With your Maharashtra Farmer ID (Shetkari Olakpatra), you can access over 100 government farming programs and benefits.
Major Farming Schemes
🌾 PM-KISAN Scheme
- ₹6,000 per year direct cash transfer
- Three installments of ₹2,000 each
- Directly transferred to your bank account
- For all landholding farmers
💳 Kisan Credit Card (KCC)
- Easy loan facility for farming needs
- Low interest rates
- Flexible repayment options
- Coverage for crop cultivation and maintenance
🛡️ Crop Insurance
- Protection against crop loss
- Natural disaster coverage
- Pest and disease protection
- Low premium rates
💰 Minimum Support Price (MSP)
- Guaranteed minimum price for crops
- Direct procurement by government
- Fair pricing for farmers
- Covers major crops
Input Subsidies
🌱 Fertilizer Subsidies
- Reduced prices on fertilizers
- Quality certified products
- Easy availability
- Direct benefit transfer
🌾 Seed Subsidies
- High-quality seeds at subsidized rates
- Hybrid and improved varieties
- Certified seed distribution
- Seasonal availability
Technology & Equipment
- Farm machinery subsidies
- Solar pump schemes
- Drip irrigation support
- Modern farming equipment
Training & Development
- Skill development programs
- Modern farming techniques
- Organic farming training
- Market linkage programs
How to Apply for Benefits
- Login to MahaDBT portal
- Use your Farmer ID to access schemes
- Select the benefit you want to apply for
- Fill the application form
- Upload required documents
- Submit and track your application
Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
- Direct transfer to your bank account
- No middleman involvement
- Transparent and fast process
- Real-time tracking of benefits
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
| MahaDBT Portal | https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in |
| AgriStack MHFR Portal | https://mhfr.agristack.gov.in |
| PM-KISAN Portal | https://pmkisan.gov.in |
| Crop Insurance | https://pmfby.gov.in |
| For Help | Call 020-25712712 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I need Farmer ID for all schemes?
Yes, from April 15, 2025, Farmer ID is mandatory for accessing all government farming schemes.
How do I apply for PM-KISAN with Farmer ID?
Login to MahaDBT portal with your Farmer ID and apply for PM-KISAN scheme directly.
Can I get multiple benefits with one Farmer ID?
Yes, you can apply for all eligible schemes using your single Farmer ID.
How will I receive the benefits?
All benefits are transferred directly to your Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT.
What if I face issues with benefit applications?
Contact Maharashtra AgriStack Help Desk at 020-25712712 or visit your nearest CSC.
Are there any charges for applying to schemes?
No, applying for government schemes through official portals is completely free.