Government Schemes for Farmers in Assam

Central and Assam-specific schemes — eligibility, benefits and how to apply.

Central Government Schemes Available in Assam

PMFBY Crop Insurance

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare

Full crop value coverage against drought, flood, pest attack and post-harvest losses. Farmer pays only 2% premium for kharif crops; government pays the remaining actuarial cost.

0Crop Insurance

Kisan Credit Card (KCC)

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare / Reserve Bank of India

Revolving crop production credit at 4% effective interest per annum (after government subvention and prompt repayment incentive). Limit based on crop area and Scale of Finance; valid for 5 years with annual review.

Up to ₹3,00,000

Credit & Loans

PM-Kisan Income Support

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare

Direct income support of ₹6,000 per year paid in three equal installments of ₹2,000 directly to the bank accounts of eligible farmer families.

Up to ₹6,000

Farmer Welfare

PM-KUSUM Solar Pump

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

60% subsidy on solar pump installation — 30% central subsidy plus 30% state subsidy. Farmers pay only 40% (or less with state top-up) and get free electricity for drip/pump irrigation for 25+ years.

Up to ₹1,50,000

Irrigation

PKVY Organic Farming

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare

₹50,000 per hectare over 3 years for organic farming transition — covering organic inputs, certification, value-addition, and market linkage. Farmers must form groups of 20+ members covering at least 20 acres.

Up to ₹50,000

Organic Farming

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Source: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, NABARD, state agriculture departments and official scheme portals. Updated: reviewed quarterly and updated within 48 hours of any ministry notification change · Report an error

Frequently Asked Questions

Which government schemes are available for farmers in Assam?

Assam farmers can access both central schemes (PM-KISAN, PMFBY, PM-KUSUM, KCC, eNAM) and Assam-specific state schemes. NaPanta lists the schemes applicable to Assam farmers, with eligibility, benefits and how to apply.

How do I apply for government farm schemes in my state?

Each scheme has its own application portal. Central schemes like PM-KISAN are applied through pmkisan.gov.in via your Common Service Centre (CSC) or bank branch. State schemes are applied at your district agriculture office or the state's official agriculture portal. Click any scheme above to see the exact application steps.

Can tenant farmers in Assam apply for central government schemes?

Tenant farmers are eligible for PMFBY crop insurance and KCC loans with a landowner declaration. PM-KISAN is restricted to landholding farmers only. State-specific welfare schemes vary - check each scheme page for state eligibility.

Is there a single portal for all government farmer schemes?

The central government's PM-KISAN portal (pmkisan.gov.in) covers income support. Each scheme has its own portal. State-level schemes are managed through the state agriculture department portal. No single portal covers all schemes.

How long does scheme approval take?

Processing time varies: PM-KISAN DBT transfers take 4-6 weeks from registration. KCC loan appraisal takes 7-14 working days. Capital subsidy schemes (solar pump, drip irrigation) may take 2-4 months from application to sanction.