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UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana

Uttar Pradesh government crop loan redemption scheme providing debt relief of up to ₹1,00,000 for small and marginal farmers.

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Official Nodal Portal:upkisankarjrahat.upsdc.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

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

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Waives off outstanding institutional crop loans up to ₹1,00,000 taken by small and marginal farmers from nationalized, commercial, or cooperative banks. Debt relief amount is directly remitted to the lending bank branch by the state exchequer to settle the kisan credit account. Financial assistance is directly disbursed through the Uttar Pradesh state treasury via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and PFMS electronic clearing into the beneficiary's Aadhaar-seeded bank account. In addition to core financial allocations, eligible recipients receive departmental support, periodic capacity guidance, and institutional grievance protection under state citizen charter guidelines.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹36,000 Crore total scheme outlay under Government of Uttar Pradesh

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 86 Lakh small and marginal farmers debt-relieved across Uttar Pradesh

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
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a small farmer (landholding between 1 to 2 hectares) or marginal farmer (landholding up to 1 hectare) resident in Uttar Pradesh with crop loans disbursed from recognized bank branches in UP.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(3)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

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

Easy to Access (1/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•3 mandatory supporting documents required

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

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (upkisankarjrahat.upsdc.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.
  1. 1

    Farmers verify debt relief status on the UP Kisan Karj Rahat portal (upkisankarjrahat.upsdc.gov.in) using Aadhaar and KCC account details.

  2. 2

    In case of non-inclusion, farmers lodge an online grievance or submit their KCC ledger statement to the District Agriculture Officer.

  3. 3

    District Level Committee headed by District Magistrate audits eligible landholding and sanctions loan redemption.

  4. 4

    Bank issues a No-Dues Certificate to the farmer.

✅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

Landholding exceeding 2 hectares, institutional non-agricultural loans, non-UP resident, or accounts where loan was disbursed after the notified cutoff date.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

What is the maximum crop loan waiver amount under UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana?

The scheme provides crop loan redemption of up to ₹1,00,000 per eligible small or marginal farmer.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Which banks are covered under the debt relief program?

Crop loans disbursed by commercial banks, regional rural banks (RRBs), and district cooperative banks within Uttar Pradesh are covered.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can farmers file an online complaint if their loan was not waived?

Yes, eligible farmers can register a complaint directly on upkisankarjrahat.upsdc.gov.in using their Aadhaar and land record number.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana. Age: min 18 years. Conditions: Must be a small farmer (landholding between 1 to 2 hectares) or marginal farmer (landholding up to 1 hectare) resident in Uttar Pradesh with crop loan.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana application status?

Application status for UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana can typically be tracked through the official portal at upkisankarjrahat.upsdc.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 UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana 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 UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana 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

Landholding exceeding 2 hectares, institutional non-agricultural loans, non-UP resident, or accounts where loan was disbursed after the notified cutoff date.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id150Official Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verificationBaseline verification of UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana guidelines, eligibility, and state portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Redemption and grievance portal active at upkisankarjrahat.upsdc.gov.in

Scheme Intelligence

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

Verified 28d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

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How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Over 86 Lakh small and marginal farmers debt-relieved across Uttar Pradesh (as of 2026-01-31)
₹₹36,000 Crore total scheme outlay under Government of Uttar Pradesh budget allocation
📅Running since 2017
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

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2026-10-06ministry_id

150

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2026-09-21initial_verification

Baseline verification of UP Kisan Karj Rahat Yojana guidelines, eligibility, and...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Directorate of Agriculture, Government of Uttar Pradesh

Krishi Bhawan, Wazir Hasan Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001

Helpline: 0522-2204555

Jurisdiction: State (Uttar Pradesh)

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