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Karnataka Krishi Yanthradhare Scheme (Custom Hiring Farm Machinery Centres)

Subsidized rental access to high-end farm machinery at 30% to 50% below commercial market rates across all hoblis available across districts in Karnataka.

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Official Nodal Portal:raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Min age 18 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Karnataka
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Agriculture, Government of Karnataka
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Establishes high-capacity Custom Hiring Service Centres (CHSCs) operated in public-private partnership (with SKDRDP and private agri-machinery partners) across all hoblis in Karnataka: enables small and marginal farmers to rent high-end agricultural equipment (45-60 HP tractors, combine harvesters, paddy transplanters, laser land levellers, power weeders) at pre-fixed, government-subsidized hourly rental rates that are 30% to 50% cheaper than open commercial market rates.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹120 Crore annual state operating and machinery modernization budget

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Servicing over 24 Lakh small and marginal farmer holdings annually across Karnataka

As of: 2026-01-31PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:Minimum 18 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:farmer, small farmer, marginal farmer, tenant cultivator, paddy grower
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Any farmer cultivating agricultural land in Karnataka needing mechanized implements.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Karnataka Krishi Yanthradhare Scheme (Custom Hiring Farm Machinery Centres). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(1)

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Supporting / Optional Documents(1)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

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

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•1 mandatory document required

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

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route
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  1. 1

    Farmer downloads Krishi Yanthradhare Mobile App or calls local hobli centre.

  2. 2

    Select required farm equipment (tractor, harvester, rotavator, or tiller) and date of operation.

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    System books equipment and dispatches machinery with trained operator to farmer field.

  4. 4

    Farmer pays subsidized hourly rental fees against official digital cash receipt.

  5. 5

    Operations monitored via GPS telematics mounted on all machinery.

✅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-applicable; universal service for all farming households.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

How much cheaper is hiring machinery through Krishi Yanthradhare?

Rental rates are 30% to 50% lower than prevailing open-market commercial contractor charges in the village.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can paddy farmers hire mechanical transplanters and harvesters?

Yes, specialized 8-row paddy transplanters and tracked combine harvesters for wet paddy fields are available at all coastal and canal-irrigated centres.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who maintains the machines and provides fuel and operators?

The custom hiring service centre provides trained drivers, maintenance, and fuel; the farmer pays only the fixed hourly rental fee.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Karnataka Krishi Yanthradhare Scheme (Custom Hiring Farm Machinery Centres)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Karnataka Krishi Yanthradhare Scheme (Custom Hiring Farm Machinery Centres). Age: min 18 years. Conditions: Any farmer cultivating agricultural land in Karnataka needing mechanized implements..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Karnataka Krishi Yanthradhare Scheme (Custom Hiring Farm Machinery Centres) application status?

Application status for Karnataka Krishi Yanthradhare Scheme (Custom Hiring Farm Machinery Centres) can typically be tracked through the official portal at raitamitra.karnataka.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 Karnataka Krishi Yanthradhare Scheme (Custom Hiring Farm Machinery Centres) 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 Karnataka Krishi Yanthradhare Scheme (Custom Hiring Farm Machinery Centres) 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-applicable; universal service for all farming households.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06short_descriptionSubsidized rental access to high-end farm machinery at 30% to 50% below commercial market rates across all hoblis available across districts in Karnataka.Official Source ↗
2026-09-24initial_verificationBaseline verification of Karnataka Krishi Yanthradhare Scheme (Custom Hiring Farm Machinery Centres) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous service available year-round across all 745 hobli centres in Karnataka

Scheme Intelligence

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

Verified 25d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🖥Apply Online
Scale & Impact
👥Servicing over 24 Lakh small and marginal farmer holdings annually across Karnataka (as of 2026-01-31)
₹₹120 Crore annual state operating and machinery modernization budget budget allocation
📅Running since 2014
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06short_description

Subsidized rental access to high-end farm machinery at 30% to 50% below commerci...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-24initial_verification

Baseline verification of Karnataka Krishi Yanthradhare Scheme (Custom Hiring Far...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Department of Agriculture, Farm Mechanization Wing

Sheshadri Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001

Helpline: 080-22212836

Jurisdiction: State (Karnataka)

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