Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit)
Assured ₹10,000/year (1+ acre) or min ₹4,000/year for all farmers plus ₹2 Lakh accidental/natural death benefit in West Bengal.
Quick Eligibility Snapshot
₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown
📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach
₹4,500 Crore annual farmer financial assistance allocation
Official Budget Document ↗Over 1.05 Crore farmers and Bhagchasis (sharecroppers) enrolled
As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗Verified Eligibility Criteria
All landowning farmers and recorded sharecroppers (Bhagchasis) cultivating agricultural land in West Bengal.
Required Documents Checklist
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Mandatory Documents(3)
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How to Apply
- 1
Apply online on the Krishak Bandhu portal (krishakbandhu.wb.gov.in) or at Duare Sarkar / Block Agriculture Office.
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Submit land RoR (Parcha), Aadhaar card, voter ID, and bank passbook.
- 3
Assistant Director of Agriculture approves and Kharif/Rabi installments transferred directly via DBT.
✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist
⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These
Non-agricultural land, fraudulent land records, or age outside 18-60 years for death claim.
Official Government Application Portal
You will be redirected to the secure official portal: krishakbandhu.wb.gov.in
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Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.
Are sharecroppers (Bhagchasis) covered?
Yes, recorded sharecroppers cultivating farmland receive identical benefits under Krishak Bandhu.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Who is eligible to apply for Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit)?
Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit). Age: min 18 max 85 years. Conditions: All landowning farmers and recorded sharecroppers (Bhagchasis) cultivating agricultural land in West Bengal..
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗What are the key benefits provided under Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit)?
Under official guidelines for Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit), beneficiaries are entitled to: Provides assured direct cash assistance of ₹10,000 per year (for 1 acre or more land, paid in 2 equal Kharif and Rabi installments of ₹5,000 each) and a minimum assured ₹4,000 per year for farmers owning even fractional land, along with a free ₹2,00,000 death grant to family upon death of farmer age...
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗How do I apply for Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit)? What is the official process?
To apply for Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit), applicants should follow the official procedure: 1. Apply online on the Krishak Bandhu portal (krishakbandhu.wb.gov.in) or at Duare Sarkar / Block Agriculture Office. 2. Submit land RoR (Parcha), Aadhaar card, voter ID, and bank passbook. 3. Assistant Director of Agriculture approves and Kharif/Rabi installments transferred directly via DBT.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Can I track my Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit) application status?
Application status for Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit) can typically be tracked through the official portal at krishakbandhu.wb.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 Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit) 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 Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit) 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-agricultural land, fraudulent land records, or age outside 18-60 years for death claim.
Editorial Verification & Change Log
| Date | Field | Description / Update | Source Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | scheme_type | state | Official Source ↗ |
| 2026-10-06 | ministry_id | 172 | Official Source ↗ |
| 2026-09-26 | initial_verification | Baseline verification of Krishak Bandhu Natun Scheme (Assured Farmer Income & Death Benefit) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration. | Official Source ↗ |
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices
Department of Agriculture, Government of West Bengal
Nabanna, 325 Sarat Chatterjee Road, Howrah 711102
Helpline: 033-22145555
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