What do you get under CRM machine subsidy?
Subsidy on paddy straw machines such as Super Seeder, Happy Seeder, Zero Till Drill, Mulcher, RMB Plough, Baler and Rake: 50% of the cost for individual farmers and 80% for farmer groups, cooperative societies, panchayats and FPOs, up to the department’s fixed limit.
The application window opens once a year (the 2026-27 round was announced in April 2026). Subsidy per machine is capped by the department; check the rate and last date on the portal.
CRM machine subsidy: latest updates
- Applications invited for subsidy on agriculture machinery under CRM, SMAM and CDP schemes for 2026-27. official source
- 15,613 CRM machines sanctioned out of applications for 42,476 machines; Super Seeder is the most sought-after machine. official source
Who is eligible for CRM machine subsidy?
- Farmers of Punjab, and registered farmer groups, cooperative societies, panchayats and FPOs.
- Individual farmers can apply for up to three machines in one scheme; groups up to 12.
- Applications from hot-spot villages (fewer machines so far) get priority.
Also check:
- Tell the portal if you took a subsidy on any CRM or SMAM machine earlier; wrong information can lead to rejection.
- Buy only an approved machine from an approved dealer listed on the portal, after sanction.
- Your bank details must first be updated on the state farmer registration (anaajkharid) portal.
Documents needed for CRM machine subsidy
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How to apply for CRM machine subsidy
- When applications open, log in at agrimachinerypb.com (Login for Agri Machinery) with your mobile number and choose individual farmer or group.
- Fill details as per Aadhaar, upload a cancelled cheque, photo and SC certificate if any, and rank the machines by priority.
- After sanction, buy the approved machine from an approved dealer; the subsidy is paid to your bank account after verification.
How to check CRM machine subsidy status
- Log in at agrimachinerypb.com to see sanction status, or see the Sanctioned Machine List on the portal.
- Ask the Chief Agriculture Officer or Block Agriculture Officer of your district.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for CRM machine subsidy?
Farmers of Punjab, and registered farmer groups, cooperative societies, panchayats and FPOs. Individual farmers can apply for up to three machines in one scheme; groups up to 12. Applications from hot-spot villages (fewer machines so far) get priority.
How much do I get under CRM machine subsidy?
Subsidy on paddy straw machines such as Super Seeder, Happy Seeder, Zero Till Drill, Mulcher, RMB Plough, Baler and Rake: 50% of the cost for individual farmers and 80% for farmer groups, cooperative societies, panchayats and FPOs, up to the department’s fixed limit. The application window opens once a year (the 2026-27 round was announced in April 2026). Subsidy per machine is capped by the department; check the rate and last date on the portal.
What documents do I need for CRM machine subsidy?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Land records (khatauni, 7/12, patta or similar); Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC), if you claim it; Passport-size photo; PAN card.
How do I apply for CRM machine subsidy?
When applications open, log in at agrimachinerypb.com (Login for Agri Machinery) with your mobile number and choose individual farmer or group. Fill details as per Aadhaar, upload a cancelled cheque, photo and SC certificate if any, and rank the machines by priority. After sanction, buy the approved machine from an approved dealer; the subsidy is paid to your bank account after verification. Official site: https://agrimachinerypb.com/
How do I check CRM machine subsidy status?
Log in at agrimachinerypb.com to see sanction status, or see the Sanctioned Machine List on the portal. Ask the Chief Agriculture Officer or Block Agriculture Officer of your district.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for CRM machine subsidy?
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 is there on a Super Seeder in Punjab?
50% of the cost for an individual farmer and 80% for groups, cooperatives, panchayats and FPOs, up to the limit fixed by the department.
Where do I apply for a CRM machine subsidy in Punjab?
On agrimachinerypb.com when the department opens applications, usually once a year.
Official sources
- Punjab Agriculture Department machinery subsidy portal (CRM/SMAM guidelines)
- Punjab DIPR press release, 3 November 2024: 50% subsidy for farmers, 80% for societies, FPOs and panchayats
- Punjab DIPR press release, 19 September 2025: 15,613 CRM machines sanctioned
- District Ludhiana notice, 20 April 2026: applications invited for CRM, SMAM and CDP machinery subsidy for 2026-27
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.