The Green Tractor Scheme was officially launched in February 2025, offering 10,000 tractors in its first phase. Due to high demand and successful implementation, the government launched Phase II in August 2025, expanding the offering to 20,000 tractors, including both small and large models.
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This digital and transparent initiative allows eligible farmers to apply online for a heavily subsidized tractor, significantly reducing their reliance on rented machinery and improving efficiency on their farms.
📋 Key Features of the Green Tractor Scheme
- Scheme Name: Green Tractor Scheme 2025
- Announced By: Punjab Government (CM Maryam Nawaz)
- Phase I Launch: February 2025
- Phase II Launch: August 2025
- Total Tractors in Phase II: 20,000 (10,000 small + 10,000 large)
- Subsidy for Small Tractors (50–65 HP): 50% (Up to Rs. 500,000)
- Subsidy for Large Tractors (75–125 HP): 30–40% (Up to Rs. 1,000,000)
- Application Mode: Online & Manual (for non-computerized mouzas)
- Allotment Method: Digital balloting by Punjab IT Board
- Deadline to Apply: 1 September 2025
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To ensure that only genuine farmers benefit from the scheme, the Punjab Government has defined clear eligibility rules:
- Must be a Pakistani citizen with a valid CNIC
- Owns 2 to 50 acres of agricultural land (with priority for those owning less than 12 acres in small tractor phase)
- For Phase II (Large Tractors): Minimum 7 acres of land required
- Must not be a defaulter of any bank or government loan
- Only one tractor per family is allowed
- Tenant farmers are eligible with valid tenancy agreements
- Must be registered with a Kissan Card
📑 Required Documents for Application
Ensure you have the following documents ready before applying:
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- Land ownership record (Fard/Passbook) or valid tenancy agreement
- Passport-sized photograph
- Mobile number (registered with CNIC)
- Bank account details (for subsidy verification)
🛠 Step-by-Step Guide – How to Apply Online
Here’s how farmers can apply for the Green Tractor Scheme 2025:
- Visit the Punjab Agriculture Department official portal.
- Click on “Green Tractor Scheme 2025 – Apply Online”.
- Fill in personal information (Name, CNIC, Contact details).
- Enter land ownership or tenancy details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents.
- Submit the form and save your tracking ID for application updates.
For farmers from non-computerized mouzas, a manual application form can be submitted at the nearest Agriculture Extension Office.
🚜 Tractor Distribution – Phase II
The second phase specifically focuses on larger tractors (75–125 HP), both local and imported.
- Total Large Tractors in Phase II: 9,500
- Subsidy Offered: Rs. 1 million per tractor
- Eligibility: Minimum 7 acres of agricultural land
- Selection Process: Transparent digital balloting system
✔️ Local Tractor Brands:
- Millat Tractors Ltd. (Massey Ferguson)
- Al-Ghazi Tractors Ltd. (New Holland)
- Buraq Tractors
- Pak Tractors
- GM Belarus Tractor Company
✔️ Imported Tractor Brands:
- YTO
- Zoomlion
- Belarus
- Agri Master
- Lovol
- Gold Dafeng
Applicants can choose their preferred brand and model during the application process.
🌟 Key Benefits of the Green Tractor Scheme 2025
- Significant cost reduction in acquiring farming machinery
- Fuel-efficient and modern tractors improve agricultural efficiency
- Empowers small and medium farmers with ownership of farm equipment
- Boosts crop yield and supports food security
- Transparent, fair distribution via digital balloting
- Reduces rural poverty and encourages sustainable farming practices
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 14 August 2025
- Application Deadline: 1 September 2025
Farmers are encouraged to apply early to avoid delays due to high traffic on the portal near the deadline.
📌 What’s Coming Next?
Farmers looking for small tractors (50–65 HP) should wait for the next phase, which will specifically cater to their needs. Additional Kissan Card subsidies and new tractor models are expected to be included in future rollouts.
🧑🌾 Final Thoughts
The Green Tractor Scheme 2025 is a transformative step for Punjab’s agricultural sector. By offering high-quality tractors at subsidized rates, the government is helping thousands of farmers enhance their productivity, reduce costs, and achieve greater financial independence. Whether you’re a landowner or a tenant farmer, now is the time to take advantage of this historic opportunity.
FAQs
What is the Green Tractor Scheme 2025?
The Green Tractor Scheme is an initiative by the Punjab Government to provide tractors at subsidized rates to farmers in order to reduce farming costs and increase agricultural productivity.
Who is eligible to apply?
Farmers who own between 2 to 50 acres of agricultural land in Punjab are eligible. In Phase II, only farmers with 7 acres or more are eligible. Tenant farmers can also apply with a valid tenancy agreement.
How much subsidy is offered?
Small Tractors (50–65 HP): 50% subsidy (up to Rs. 500,000)
Large Tractors (75–125 HP): 30–40% subsidy (up to Rs. 1,000,000)