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UP Jaivik Kheti Protsahan Yojana

Uttar Pradesh organic farming initiative providing ₹15,000 per hectare over 3 years for organic inputs, vermicompost beds, and free certification.

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Official Nodal Portal:upagriculture.com

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

Provides direct financial assistance of ₹15,000 per hectare distributed over a 3-year conversion cycle, along with free PGS-India organic certification, subsidized HDPE vermicompost beds, and marketing linkage along the Namami Gange 5-km buffer corridor. 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

₹140 Crore dedicated state and centrally sponsored organic mission

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 95,000 hectares brought under certified organic farming in UP

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:

Farmers possessing agricultural land in UP willing to adopt chemical-free natural/organic farming for a minimum period of 3 consecutive years.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for UP Jaivik Kheti Protsahan 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 (upagriculture.com). 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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    Eligibility & Prerequisite Verification: Verify specific eligibility criteria, income ceilings, and category qualifications as notified in the official guidelines. Ensure the applicant's mobile number is linked with Aadhaar and an active bank account.

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    Portal Registration & Onboarding: Navigate to the official portal (upagriculture.com) or designated facilitation counter. Form an organic farming cluster of 20-50 farmers and enroll on upagriculture.com / jaivikkheti.in.

  3. 3

    Application Form Submission: Complete the online application form with accurate demographic, socioeconomic, educational, and bank account details (IFSC and account number).

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    Mandatory Document Upload: Upload self-attested scanned copies of required documents including Aadhaar card, residence/domicile certificate, income certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and passport-sized photographs.

  5. 5

    Field Inspection & Departmental Scrutiny: District Agriculture Officer registers cluster under Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY UP). Designated authorities review documents and conduct physical verification if mandated by scheme rules.

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    Sanction & Fund Release: Field soil testing and organic farming diary verification conducted annually. Disbursement is routed securely via DBT through PFMS directly to the approved beneficiary.

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    Tracking & Grievance Redressal: Applicants can track their application progress using the generated reference/application ID on the portal. In case of discrepancies or delays, grievances can be lodged via the official departmental helpline or CM/CPGRAMS grievance portal.

✅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

Use of synthetic chemical fertilizers/pesticides during soil audit, or failure to maintain participatory group records.

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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 priority zone for natural and organic farming in UP?

Special focus is given to villages located within a 5-kilometer corridor along both banks of the River Ganga (Namami Gange Natural Farming Corridor).

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Do farmers have to pay for organic certification?

No, PGS-India certification is provided completely free of cost by the state agriculture department.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What equipment is provided to organic farmers?

Farmers receive subsidized HDPE vermicompost beds, cow dung/urine bio-formulation drums, and organic seed treatment kits.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for UP Jaivik Kheti Protsahan Yojana?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for UP Jaivik Kheti Protsahan Yojana. Age: min 18 years. Conditions: Farmers possessing agricultural land in UP willing to adopt chemical-free natural/organic farming for a minimum period of 3 consecutive years..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my UP Jaivik Kheti Protsahan Yojana application status?

Application status for UP Jaivik Kheti Protsahan Yojana can typically be tracked through the official portal at upagriculture.com 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 Jaivik Kheti Protsahan 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 Jaivik Kheti Protsahan 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

Use of synthetic chemical fertilizers/pesticides during soil audit, or failure to maintain participatory group records.

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 Jaivik Kheti Protsahan Yojana guidelines, eligibility, and state portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Cluster registration rounds announced ahead of sowing cycles

Scheme Intelligence

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Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 28d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionEasy to Access

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Scale & Impact
👥Over 95,000 hectares brought under certified organic farming in UP (as of 2026-01-31)
₹₹140 Crore dedicated state and centrally sponsored organic mission budget allocation
📅Running since 2019
🔄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

Official Source ↗
2026-09-21initial_verification

Baseline verification of UP Jaivik Kheti Protsahan Yojana guidelines, eligibilit...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

State Organic Farming Cell, Directorate of Agriculture UP

Krishi Bhawan, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001

Helpline: 0522-2204555

Jurisdiction: State (Uttar Pradesh)

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-21 against official government documentation.

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