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Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana Maharashtra

Annual financial top-up assistance of ₹6,000 for landholder farmers in Maharashtra, providing ₹12,000 total annual support in convergence with PM-KISAN.

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Official Nodal Portal:mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

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

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Provides an additional ₹6,000 annual cash assistance from Maharashtra state funds to all active beneficiaries of PM-KISAN. Paid in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each coinciding with Central PM-KISAN tranches. Farmers receive a combined annual financial support of ₹12,000 (₹6,000 Central + ₹6,000 State) directly into their Aadhaar-linked accounts to purchase high-quality seeds, fertilizers, and agricultural inputs.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹5,700 Crore annual budgetary provision by Maharashtra Government

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 92 Lakh farmer families receiving installments across Maharashtra

As of: 2026-02-15PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

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

Must own cultivable agricultural land in Maharashtra with verified 7/12 (Saat Bara) extract. Must be an active, verified beneficiary of the PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi scheme.

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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.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•4 mandatory supporting documents required

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

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
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    All landowning farmers active on the Central PM-KISAN portal with verified e-KYC are automatically enrolled.

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    Non-registered farmers must first register on the PM-KISAN portal (pmkisan.gov.in) with digital 7/12 land extract.

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    Complete biometric or Aadhaar OTP e-KYC.

  4. 4

    Verify land seating details through the Mahadbt agriculture portal.

  5. 5

    State Agriculture Department validates land ownership records and releases ₹2,000 per installment 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-matching land revenue records, absence of e-KYC, institutional landholding, or family members serving as constitutional post holders or paying income tax.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

Do I need to submit a separate application if I already receive PM-KISAN?

No, existing PM-KISAN beneficiaries in Maharashtra with verified land records and completed e-KYC are enrolled automatically without submitting a separate form.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

When are the ₹2,000 installments deposited?

Installments are credited three times a year, aligned directly with the four-month installment cycles of PM-KISAN.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Are tenant farmers or agricultural labourers eligible?

No, the scheme is strictly limited to farmers holding title to cultivable agricultural land as per official state land records.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What are the key benefits provided under Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana Maharashtra?

Under official guidelines for Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana Maharashtra, beneficiaries are entitled to: Provides an additional ₹6,000 annual cash assistance from Maharashtra state funds to all active beneficiaries of PM-KISAN. Paid in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each coinciding with Central PM-KISAN tranches. Farmers receive a combined annual financial support of ₹12,000 (₹6,000 Central + ₹6,00...

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana Maharashtra application status?

Application status for Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana Maharashtra can typically be tracked through the official portal at mahadbt.maharashtra.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 Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana Maharashtra 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 Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana Maharashtra 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-matching land revenue records, absence of e-KYC, institutional landholding, or family members serving as constitutional post holders or paying income tax.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id218Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana Maharashtra guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous automatic synchronization with PM-KISAN registration rolls

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 23d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🖥Apply Online
Scale & Impact
👥Over 92 Lakh farmer families receiving installments across Maharashtra (as of 2026-02-15)
₹₹5,700 Crore annual budgetary provision by Maharashtra Government budget allocation
📅Running since 2023
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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Comprehensive agricultural crop insurance covering yield loss from pre-sowing to post-harvest perils at ultra-low farmer premiums of 1.5% to 2%.

📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

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2026-10-06ministry_id

218

Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana Maharashtra guide...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Department of Agriculture, Government of Maharashtra

Central Building, Pune, Maharashtra 411001

Helpline: 1800-120-8040

Jurisdiction: State (Maharashtra)

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