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Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Handloom and Other Non Farm Sector Activities

The scheme offers loans for handloom and other non-farm sector activities, with a maximum loan amount of up to ₹2,00,000/- at an interest rate of 11% to 12.5%. The scheme is designed to support farmers engaged in non-farm activities.

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About This Scheme

The "Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Handloom and Other Non Farm Sector Activities" scheme launched by the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department, Tamil Nadu, aims to offer financial support for handloom and other non-farm sector activities, enabling farmers to diversify income sources beyond agriculture. Loans under this scheme can be obtained based on the project cost, with a limit of ₹2,00,000/-. Interest rates range from 11% to 12.5%, subject to change.

Benefits

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  • Access to Loan: Up to ₹2,00,000/-.
  • Interest Rate: From 11% to 12.5%, (subject to change).

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.

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    The beneficiary should be a farmer.

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    The beneficiary should be engaged in handloom or non-farm sector activities.

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    The beneficiary should be interested to avail the loan for handloom or non-farm sector activities.

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    The beneficiary should have the intention to use the loan specifically for handloom or non-farm sector activities.

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Required Documents

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    Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
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    Address proof.
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    Proof of agricultural occupation (For handloom and other non-farm sector activities) (if applicable).
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    Any other documents (if required).

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Step 1: The interested applicant should collect the application form by contacting the Secretary/ Special Officer of the Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank.

Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority.

Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, a unique identification number (if applicable).