AI SummaryBasic Agriculture Training Centre Scheme gives short-term vocational training to rural educated unemployed youth in Meghalaya so they can start farm-based work with better skills. Participants get free training in agriculture and allied sectors, a monthly stipend, and seed money to begin their own farm venture.
The scheme is a State Plan scheme of the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, and fresh batches have been taken in since it began on 1 April 2013. The department keeps inviting applications for new training batches through the Basic Agricultural Training Centre (BATC) at 6th Mile, Upper Shillong, including the TREYSEFA programme for 2025-26.
Basic Agriculture Training Centre Scheme - Introduction
This training centre scheme focuses on educated unemployed young people living in rural Meghalaya who want to earn from farming. The training covers agriculture and related sectors and helps build entrepreneurship skills, so trainees can generate their own employment instead of waiting for a job.
Trainees receive free short-term training under the scheme. Along with the course, eligible candidates get a monthly stipend of ₹500 during training and a one-time seed money grant of ₹10,000 to set up their farm venture. Candidates who own or hold leased agricultural land get preference, because they can put the training to use right away on their own field. Farmers looking for regular refresher training can also check the Integrated Agriculture Training Centre Scheme in Meghalaya.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Basic Agriculture Training Centre Scheme |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Meghalaya |
| Category | Agriculture, Rural and Environment |
| Benefit Type | Composite (training and cash support) |
| Nodal Department | Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of Meghalaya |
| Implementing Agency | Basic Agricultural Training Centre (BATC), Upper Shillong |
| Introduced On | 1 April 2013 |
| Application Mode | Offline (plain paper) |
| Official Website | megagriculture.gov.in |
Benefits
Benefits come in two parts: skill training and cash support. The training is free, so selected candidates do not pay any course fee. During the training period they get a monthly stipend, and after completing the course they receive seed money to start a farm-based business.
| Benefit | Amount / Details |
|---|---|
| Free vocational training | No course fee |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹500 |
| Seed Money | ₹10,000 |
| Training Area | Agriculture and allied sectors |
Eligibility
Eligibility is open to educated unemployed youth of Meghalaya. Check the full list below before applying.
- Permanent resident of Meghalaya. A residential certificate issued by a competent authority is needed as proof.
- Educated unemployed youth from a rural area who wants to earn from farming.
- Class 10 (SSLC) pass. The passing certificate has to be submitted with the application.
- Genuine interest in starting farm-based activities or agri-business.
- Ownership or legal lease of agricultural land, so the training can be used on a real farm.
Application Process
Application is offline and is done on plain paper. Follow the steps given below.
STEP 1 - Draft a written application on a plain sheet of paper expressing interest in joining the training. Mention your name, village, education details and the farm activity you want to take up.
STEP 2 - Collect all required documents and get them self-attested before submission.
STEP 3 - Submit the complete application package to the Office of the Principal, Basic Agricultural Training Centre (BATC), 6th Mile, Upper Shillong, or hand it to the nearest Agriculture Development Officer of your Community Development Block or Agriculture Circle.
STEP 4 - Wait for the selection process. As per the department, candidates are selected on a first come first serve basis, and those with agricultural land are preferred.
For any help, contact the District Agriculture Officer of your district, the Sub Divisional Agricultural Officer, or the District Training Officer in Tura or Shillong.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready and self-attested while applying.
- Residential certificate issued by a competent authority.
- SSLC (Class 10) passing certificate.
- ST/SC certificate, if applicable.
- Valid birth certificate and EPIC.
- Copy of the first page of an active bank savings account passbook.
- Two passport size photos and one stamp size photo.
- Land ownership or lease documents.
- Medical fitness certificate from the local PHC or CHC.
- Unemployment certificate, if available.
If you do not have an official unemployment certificate, include this status in a recommendation letter from your District Level Agriculture Officer or provide self-certification endorsed by a Gazetted Officer. For non-farm agri-business applications, land documents are not required.
References
Official links for the scheme and the latest application details are given below.
Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Meghalaya
Frequently Asked Questions PDF
BATC Application Advertisement PDF
BATC Female Candidate Application Advertisement PDF
FAQ's
What is the primary objective of this scheme?
The main aim is to give free short-term vocational training to educated unemployed rural youth so they can build entrepreneurship skills and find work in agriculture.
Which department runs this scheme?
The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, runs it through the Basic Agricultural Training Centre at Upper Shillong.
Who can apply?
Youth who are permanent residents of Meghalaya, have passed Class 10, and are interested in farm-based or agri-business activities can apply.
What financial support is given?
Selected candidates get a monthly stipend of ₹500 during training and a one-time seed money grant of ₹10,000 to start their farm business.
How are trainees selected?
Selection is done on a first come first serve basis. Candidates who own or lease agricultural land are preferred.
How to apply?
Submit a written application on plain paper to the Principal of the Basic Agricultural Training Centre or to the nearest Agriculture Development Officer.