ActiveCentral SchemeEst. 2016
Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
Comprehensive agricultural crop insurance covering yield loss from pre-sowing to post-harvest perils at ultra-low farmer premiums of 1.5% to 2%.
Verified: 2026-10-12
DetailsSTATUTORY GLOSSARY TERM
Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
The national crop insurance scheme providing comprehensive risk cover against non-preventable natural perils from pre-sowing to post-harvest losses, with capped actuarial farmer premiums.
Administrative Context & Legal Basis
Protects agrarian households against crop failure due to droughts, floods, pests, or unseasonal weather. Compulsory enrollment for loanee farmers has been made voluntary; claims are settled directly into Aadhaar-linked accounts.
Governing Authority / MinistryDepartment of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Required Documentary EvidencePMFBY Insurance Policy Certificate / Sowing Certificate from Patwari
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and why is it required for government schemes?▾
The national crop insurance scheme providing comprehensive risk cover against non-preventable natural perils from pre-sowing to post-harvest losses, with capped actuarial farmer premiums. Protects agrarian households against crop failure due to droughts, floods, pests, or unseasonal weather. Compulsory enrollment for loanee farmers has been made voluntary; claims are settled directly into Aadhaar-linked accounts.
What document proves Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) status for welfare scheme eligibility?▾
PMFBY Insurance Policy Certificate / Sowing Certificate from Patwari
Which government schemes require PMFBY as an eligibility condition?▾
Schemes that explicitly reference PMFBY as an eligibility criterion include: Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), Maharashtra Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Fruit Crop Insurance Scheme, Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana Gujarat, Meri Fasal Mera Byora (MFMB) Haryana Farmer Procurement Portal, Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Kisan Rahat Yojana (JMKRY). Browse the complete list on this page, or use the Eligibility Checker at eligohub.in/eligibility-checker/ to find all matching programs.
ℹ️Statutory Guidance on Citizen Documentation
Definitions and criteria referenced here reflect statutory guidelines issued by the respective Union Ministry or State Authority. When presenting documentation for welfare scheme verification, ensure that physical certificates or DigiLocker digital credentials carry verifiable QR codes, official department seals, or digital signatures. Consult your local Tehsildar or District Magistrate's office for state-specific issuance circulars.
Schemes Referencing This Qualification
Programs where PMFBY status is a listed eligibility condition or documentation requirement.
ActiveState SchemeEst. 2023
Maharashtra Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Fruit Crop Insurance Scheme
Weather-based crop insurance coverage for 9 commercial fruit crops with farmer insurance premium capped at just ₹1 provided through direct benefit transfer.
Verified: 2026-09-24
DetailsActiveState SchemeEst. 2020
Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana Gujarat
100% premium-free crop disaster compensation covering drought, excess rain, and flood damages up to ₹25,000/ha for all Gujarat farmers.
Verified: 2026-09-26
DetailsActiveState SchemeEst. 2019
Meri Fasal Mera Byora (MFMB) Haryana Farmer Procurement Portal
Digital crop registration portal ensuring guaranteed MSP procurement, direct bank payment, and weather compensation available across districts in Haryana.
Verified: 2026-09-26
DetailsActiveState SchemeEst. 2021
Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Kisan Rahat Yojana (JMKRY)
Direct compensation of ₹3,000 to ₹4,000 per acre for crop damage caused by drought, flood, or unseasonal rain available across districts in Jharkhand.
Verified: 2026-09-26
DetailsActiveState SchemeEst. 2020
Sheti Shetkar Adhar Yojana Goa (Agricultural Input & Mechanization Incentive)
50% to 75% subsidy on agricultural machinery hire, custom hiring centres, and organic soil inputs for Goan farmers provided through direct benefit transfer.
Verified: 2026-09-26
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