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Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard Afforestation)

Planting fruit orchards on uncultivated fallow land with 3 years of guaranteed MGNREGA wages and fruit yields available across districts in Jharkhand.

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Official Nodal Portal:nrega.jharkhand.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–75 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Jharkhand
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Jharkhand
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Transforms barren uplands into productive perennial fruit orchards (mango, guava, lemon). Rural families receive free fruit saplings and organic inputs for 1 acre of land, plus 100 days of guaranteed annual MGNREGA wages per year for 3 consecutive years for pit digging, weeding, and watering, generating ₹50,000+ annual fruit income.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹400 Crore MGNREGA convergence afforestation budget

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 1.1 Lakh acres of barren upland converted into thriving fruit orchards

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 75 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:farmer, tribal landholder, orchard cultivator
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:st, sc, all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Rural families in Jharkhand holding uncultivated or barren land (0.5 to 1 acre) with valid MGNREGA Job Card.

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Required Documents Checklist

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Easy to Access (1/10)
•100% digital online application process
•2 mandatory document required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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    Farmer submits land details to Gram Panchayat under MGNREGA annual work plan.

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    Block Programme Officer (BPO) approves orchard scheme on fallow plot.

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    Saplings supplied by Forest/Horticulture department; wages paid weekly via DBT.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Non-possession of fallow upland plot or refusal to perform manual plantation maintenance.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Which fruit trees are planted under BHGY?

High-yielding hybrid mango (Amrapali, Mallika), guava, and lemon trees.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How long do families receive maintenance wages?

For 3 years until the fruit trees mature and start commercial yield.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard Afforestation)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard Afforestation). Age: min 18 max 75 years. Conditions: Rural families in Jharkhand holding uncultivated or barren land (0.5 to 1 acre) with valid MGNREGA Job Card..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What are the key benefits provided under Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard Afforestation)?

Under official guidelines for Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard Afforestation), beneficiaries are entitled to: Transforms barren uplands into productive perennial fruit orchards (mango, guava, lemon). Rural families receive free fruit saplings and organic inputs for 1 acre of land, plus 100 days of guaranteed annual MGNREGA wages per year for 3 consecutive years for pit digging, weeding, and watering, genera...

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard Afforestation) application status?

Application status for Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard Afforestation) can typically be tracked through the official portal at nrega.jharkhand.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard Afforestation) payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard Afforestation) benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Non-possession of fallow upland plot or refusal to perform manual plantation maintenance.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id327Official Source ↗
2026-10-06short_descriptionPlanting fruit orchards on uncultivated fallow land with 3 years of guaranteed MGNREGA wages and fruit yields available across districts in Jharkhand.Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard Afforestation) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Pre-monsoon planning and plantation drives (April to July each year)

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (95%)

Verified 23d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

Apply online with minimal documents

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 1.1 Lakh acres of barren upland converted into thriving fruit orchards (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹400 Crore MGNREGA convergence afforestation budget budget allocation
📅Running since 2020
🔄4 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

327

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06short_description

Planting fruit orchards on uncultivated fallow land with 3 years of guaranteed M...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Birsa Harit Gram Yojana (BHGY) Jharkhand (Fruit Orchard...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Rural Development Department (MGNREGA Wing), Jharkhand

FFP Building, Dhurwa, Ranchi, Jharkhand 834004

Helpline: 0651-2400236

Jurisdiction: State (Jharkhand)

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