Krishak Bandhu Scheme
✓ Information verified — June 2026The scheme aims to provide financial security to farmers through direct income support and death/disability benefits. It benefits small and marginal farmers with annual assistance of ₹5,000/- per acre and a one-time payout of ₹2,00,000/- in case of death.
What You Get
- Annual financial assistance of ₹5,000 per acre to eligible farmers
- One-time death benefit of ₹2,00,000 in case of farmer's death
- Disability support benefit of ₹2,00,000 in case of permanent disability
- Direct income support to improve financial stability of farming families
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Residence: West Bengal residents only
- Must be a resident of West Bengal
- Must be a small or marginal farmer
- Must own or cultivate agricultural land
- Must have a valid Aadhaar Card and bank account
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Land ownership certificate
- 3. Bank passbook
- 4. Agricultural land records
- 5. Income certificate
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- West Bengal
- Category
- Agriculture
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
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