Agriculture & Storage Infrastructure · Karnataka
upto 500 Sqm Subsidy in Karnataka
upto 500 Sqm
NABARD Unit Cost for upto 500 Sqm in Karnataka
Government-approved benchmark amount for agriculture & storage infrastructure financing
upto 500 Sqm — Rs.1060/Sqm
Eligibility for upto 500 Sqm Subsidy in Karnataka
Who can apply
- Individual farmers with land records (7/12, patta, or registered lease deed) in Karnataka
- Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
- Agri-entrepreneurs and cooperatives for commercial-scale investments
- SC/ST farmers and women farmers (eligible for enhanced subsidy component of 5–10% additional)
Specification note
This unit cost applies specifically to: Rs.1060/Sqm. If your investment differs in scale or configuration, ask your bank to identify the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.
How to Apply for upto 500 Sqm Subsidy in Karnataka
Step-by-step process
- Prepare a Detailed Project Report — Use the NABARD unit cost of 1060/Sqm as the benchmark for a Rs.1060/Sqm investment.
- Visit your bank in Karnataka — Bring Aadhaar, land records (7/12 or patta), and the DPR to a nationalised bank, RRB, or PACS branch.
- Scheme linkage — The bank will link your application to the relevant agriculture & storage infrastructure scheme.
- Technical verification — A department officer inspects the asset after installation and submits a verification report to the sanctioning authority.
- Subsidy credit to loan account — The capital subsidy is deposited directly into your loan account, reducing the outstanding principal. Total processing time: 30–60 days.
More Agriculture & Storage Infrastructure Subsidies in Karnataka
- Grain Godowns upto capacity of 1000 MT3500/MT
- Grain Godowns of capacity of more than 1000 MT3000/MT
- Construction of Onion Storage Structure7000/MT
- More Than 800 Sqm upto 1008 Sqm935/Sqm
- More than 1008 Sqm upto 2080 Sqm890/Sqm
- More than 2080 Sqm upto 4000 Sqm844/Sqm
- Shade net House Tubular structure710/ Sqm
- Vegetables140/ Sqm
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NABARD subsidy amount for upto 500 Sqm in Karnataka?
The NABARD unit cost for upto 500 Sqm in Karnataka is 1060/Sqm (specification: Rs.1060/Sqm). This is the benchmark amount banks use when sanctioning a term loan for this activity. The actual subsidy you receive depends on the scheme — typically 25–50% of the unit cost.
What does "Rs.1060/Sqm" mean for upto 500 Sqm?
The specification "Rs.1060/Sqm" defines the exact scale or parameters of the investment — such as area in hectares, capacity in litres per day, number of animals, or structural dimensions. NABARD unit costs are tied to this specification; a different scale may have a different unit cost. If your project differs, ask your bank to use the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.
How do I apply for the upto 500 Sqm subsidy in Karnataka?
Step 1: Prepare a DPR for upto 500 Sqm using the NABARD unit cost of 1060/Sqm as the benchmark. Step 2: Visit a nationalised bank or RRB in Karnataka with land records, Aadhaar, and the DPR. Step 3: The bank appraises and routes the subsidy claim through the Agriculture & Storage Infrastructure department. Step 4: After physical verification, the subsidy is deposited into your loan account. Total processing time is typically 30–60 days.
Which government scheme covers upto 500 Sqm in Karnataka?
upto 500 Sqm falls under the Agriculture & Storage Infrastructure category. Relevant central schemes include various NABARD-refinanced schemes. Check the Apply section below for the specific portal and nodal department in Karnataka.
Which state gives the highest subsidy for upto 500 Sqm?
Karnataka offers 1060/Sqm for upto 500 Sqm, which is among the higher rates across Indian states. The compare table below shows the exact amount in each state where NABARD has published a unit cost for this activity.
What is the loan repayment period for upto 500 Sqm financing in Karnataka?
NABARD-linked term loans for agriculture & storage infrastructure investments like upto 500 Sqm typically have a repayment period of 5–9 years (including a moratorium of 1–2 years). The moratorium aligns with the gestation period of the investment — for example, a fruit orchard may take 3 years to yield income, so repayment begins after that. Exact tenure depends on your bank and the specific scheme.