with acknowledgement receipt, recent passport size photograph and other prescribed documents (self-attest, if required) will have to be submitted to the office of the Assistant Director of Agriculture of the concerned Block within the stipulated period.
What is the mode of selection of beneficiaries?
Computerized lottery/random selection ( GP wise) of valid applications will be done for preparation of priority list by the DLSC with the help of the IT Personnel engaged for software maintenance to give equal opportunity to all the applicants within the GP.
Is there any fee or charges for the scheme?
No, there are no charges to apply for this scheme.
Is there any age restriction?
The age of the beneficiary should be minimum 18 years at the time of application.
Is there any priority for female applicants?
No.
Is there any income criteria for the farmers to be eligible for this scheme?
No, there is no specific income criteria for the farmers to be eligible for this scheme.
Whether an employee/retired employee of State Government/Statutory Bodies/Government Undertakings are eligible to apply?
No, an employee/retired employee of State Government/Statutory Bodies/Government Undertakings are not eligible to apply.
How will the subsidy be released to the beneficiary?
The subsidy will be released to the bank A/C of the respective beneficiaries through DBT mode.
What is the pattern of assistance?
Subsidy ranging from 50-60% of the indicative price of machinery subject to maximum ceiling of ₹ 3,00,000/- will be provided to the beneficiary.