The "Distribution of Certified Seeds of Maize" scheme by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu offers a subsidy to maize-growing farmers in specific districts of t...
**Subsidy on Certified Seeds:** Farmers can receive 50% of the cost of certified maize seeds, with a cap of ₹1,200/- per quintal, whichever is less.
Eligibility (who can apply)
The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
The beneficiary should be growing maize in the specified districts of Tamil Nadu: Coimbatore, Dindigul, Erode, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Namakkal, Perambalur, Virudhunagar, Theni, Villupuram, Vellore, Salem, Pudukkottai, Madurai, Sivagangai, Trichy, Tirunelveli, and Thoothukudi.
> **Note:** Preference will be given to Small/Marginal farmers 24% flow to SC/ST farmers will be ensured 20% flow to women farmers/ women groups.
How to Apply
**Offline**
**Step 1:** Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.
**Step 2:** Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
**Step 3:** Submit the form to the concerned office:
> **Village Level:** Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.
> **Block Level:** Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.
> **District Level:** Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Distribution of Certified Seeds of Maize / what is the eligibility?
- The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
- The beneficiary should be growing maize in the specified districts of Tamil Nadu: Coimbatore, Dindigul, Erode, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Namakkal, Perambalur, Virudhunagar, Theni, Villupuram, V...
What are the benefits of Distribution of Certified Seeds of Maize?
- **Subsidy on Certified Seeds:** Farmers can receive 50% of the cost of certified maize seeds, with a cap of ₹1,200/- per quintal, whichever is less.
How to apply online for Distribution of Certified Seeds of Maize?
**Offline**
**Step 1:** Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.
**Step 2:** Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
**Step 3:** Submit the form to the concerned office:
> **Village L...