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Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)

Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. Bank loans for post-harvest and farm infrastructure such as warehouses, cold storage, sorting and grading units, with 3% a year interest subvention and a credit guarantee on loans up to ₹2 crore per project location. Applying is free on agriinfra.dac.gov.in.

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WhereAll India (central government)
Run byMinistry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Last checked1 November 2026

What do you get under Agri Infra Fund?

Bank loans for post-harvest and farm infrastructure such as warehouses, cold storage, sorting and grading units, with 3% a year interest subvention and a credit guarantee on loans up to ₹2 crore per project location.

Who is eligible for Agri Infra Fund?

  • Farmers, agri-entrepreneurs, startups, FPOs, self-help groups, joint liability groups, cooperatives and state agencies.
  • A private entity can get the benefit on up to 25 projects; each location counts up to ₹2 crore.
  • The project must be an eligible post-harvest or community farming asset.

Also check:

  • The bank appraises the project; interest subvention and guarantee apply only up to ₹2 crore per location.

Documents needed for Agri Infra Fund

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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.

How to apply for Agri Infra Fund

  1. Register on agriinfra.dac.gov.in and fill in the project details.
  2. Choose a lending bank on the portal; the bank checks the project report and sanctions the loan.
  3. After the loan is disbursed, interest subvention is claimed by the bank on your behalf.

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How to check Agri Infra Fund status

  1. Log in on agriinfra.dac.gov.in with your registered mobile number to see the stage of your application and the bank’s decision.

Never share an OTP with a caller or a message. Official portals end in .gov.in.

Common questions

Who is eligible for Agri Infra Fund?

Farmers, agri-entrepreneurs, startups, FPOs, self-help groups, joint liability groups, cooperatives and state agencies. A private entity can get the benefit on up to 25 projects; each location counts up to ₹2 crore. The project must be an eligible post-harvest or community farming asset.

How much do I get under Agri Infra Fund?

Bank loans for post-harvest and farm infrastructure such as warehouses, cold storage, sorting and grading units, with 3% a year interest subvention and a credit guarantee on loans up to ₹2 crore per project location.

What documents do I need for Agri Infra Fund?

Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); PAN card; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Land records (khatauni, 7/12, patta or similar); Business proof or plan (Udyam, vending certificate, quotation).

How do I apply for Agri Infra Fund?

Register on agriinfra.dac.gov.in and fill in the project details. Choose a lending bank on the portal; the bank checks the project report and sanctions the loan. After the loan is disbursed, interest subvention is claimed by the bank on your behalf. Official site: https://agriinfra.dac.gov.in/

How do I check Agri Infra Fund status?

Log in on agriinfra.dac.gov.in with your registered mobile number to see the stage of your application and the bank’s decision.

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Agri Infra Fund?

No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.

What is the interest subsidy under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund?

You get 3% a year interest subvention on the loan, counted on up to ₹2 crore per project location. The same ₹2 crore is covered by a credit guarantee, so banks need less collateral.

Can a single farmer apply for AIF?

Yes. Individual farmers and agri-entrepreneurs can apply, along with FPOs, SHGs, cooperatives and startups. The project must be an eligible post-harvest or community farming asset.

Official sources

Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 1 May 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.

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