How to Apply for Small/Marginal Farmer Certificate Online Easily!!
Service Code: REV-117 | Department Charges: ₹0 | Service Charge: ₹60
Purpose:
The Small/Marginal Farmer Certificate certifies an individual’s status as a small or marginal farmer based on land ownership. It is essential for:
- Availing agricultural subsidies and government schemes
- Accessing crop insurance and loan benefits
- Participating in farmer welfare programs
- Obtaining agricultural input subsidies
- Eligibility for various agricultural development schemes
Required Documents:
- Recent passport-size photo (Max 50 KB)
- Ration Card or Address Proof
- Aadhaar Card
- Self-Declaration Form (download from portal)
- Land Ownership Proof Documents:
- Chitta (Land revenue record)
- Adangal (Cultivation record)
- Encumbrance Certificate
- Registered Sale Deeds of lands
- Any other supporting documents
Special Requirements:
- Applicant must have a valid Citizen Access Number (CAN)
- Provide comprehensive land details
- Total land area automatically calculated by the system
- Certification based on landholding size as per government norms
Application Process:
1. Get CAN (Citizen Access Number)
- Visit: https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in
- Register using Aadhaar & OTP to get your permanent CAN
2. Apply for Small/Marginal Farmer Certificate
- Log in with your CAN
- Go to: Services - Revenue Department - REV-117 Small/Marginal Farmer Certificate
3. Fill Application Form
- Personal details auto-filled from CAN
- Enter land details (District, Taluk, Village, Land Type, Survey No., Patta No., Land Area, Land Value, Share %)
- Click Add for each land parcel
- System calculates Total Land Area automatically
4. Upload Documents
- Attach Photo, Ration/Aadhaar, Chitta, Adangal, Encumbrance Certificate, Self-Declaration
5. Pay Online
- Pay the service charge of ₹60
6. Download Acknowledgement
- Save or print receipt for tracking
Alternative Method (CSC Centre – Recommended):
- Visit nearest eSevai / CSC Centre
- Operators assist with CAN registration, land details, document scanning, and payment
- Pay the same ₹60 service charge
After Application:
- Track status using Application Number under ‘Check Status’
- Application verified by VAO/Revenue authorities
- Download digitally signed certificate after approval
- Certificate confirms small/marginal farmer status
- CSC operator delivers printed certificate
Important Notes:
- Ensure all land details are accurate and supported by documents
- Chitta, A Adangal, Encumbrance Certificates are crucial
- Self-Declaration form is mandatory
- Applications can be saved as draft and completed later
- Photo max 50 KB, documents max 200 KB
- Supported formats: PDF, JPEG, JPG, PNG
- Certificate is digitally signed and verified online
Apply Online: https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in
For Assistance: Visit nearest eSevai / CSC Centre
This guide is based on the Tamil Nadu e-District User Manual (REV-117). Government of Tamil Nadu, 2016.
