Bihar Krishi Input Anudan 2026: Online Apply, Scheme Benefits & Eligibility Criteria
The Department of Agriculture, Government of Bihar, is implementing the Bihar Krishi Input Anudan Yojana (बिहार कृषि इनपुट अनुदान योजना). This scheme provides financial assistance to farmers who have suffered crop losses due to unseasonal rainfall, floods, storms, or hailstorms. Eligible farmers in specified districts can receive subsidies ranging from ₹8,500 to ₹22,500 per hectare, disbursed directly to their bank accounts via DBT.
- Scheme Name: Bihar Krishi Input Anudan Yojana 2026
- State Authority: Government of Bihar (Agricultural Department)
- Application Status: Active (आवेदन शुरू हो चुका है)
- Compensation Range: ₹8,500 to ₹22,500 per Hectare
- Maximum Benefit Limit: Up to 2 Hectares per Farmer
- Application Mode: Online (DBT Portal)
- Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of Bihar.
- Age Limit: Minimum age of the applicant must be 18 years.
- Minimum Loss Required: Crop damage must be 33% or higher due to natural calamities.
- Landholder Type: Both Land Owners (स्वयं भूधारी) and Sharecroppers (बटाईदार/वास्तविक खेतिहर) are eligible.
- Registration: Must have a valid 13-digit Farmer Registration Number (किसान पंजीकरण).
- Aadhaar Card (linked with active mobile number)
- Recent Land Possession Certificate (LPC) or Land Revenue Receipt (रसीद)
- Self-Declaration Form (स्व-घोषणा पत्र) - mandatory for Sharecroppers (बटाईदार)
- Bank Account Passbook (Aadhaar seeded/linked)
- Registered Mobile Number & Email ID
- Passport-size Photograph
- Heavy Unseasonal Rainfall: Excess rain damaging standing crops.
- Floods: Prolonged submergence of agricultural land.
- Storms & Hailstorms (आंधी-तूफान): Wind damage causing lodging of crops.
- Drought-like situations: Lack of water leading to loss of crops in designated zones.
The subsidy is calculated based on the nature of the agricultural land and crop types. The breakdown of financial assistance per hectare is detailed in the table below:
| Land / Crop Category (भूमि/फसल का प्रकार) | Assistance Rate (प्रति हेक्टेयर) | Minimum Guaranteed Grant | Maximum Area Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainfed / Unirrigated Area (असिंचित क्षेत्र) | ₹8,500 | ₹1,000 | Up to 2 Hectares |
| Irrigated Area (सिंचित क्षेत्र) | ₹17,000 | ₹2,000 | Up to 2 Hectares |
| Perennial / Long-term Crops (शाश्वत/बहुवर्षीय फसल - गन्ना सहित) | ₹22,500 | ₹2,500 | Up to 2 Hectares |
Farmers residing in the following designated districts of Bihar are eligible to apply for crop damage relief under this scheme phase:
To successfully apply online for the Bihar Krishi Input Anudan 2026, follow the instructions below:
- Visit the official website of the DBT Agriculture Department, Bihar: dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in.
- On the homepage, navigate to the "Online Apply" (ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें) section and click on the "Krishi Input Anudan" (कृषि इनपुट अनुदान योजना) option.
- Enter your valid 13-digit Farmer Registration Number (पंजीकरण संख्या) in the designated field and click on the "Search" button.
- Verify your registered details displayed on the screen. Select your land type (Self/Sharecropper/Both) and enter crop loss specifics (damage area in decimals, land details like Khesra/Khata numbers).
- Scan and upload the required supporting files (LPC, Land Revenue receipt, or the signed Self-Declaration Form for sharecroppers) in the specified file formats.
- Authenticate the submission through the OTP sent to your registered mobile number linked with Aadhaar.
- Submit the application form and print the generated acknowledgment slip for your reference.
Useful Links & Resources
The Bihar Krishi Input Anudan Yojana 2026 serves as an administrative relief mechanism for farmers affected by unseasonal weather patterns. Eligible applicants are advised to submit their applications within the active timeframe. Please ensure all uploaded documents are legible and matched with active bank details linked to Aadhaar to facilitate direct benefit transfer verification. If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to drop them in the comment section below.
1. Who is eligible to receive benefits under the Bihar Krishi Input Anudan 2026?
Farmers who are permanent residents of Bihar, aged 18 or above, and have suffered a minimum of 33% crop loss due to natural calamities in designated districts are eligible. This includes both landowners and sharecroppers.
2. What is the subsidy structure for different types of agricultural land?
The subsidy is structured as follows: ₹8,500 per hectare for unirrigated areas, ₹17,000 per hectare for irrigated areas, and ₹22,500 per hectare for perennial crops (including sugarcane).
3. What is the maximum land limit for claiming this crop damage subsidy?
An individual farmer can claim the subsidy for a maximum area of up to 2 Hectares only.
4. Can a sharecropper (बटाईदार) apply without land ownership documents?
Yes, sharecroppers can apply. Instead of land possession certificates (LPC), they must submit a duly completed and signed Self-Declaration Form (स्व-घोषणा पत्र) verified by ward members or local authorities.
5. How will the subsidy amount be disbursed?
The approved grant amount is credited directly to the farmer's bank account linked with their Aadhaar card via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
