What do you get under Shetkari Adhar Nidhi?
Compensation for damage to field crops, horticulture crops, spices, medicinal plants and flowers, and to farm assets like retaining walls, fencing, wells, irrigation pipelines, pumps and green houses, up to ₹1.60 lakh per farmer.
The ₹1.60 lakh limit is from the Directorate’s 2022-23 handbook. Rates per crop are fixed by the department; confirm at the Zonal Agriculture Office.
Who is eligible for Shetkari Adhar Nidhi?
- Farmers in Goa with a valid Krishi Card (all land codes can avail this scheme).
- Loss to crops or farm infrastructure from natural calamities, as covered by the scheme.
Also check:
- Report the loss quickly to the Zonal Agriculture Office so it can be inspected.
Documents needed for Shetkari Adhar Nidhi
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How to apply for Shetkari Adhar Nidhi
- Apply at your Zonal Agriculture Office in the prescribed form, quoting your Krishi Card number, or use the Shetkari Adhar Nidhi entry in the department’s online services.
- The loss is inspected and compensation is paid to your bank account.
How to check Shetkari Adhar Nidhi status
- Ask at your Zonal Agriculture Office with your Krishi Card number.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Shetkari Adhar Nidhi?
Farmers in Goa with a valid Krishi Card (all land codes can avail this scheme). Loss to crops or farm infrastructure from natural calamities, as covered by the scheme.
How much do I get under Shetkari Adhar Nidhi?
Compensation for damage to field crops, horticulture crops, spices, medicinal plants and flowers, and to farm assets like retaining walls, fencing, wells, irrigation pipelines, pumps and green houses, up to ₹1.60 lakh per farmer. The ₹1.60 lakh limit is from the Directorate’s 2022-23 handbook. Rates per crop are fixed by the department; confirm at the Zonal Agriculture Office.
What documents do I need for Shetkari Adhar Nidhi?
Land records (khatauni, 7/12, patta or similar); Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo; Self-declaration in the prescribed form.
How do I apply for Shetkari Adhar Nidhi?
Apply at your Zonal Agriculture Office in the prescribed form, quoting your Krishi Card number, or use the Shetkari Adhar Nidhi entry in the department’s online services. The loss is inspected and compensation is paid to your bank account. Official site: https://www.goa.gov.in/department/agriculture/
How do I check Shetkari Adhar Nidhi status?
Ask at your Zonal Agriculture Office with your Krishi Card number.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Shetkari Adhar Nidhi?
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 compensation can a farmer get under Shetkari Adhar Nidhi?
Up to ₹1.60 lakh per farmer in total, as per the Directorate’s handbook.
Who can claim Shetkari Adhar Nidhi?
Goa farmers with a valid Krishi Card, including all land codes.
Official sources
- Directorate of Agriculture, Goa: farmer handbook on schemes 2022-23 (PDF)
- Department of Information and Publicity, Goa, 16 May 2025: Shetkari Adhar Nidhi open to all Krishi Card land codes
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.