What do you get under Ganga Kalyana?
A borewell drilled on your farm with pump set and power connection: unit cost ₹4.5 lakh (₹4 lakh subsidy, ₹50,000 loan) in Bengaluru Urban, Bengaluru Rural, Kolar, Chikkaballapura, Tumakuru and Ramanagara, and ₹3.5 lakh (₹3 lakh subsidy, ₹50,000 loan) elsewhere. Group lift irrigation is also offered.
Who is eligible for Ganga Kalyana?
- Small and marginal farmers from Scheduled Castes owning 1.5 to 5 acres (Dr B R Ambedkar Development Corporation).
- Similar Ganga Kalyana schemes are run for Scheduled Tribes, backward classes and minorities by their development corporations.
Also check:
- Each corporation sets its own income limit and caste rules; check the current notification before applying.
- Lift irrigation covers groups of 3 or more farmers with 8 to 15 acres next to a river, canal or stream.
Documents needed for Ganga Kalyana
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How to apply for Ganga Kalyana
- Apply online when the corporation invites applications, through the Seva Sindhu / Seva One portal, or at Grama One or Karnataka One.
- Ask the taluk or district office of the corporation for your community about the current round.
How to check Ganga Kalyana status
- Check your application on the portal you applied on, with the acknowledgement number.
- Selected beneficiary lists are published on the corporation website.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Ganga Kalyana?
Small and marginal farmers from Scheduled Castes owning 1.5 to 5 acres (Dr B R Ambedkar Development Corporation). Similar Ganga Kalyana schemes are run for Scheduled Tribes, backward classes and minorities by their development corporations.
How much do I get under Ganga Kalyana?
A borewell drilled on your farm with pump set and power connection: unit cost ₹4.5 lakh (₹4 lakh subsidy, ₹50,000 loan) in Bengaluru Urban, Bengaluru Rural, Kolar, Chikkaballapura, Tumakuru and Ramanagara, and ₹3.5 lakh (₹3 lakh subsidy, ₹50,000 loan) elsewhere. Group lift irrigation is also offered.
What documents do I need for Ganga Kalyana?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Income certificate; Land records (khatauni, 7/12, patta or similar); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo.
How do I apply for Ganga Kalyana?
Apply online when the corporation invites applications, through the Seva Sindhu / Seva One portal, or at Grama One or Karnataka One. Ask the taluk or district office of the corporation for your community about the current round. Official site: https://sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in/
How do I check Ganga Kalyana status?
Check your application on the portal you applied on, with the acknowledgement number. Selected beneficiary lists are published on the corporation website.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Ganga Kalyana?
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 subsidy does Ganga Kalyana give?
For SC farmers under the Ambedkar Development Corporation, the unit cost is ₹4.5 lakh (₹4 lakh subsidy) in six districts around Bengaluru and ₹3.5 lakh (₹3 lakh subsidy) in the rest of the state, with ₹50,000 as a loan.
Who can apply for Ganga Kalyana?
Small and marginal farmers of the community the corporation serves (SC, ST, backward classes or minorities) who own enough land, usually 1.5 to 5 acres for borewells.
Official sources
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.