Coconut Promotion Scheme (Budget 2026-27)
Coconut Development Board (CDB) / Ministry of Agriculture Agriculture GOVERNMENT SUPPORT ACTIVE

Coconut Promotion Scheme (Budget 2026-27)

(Coconut Development Board (CDB) / Ministry of Agriculture)
Primary Benefit

Replantation Support for Old/Senile Coconut Trees

<p>Coastal region coconut farmers for replantation of old trees.</p>

Dynamic Subsidy Scaling Matrices

Under the official guidelines of this scheme, final margin money subsidies scale dynamically based on your gender, region of business setup, and social categories. Below is the detailed rate catalog:

Gender-Based Subsidy
Men 75%
Women 75%
Regional Demographics
Rural 75%
Urban 50%
Hill Areas 75%
Caste / Social Groups
SC Group 75%
ST Group 75%
OBC Group 75%
General 75%

Benefits Details

  • Subsidy for replanting old/senile coconut trees
  • High-yielding and hybrid variety planting support
  • Intercropping support with compatible crops
  • Demonstration plots for best practices
  • Coconut processing and value addition unit support

Who can apply?

Any individual meeting the following guidelines is eligible for applying under this scheme:

Target Beneficiary Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit Min Age: 18 years old. No upper age limits.
Target Gender Suitable for Any category of applicants.
Men: 75% Women: 75%
Category Required Coconut farmers in coastal and non-coastal regions
SC: 75% ST: 75% OBC: 75% General: 75%
Location Cover Any Areas.
Rural: 75% Urban: 50% Hill Areas: 75%
State Cover Applicable across all states of India.

Application Workflow Process

  • Visit nearest Coconut Development Board office
  • Submit application with land documents
  • Field survey by CDB officer
  • Sanction and supply of quality planting material
  • Subsidy released after planting verified
1
Online Submission

Submit your promoter profile and bank-ready DPR details on the official nodal portal.

2
Nodal Review

Department agency verifies your details and forwards recommendation to local banks.

3
Bank Sanction

Bank evaluates credit feasibility and sanctions the term loan and working capital.

4
Subsidy Release

Nodal agency releases capital margin money subsidy to a TDR block accounts.

Required Documents Checklist

Keep the following digital copies ready before filling out the online application form:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Land records showing coconut plantation
  • Bank passbook
  • Application form from nearest CDB office
  • Tree age certificate (for replanting)

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Government support programs are strictly intended for setting up **new** micro enterprises and commercial expansions. Existing units availing of other programs are not eligible.

The program offers margin capital subsidy. However, bank credit interest schedules will be charged at standard commercial base lending rates unless supplemented by state interest refund policies.

The Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP) training course is mandatory for all subsidy releases and takes around 5 to 10 days depending on the project investment scale.
Quick Info
Ministry Coconut Development Board (CDB) / Ministry of Agriculture
Category Agriculture
Max Subsidy 75%
Status Active
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Contact your local District Industries Centre (DIC) or Sri Yojana support desk for guidance and project filing support.

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