What Is the CM Punjab Green Tractor Scheme?
The Green Tractor Scheme is one of the largest agricultural support programs run by the Punjab Agriculture Department. It provides subsidized tractors to eligible farmers so they can modernize farming without paying the full market price. Under recent phases, farmers can receive subsidies ranging from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh per tractor, depending on the HP category and government budget for that phase.
The scheme targets small and medium landowners who genuinely need mechanization but cannot afford a new tractor at full price. Phase III introduced digital balloting through the official GTS portal, making the process more transparent than earlier manual lists.
Who Can Apply?
- Permanent resident of Punjab with a valid CNIC
- Verified agricultural land registered in your name in PLRA or revenue records
- Minimum 5 acres for Green Tractor (50–65 HP) and 7 acres for Hi-Power Tractor
- Land must be located within Punjab — not in another province
- You must not have already received Green Tractor Phase I/II or Wheat Incentive benefits
- Kissan Card defaulters are generally disqualified until outstanding dues are cleared
Required Documents
- Original CNIC (and copy)
- PLRA land record printout or Fard showing ownership and acreage
- Mobile number registered on your CNIC (for OTP verification)
- Recent passport-size photograph (as required on portal)
- Bank account details for subsidy disbursement (phase-specific)
- Affidavit that you have not previously benefited from the scheme (if asked)
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Check eligibility — Use our free tool above to confirm basic criteria before applying.
- Visit the official portal — Go to gts.punjab.gov.pk when registration opens for your district.
- Register with CNIC — Enter your CNIC, mobile number, and land details exactly as they appear in PLRA records.
- Select tractor category — Choose Green Tractor or Hi-Power based on your land size.
- Submit application — Upload documents and submit before the deadline.
- Balloting — If applications exceed quota, a computerized draw is held district-wise.
- Verification — Winners undergo field verification of land and CNIC.
- Tractor delivery — Approved farmers receive the tractor through authorized dealers with subsidy applied.
What Happens After Balloting?
If your name appears in the balloting result, the Agriculture Department verifies your land record, CNIC, and any outstanding dues on linked schemes like Kissan Card. Verification usually takes 2–4 weeks. After approval, you are directed to an authorized tractor dealer where the government subsidy is deducted from the invoice. You pay only the remaining amount.
If you are not selected, you can apply again in the next phase when announced. There is no fee to apply — anyone asking for money to "guarantee" selection is running a scam.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying with land that is not mapped correctly in PLRA — always verify your record first
- Using a mobile number not registered on your CNIC
- Applying when you are a Kissan Card defaulter without clearing dues first
- Paying agents who promise guaranteed approval — the balloting is computerized
- Entering wrong acreage that does not match revenue records
Frequently Asked Questions — Green Tractor
Can I apply for both Green Tractor and Kissan Card? Yes, if you meet criteria for both. However, being a defaulter on one may block the other.
How long does approval take? After balloting, verification and delivery can take 4–8 weeks depending on your district.
What if my PLRA record shows wrong acreage? Visit your local patwari or PLRA office to correct the record before applying.
Is there an application fee? No. The entire process on the official portal is free.
Can tenants (batai-dar) apply? Generally no — the scheme requires land ownership in your name.
Scheme Updates
Green Tractor Phase III was announced with expanded quotas and digital balloting. Criteria such as minimum acreage and subsidy amount may change between phases. Always verify the latest announcement on Agriculture Punjab before applying.
Also read: Kissan Card eligibility guide and our latest blog articles for scheme updates.