Technology Mission on Cotton (TMC) — Eligibility, Documents & Apply 2026 | Sarkaari Saathi

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Technology Mission on Cotton (TMC)

कपास पर प्रौद्योगिकी मिशन

Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperation

iAbout This Scheme

Launched in 2000-01 (following earlier mini-missions from the 1990s), the Technology Mission on Cotton aimed to increase cotton production, improve quality, and strengthen the cotton value chain through four mini-missions covering research and development, transfer of technology, market infrastructure, and processing. TMC supported HYV and Bt cotton seed development and improved ginning facilities. It was restructured under the National Food Security Mission (Commercial Crops) framework.

🎁Key Benefits

Development and distribution of improved cotton seed varieties
Demonstration of integrated pest management for cotton
Modernisation of cotton ginning and pressing factories
Market intelligence and price information to cotton farmers

✅Eligibility Criteria

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Scheme restructured — historical archive of original TMC

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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 It has been superseded by newer programmes.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 Mission on Cotton (TMC)

iAbout This Scheme

🎁Key Benefits

✅Eligibility Criteria

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Required Documents

Required Documents

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