Technology Development and Demonstration Programme (TDDP) — Eligibility, Documents & Apply 2026 | Sarkaari Saathi

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Technology Development and Demonstration Programme (TDDP)

प्रौद्योगिकी विकास एवं प्रदर्शन कार्यक्रम

Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperation

iAbout This Scheme

Launched in 1987 to bridge the gap between laboratory research and field application in agriculture and rural industries, the TDDP funded frontline demonstrations of new technologies in crop production, post-harvest management, and agro-processing. It worked through ICAR institutes and KVKs (Krishi Vigyan Kendras) to demonstrate technologies directly on farmers' fields. The programme was subsumed into the broader National Agricultural Technology Project (NATP) from 1999.

🎁Key Benefits

Frontline demonstrations of improved crop production technologies
Farm trials of new seed varieties on farmers' fields
Post-harvest technology demonstrations
Training of farmers through Krishi Vigyan Kendras

✅Eligibility Criteria

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Scheme discontinued — historical archive only

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📝How to Apply

Historical Scheme — No Active Application

This scheme has been discontinued. It has been superseded by newer programmes. Visit the successor scheme page or contact your district collector for current alternatives.

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for farmer schemes?

Most farmer schemes are open to small and marginal farmers owning cultivable land up to 2 hectares. Specific schemes may have additional criteria. Aadhaar linkage with bank account is mandatory for DBT schemes.

How is the money transferred in DBT schemes?

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) sends money directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account, eliminating middlemen and ensuring timely delivery of financial assistance.

What documents are needed for farmer scheme registration?

Generally: Aadhaar card, land ownership documents (Khatauni/Khasra), bank passbook, mobile number linked to Aadhaar, and passport-size photograph.

Can tenant farmers apply for PM-Kisan?

No, PM-Kisan is only for landholder farmer families. Tenant farmers or sharecroppers do not qualify for PM-Kisan but may be eligible for other schemes like Fasal Bima.

Required Documents

This is a historical/discontinued scheme — no active application required
For research reference: consult Planning Commission archives or National Archives of India
Scheme records available at archive.india.gov.in

Editorial note: This page is researched, written, and regularly reviewed by the Aditya Raj Hirve using official government sources and notifications. Information is verified against the originating ministry or department portal before publication. Last reviewed: July 2026.

Always verify critical details directly from the official government portal before applying.

Technology Development and Demonstration Programme (TDDP)

iAbout This Scheme

🎁Key Benefits

✅Eligibility Criteria

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Required Documents

Required Documents

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