The Government of Tamil Nadu, through the Agricultural Engineering Department (AED), offers a wide range of Individual-Based Subsidy Schemes to support economically and socially vulnerable citizens across the state. These schemes are designed to enhance livelihood opportunities by providing financial aid, equipment, and tools necessary for self-sustenance in agriculture and allied activities.

Whether you’re a marginal farmer, landless laborer, woman entrepreneur, or member of a scheduled caste/tribe, these schemes aim to empower individuals through targeted and transparent assistance mechanisms.

Scheme Key Highlights

• Name: Individual-Based Subsidy Schemes
• Implemented By: Agricultural Engineering Department, Government of Tamil Nadu
• Beneficiaries: Farmers, Women, SC/ST individuals, Small/Marginal Landholders
• Assistance Type: Financial subsidy for tools, equipment, and services
• Mode of Application: Online via the official AED portal or Offline at AED offices
• Objective: To promote economic independence and rural livelihood improvement

Benefits of TN Individual-Based Subsidy Schemes

• Direct Financial Support for the purchase of agricultural machinery, irrigation tools, and infrastructure
• Empowerment of Marginal Farmers and Women Beneficiaries
• Subsidized Equipment such as tractors, power tillers, solar pumps, and land development tools
• Promotion of Sustainable Agriculture Practices
• Transparent and Targeted Distribution of subsidies through Aadhaar-linked DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer)

Types of Subsidies Offered

Here are some of the key components offered under Tamil Nadu’s Individual-Based Subsidy Schemes;

• Tractor and Power Tiller Subsidy
• Land Development Equipment Subsidy
• Solar Energy Operated Pump Sets Subsidy
• Irrigation and Water Conservation Tools
• Special Assistance for Women and SC/ST Farmers
• Mini Tiller, Chaff Cutter, and Paddy Transplanter Subsidies

NOTE: These schemes are tailored to help individual beneficiaries increase farm productivity, reduce labor dependency, and adopt mechanized farming methods.

Eligibility Criteria

To avail benefits under these schemes, applicants must meet the following conditions;

• Must be a resident of Tamil Nadu
• Should be a farmer, small landholder, agricultural laborer, or belong to the SC/ST categories
• Applicant should own or lease agricultural land (in applicable schemes)
• Aadhaar number and bank account (linked with DBT) are mandatory
• Should not have previously availed a similar subsidy for the same asset/tool
• Priority is given to women, SC/ST applicants, and differently-abled persons

How to Apply

Mode: Online & Offline

Online Application Process:

1. Visit the official AED portal: https://aed.tn.gov.in/

2. Click on the ‘Individual Based Subsidy Schemes’ section

3. Register with your Aadhaar number and mobile number

4. Fill in the application form and upload the required documents

5. Submit and track your application using the provided reference ID

Offline Application Process:

1. Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Engineering Department Office

2. Fill in the required details and attach self-attested documents

3. Submit the form to the local Assistant Executive Engineer (AED)

4. Receive acknowledgment and track status through the local office

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card
• Recent Passport-size Photograph
• Patta/Chitta or Land Ownership Proof
• Bank Passbook (with IFSC code)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Income Certificate (if required)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Machinery Quotation (for applicable schemes)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Who can apply for TN Individual-Based Subsidy Schemes?
Farmers, women, SC/ST members, and small/marginal landholders residing in Tamil Nadu.

Q: What type of assistance is offered under these schemes?
Subsidies for tractors, tillers, solar pumps, irrigation tools, and other farm machinery.

Q: Is Aadhaar mandatory for the application?
Yes, Aadhaar is required for identity verification and DBT subsidy transfer.

Q: How will I receive the subsidy amount?
Subsidy is transferred directly to your linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Q: Is there a helpline for assistance?
You can contact your district AED office or check the official portal for helpline numbers.

Sources and References

• Official AED Tamil Nadu Website
• Government of Tamil Nadu – Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Department