Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices: Organic Farming ICS Support 2026 – Up to ₹1,68,000 Assistance
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Quick answer
The scheme supports grower groups and Farmer Producer Organizations in setting up Internal Control Systems for organic spice certification, offering up to 50% assistance (max ₹1,12,000) for ONER areas and up to 75% (max ₹1,68,000) for NER areas. Eligible applicants include spice-growing farmer groups across all Indian states and UTs, with preference given to those producing organic spices. Applications are submitted online through the ServicesPlus portal after registration and login.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Up to ₹1,68,000 assistance for ICS |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Commerce And Industry |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
The Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices, implemented by the Spices Board India under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, aims to strengthen organic spice production by helping farmer groups establish Internal Control Systems. Through financial support covering up to 75% of certification costs, the scheme facilitates group formation, awareness of organic norms, training, documentation, internal inspection and produce aggregation, thereby improving quality and export readiness of Indian spices.
Benefits
- 50% assistance subject to a maximum of ₹1,12,000 for ONER groups
- 75% assistance subject to a maximum of ₹1,68,000 for NER groups
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicable to all spice-growing States, regions and Union Territories of India
- Open to grower groups, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and farmer groups involved in organic spice cultivation
- Preference given to groups producing organic spices
- Additional preference to groups where more than 50% of farmers cultivate organic spices
- An Internal Control System can receive assistance a maximum of three times during the 2021‑22 to 2025‑26 block period
- Spices Board India reserves the right to conduct checks at any stage before or after assistance
Documents required
- Tariff of the Certification Body (CB) and estimation for certification
- Invoice/payment advice from CB
- Documents on payments effected such as bills/receipts etc.
- Copy of Scope certificate with annexures
- Approved farmers list of the CB
- Cost for organizing the ICS for the season with statement certified by the ICS Manager & countersigned by the Mandator or the competent person as the case may be with proof on expenditure such as bills, vouchers etc.
How to apply
- 1Visit the ServicesPlus website and complete the registration process by providing your name, email, mobile number, password, state and verifying the OTP.
- 2Log in to ServicesPlus using your registered email ID and password.
- 3Select the “Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices: Organic Farming – Internal Control System (ICS)” service from the list.
- 4Fill in the required details in the application form and attach the prescribed documents.
- 5Submit the application and retain the acknowledgment for future reference.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the Internal Control System (ICS) assistance scheme?+
The scheme aims to support grower groups and Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in establishing grower group certification systems for organic spices. It helps farmers with group formation, organic regulations, certification procedures, training, documentation, internal inspection, and aggregation of produce.
Which organization implements this scheme?+
The scheme is implemented by Spices Board India under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Who is eligible to apply under the scheme?+
Grower groups, farmer groups, and FPOs involved in organic spice cultivation are eligible to apply under the scheme.
In which areas is the scheme applicable?+
The scheme is applicable in all spice-growing States, regions, and Union Territories (UTs) of India.
How many times can an ICS receive assistance?+
An ICS is eligible for assistance a maximum of three times during the five-year block period from 2021–22 to 2025–26, either consecutively or in a staggered manner, subject to fund availability.
Is the assistance automatic every year?+
No. Assistance is subject to eligibility, submission of required documents, and availability of funds under the scheme component.
Which groups receive preference under the scheme?+
Preference is given first to groups producing organic spices.
What documents are required for application?+
a) Tariff of the Certification Body (CB) and estimation for certification b) Invoice/payment advice from CB c) Documents on payments effected such as bills/receipts etc. d) Copy of Scope certificate with annexures e) Approved farmers list of the CB f) Cost for organizing the ICS for the season with statement certified by the ICS Manager & countersigned by the Mandator or the competent person as the case may be with proof on expenditure such as bills, vouchers etc.
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