Financial support and subsidies for farmers
The Government of India and Maharashtra state offer various schemes to support farmers. Below are the key programs with application details.
Scheme Name | Benefits | Link |
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National Food Security Mission | Subsidy on seeds, fertilizers, and crop protection | nfsm.gov.in |
PM Krishi Sinchai Yojana | Micro-irrigation subsidy (up to 55% for small farmers) | pmksy.gov.in |
National Scheduled Tribes Finance Corp | Low-interest loans for tribal farmers | nstfdc.gov.in |
Kisan Credit Card | Credit up to ₹3 lakh at 4% interest | nabard.org |
Collect required documents: Aadhaar card, land records (7/12 extract), bank account details, ration card, passport photo
Go to nearest Common Service Center (CSC), Agriculture Office, or Gram Panchayat Office
Fill application form with help of operator if needed. Submit with photocopies of documents
Check application status after 15 days on respective scheme portal using registration number
1800-115-526
(9AM-6PM, Mon-Sat)
1800-120-8046
(24x7)
District Agriculture Office, Collectorate Campus
10AM-5PM (Govt working days)