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Hydroponic Farming Subsidy – NHB Scheme
Start your hydroponic farm with government support. Kamala Farms guides you through every step to avail up to 40% subsidy on modern hydroponic systems.
What is the NHB Subsidy?
The National Horticulture Board (NHB) provides financial assistance for protected cultivation, including hydroponic farming.
- Subsidy Rate:
- General Areas: Up to 40% of project cost (max ₹30 lakh)
- Hilly & Scheduled Areas: Up to 50% of project cost (max ₹37.5 lakh)
- Encourages adoption of high-value, fast-growing crops
- Eligible for hydroponics, aeroponics, and advanced protected cultivation systems
Tip: Higher subsidy rates apply in hilly and tribal regions.
Eligible Components & Infrastructure
The NHB scheme covers essential hydroponic farming components:
- Hydroponic Systems: Polybags, NFT, DFT, aeroponics setups
- Protected Cultivation: Shade net houses, greenhouses, walk-in tunnels
- Automation & Technology: Sensor-based fertigation, climate control systems
- Add-ons: Anti-bird/anti-hail nets, weed mats, solar fencing
- Planting Material: High-value vegetables, herbs, and leafy greens
Suitable Crops for Hydroponics
Hydroponic systems are ideal for fast-growing, high-demand crops:
Leafy Greens | Herbs | Microgreens | Fruiting Vegetables |
Lettuce | Basil | Radish | Tomato |
Spinach | Mint | Mustard | Cucumber |
Kale | Coriander | Sunflower | Pepper |
These crops thrive in soil-less systems and ensure faster returns on investment.
Recent Guideline Updates (2025)
- Hydroponics, aeroponics, and automation systems now officially eligible
- All materials must comply with Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
- Beneficiaries are responsible for maintenance of assets
- Project site or crop changes without prior NHB approval may render the project ineligible
How Kamala Farms Helps You
We simplify the entire subsidy process for you:
- Project Planning: Detailed Project Reports (DPR) for bank approvals
- Application Support: Guidance for NHB application and bank loan processing
- Turnkey Hydroponics: End-to-end setup ready for subsidy compliance
- Subsidy Claim Assistance: Documentation, inspections, and approvals
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Step-by-Step Application Process
- Prepare DPR: Outline project scope, finances, and implementation plan
- Submit Application: To NHB State Office or NHB Headquarters
- Bank Appraisal: Secure term loan for project funding
- Obtain Approval: NHB issues Letter of Intent (LoI)
- Implement Project: Set up hydroponic systems as per approved plan
- Inspection & Subsidy Claim: NHB & bank joint inspection, then submit claim
Important Notes
- Civil work cost ≤30% of project cost
- All fund transfers are digital via CDP Suraksha Portal
- Recurring inputs (seeds/planting material) subsidy:
- 100% first season
- 50% second season
- No subsidy from third season onwards
- Prior approval is required for crop or site changes
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