What do you get under Krishak Unnati?
Input assistance so paddy farmers effectively get ₹3,100 a quintal (up to 21 quintals an acre); ₹15,000 an acre for switching from paddy to other crops, ₹10,000 an acre for those already growing them.
Krishak Unnati: latest updates
- Paddy procurement for 2026-27 starts 15 November at ₹3,100 a quintal, up to 21 quintals an acre, from over 27.5 lakh farmers. official source
- New form of the scheme: ₹15,000 an acre for farmers who switch from paddy to approved crops in kharif. official source
Who is eligible for Krishak Unnati?
- Farmers registered on the Integrated Farmer Portal (Ekikrit Kisan Portal) who sell paddy at the state procurement centres.
- Farmers growing pulses, oilseeds, maize, millets (kodo, kutki, ragi) or cotton in kharif; sharecroppers and lessees are covered.
- Trusts, companies, school committees and government bodies are not eligible.
Also check:
- The crop is verified through the digital crop survey; make sure your crop entry is correct.
Documents needed for Krishak Unnati
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for Krishak Unnati
- Register on the Integrated Farmer Portal (kisan.cg.nic.in) through your primary cooperative society (samiti) or the rural agriculture extension officer.
- Keep Aadhaar, land papers (B-1 and P-2), a DBT-linked bank account and mobile number ready.
- Farmers registered last year with an AgriStack ID do not need to register again for paddy sale.
How to check Krishak Unnati status
- Ask your primary cooperative society for your registration and payment details, or check your bank account for the DBT credit.
- To correct a crop entry, contact the society, the rural agriculture extension officer or the block agriculture office.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Krishak Unnati?
Farmers registered on the Integrated Farmer Portal (Ekikrit Kisan Portal) who sell paddy at the state procurement centres. Farmers growing pulses, oilseeds, maize, millets (kodo, kutki, ragi) or cotton in kharif; sharecroppers and lessees are covered. Trusts, companies, school committees and government bodies are not eligible.
How much do I get under Krishak Unnati?
Input assistance so paddy farmers effectively get ₹3,100 a quintal (up to 21 quintals an acre); ₹15,000 an acre for switching from paddy to other crops, ₹10,000 an acre for those already growing them.
What documents do I need for Krishak Unnati?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Land records (khatauni, 7/12, patta or similar); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Mobile number for OTP.
How do I apply for Krishak Unnati?
Register on the Integrated Farmer Portal (kisan.cg.nic.in) through your primary cooperative society (samiti) or the rural agriculture extension officer. Keep Aadhaar, land papers (B-1 and P-2), a DBT-linked bank account and mobile number ready. Farmers registered last year with an AgriStack ID do not need to register again for paddy sale. Official site: https://kisan.cg.nic.in/
How do I check Krishak Unnati status?
Ask your primary cooperative society for your registration and payment details, or check your bank account for the DBT credit. To correct a crop entry, contact the society, the rural agriculture extension officer or the block agriculture office.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Krishak Unnati?
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.
How much do farmers get under Krishak Unnati Yojana?
Paddy farmers effectively get ₹3,100 a quintal for up to 21 quintals an acre (MSP plus input assistance). Farmers who switch from paddy to approved crops get ₹15,000 an acre; those already growing them get ₹10,000 an acre.
When does paddy procurement start in 2026?
The cabinet fixed 15 November 2026 for the start of paddy procurement for 2026-27.
Official sources
- DPR Chhattisgarh, 4 July 2026: ₹15,000 an acre for alternative crops under Krishak Unnati Yojana
- DPR Chhattisgarh, 31 October 2026: farmer decisions and paddy procurement 2026-27
- PIB, 19 November 2025: Krishak Unnati Yojana extended to pulses, oilseeds and maize
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.