Government Schemes for Farmers 2025

Income support, crop insurance, credit, irrigation, and market access schemes from the Central Government and state agriculture departments.

100+
Agriculture Schemes
11 Cr+
PM-KISAN Beneficiaries
₹6,000
Annual Income Support

Overview

India's government operates over 100 schemes specifically for farmers and agricultural workers — including income support through PM-KISAN, crop insurance through PMFBY, credit at subsidised rates through Kisan Credit Card, irrigation coverage through PMKSY, and market infrastructure through e-NAM. This page consolidates all major farmer welfare schemes from central ministries and key state programmes to help you identify what you are entitled to and how to access it.

Available Schemes (10+)

PM Kisan Samman Nidhi

PM Kisan Samman Nidhi is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare. It provides direct cash support to small and marginal farmers across India to help with their farming needs. Every eligible farmer receives ₹6,000 per year, paid directly into their bank account in three equal payments.

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers WelfareAgriculture

Scheme for the Welfare of Schedule Caste Families in Fisheries Sector: Subsidy on 2nd Year to 5th Year Lease Money

The objective of the scheme is to provide full-time employment to individuals from Scheduled Caste families in the fisheries sector and uplift their economic status by promoting fish farming through financial assistance for leasing Panchayati ponds or watershed areas.

Agriculture

PMMSY: Live Fish Vending Centres Scheme - Haryana

The scheme aims to support fishers by providing financial assistance for live fish vending centers. A subsidy per unit is provided under PMMSY.

Agriculture

PMMSY: Insulated Vehicles - Haryana

The scheme aims to provide a subsidy per unit for purchasing insulated vehicles for the beneficiaries to promote cold-chain logistics in fish transportation.

Agriculture

PMMSY: Ice Plant/Cold Store of minimum 10-ton capacity Haryana

The subsidy for 10-ton capacity ice plant/cold storage units under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) supports the establishment of ice plants or cold storage facilities with a minimum capacity of 10 tons to improve fish preservation and cold chain infrastructure in Haryana.

Agriculture

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana: Medium Fish Feed Mill of Production Capacity of 8 Ton/Day

The scheme aims to promote fish feed self-sufficiency and affordability among fish farmers. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided for setting up medium-sized fish feed mills with a production capacity of 8 tons per day, benefiting entrepreneurs and fish farmers.

Agriculture

PMMSY: Establishment of small RAS /Biofloc culture system - Haryana

The scheme provides capital assistance for setting up small-scale Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS) and Biofloc culture systems to promote high-yield, sustainable fish farming.

Agriculture

Goat Valley Scheme

The objective of the scheme is to establish Goat Valleys as clusters for organized goat rearing, promote youth self-employment, transform traditional goat rearing into profit-oriented enterprises, and organize the sector to enhance year-round livelihood opportunities for farmers.

Agriculture

Chief Minister State Livestock Mission: Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme

The scheme aims to promote self-employment at the local level by offering interest subsidies on bank loans for setting up various livestock units. Under this scheme, residents of Uttarakhand are eligible for a 90% interest subsidy on loans taken for the purchase of livestock.

Agriculture

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-yojana (PM-MKSSY): COMPONENT 1B: One-Time Incentive for the Adoption of Aquaculture Insurance

The Component 1B of PM-MKSSY provides a one-time incentive to eligible applicants who have availed institutional credit for fisheries-related activities. The objective is to encourage formal credit adoption and support the repayment capacity of fisheries microenterprises.

Ministry of Fisheries,Animal Husbandry and DairyingAgriculture

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PM-KISAN and how do I register?
PM-KISAN (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi) provides ₹6,000 per year in three instalments of ₹2,000 directly to the bank accounts of eligible small and marginal farmers. To register, visit the official portal pmkisan.gov.in, click 'New Farmer Registration', enter your Aadhaar and mobile number, and complete the form. Registration is also available at Common Service Centres (CSCs).
How does Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) protect crop loss?
PMFBY is a crop insurance scheme where farmers pay a premium of just 1.5%-2% for Rabi/Kharif food crops and 5% for commercial/horticultural crops. The government pays the rest. In case of natural calamities, pests, or disease, eligible losses are compensated. Register through banks, agricultural cooperatives, or directly at pmfby.gov.in.
What is the Kisan Credit Card scheme?
The Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme provides farmers with revolving credit up to ₹3 lakh at an interest rate of 4-7% (with government subsidy) for crop production, allied activities, and consumption. Apply at any bank or regional rural bank with land records, identity proof, and an application form.
Are there schemes for organic farming?
Yes — Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) promotes organic farming in cluster mode with financial assistance of ₹50,000 per hectare over 3 years. The National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) also supports soil health, water conservation, and climate-resilient farming practices.
Can tenant farmers and landless labourers access farming schemes?
Some schemes like PM-KISAN require land ownership, but many schemes are open to tenant farmers and agricultural labourers — including Kisan Credit Card (extended to allied activities), MGNREGA (150 days guaranteed employment), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (life insurance), and state-level schemes. Always check state government portals for specific eligibility.
What is e-NAM and how does it help farmers get better prices?
e-NAM (National Agriculture Market) is an online trading portal that connects farmers, traders, and buyers across 1,000+ mandis in India. By uploading produce details and entering e-auctions, farmers can access competitive prices from buyers across states without depending solely on local traders. Register at enam.gov.in.