Gopinath Munde Shetkari Apghat Suraksha Sanugrah Audhan Yojana

Key facts

Benefit	₹2 lakh for accidental death
Who	Registered farmers aged 10-75 in Maharashtra
How paid	Directly to bank account
Implemented by	Maharashtra Government
Application window	Open all year for eligible farmers and family members.

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive a one-time cash compensation of ₹2,00,000 for accidental death and up to ₹2,00,000 for severe disabilities resulting from accidents.

Who can apply

Age 10–75
For: farmer
Resident of Maharashtra
registered farmer
has savings bank account

Farmers aged between 10 and 75 years who are registered in Maharashtra can apply. A family member of a registered farmer is also eligible, provided they have a savings bank account. Exclusions include natural deaths and accidents resulting from illegal activities or self-inflicted injuries.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted offline to the relevant Taluka Agriculture Officer with the required documents.

Submit a claim proposal with all necessary documents to the Taluka Agriculture Officer within 30 days of the incident.
A team will investigate the accident and submit a report to the Tehsildar within 8 days.
The Taluka Agriculture Officer will review the claims and forward eligible ones to the Tehsildar.
A committee meeting chaired by the Tehsildar will decide on the claims within 30 days.
Funds will be disbursed through ECS to the bank account of the eligible beneficiaries.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

7/12 extract
Village form No. 6 – D
Village form No. 6 – C
Age proof evidence
Death certificate
First Investigation Report (FIR)
Inquest Report / Panchnama
Post-Mortem Report / Panchnama
Viscera Report
Disability Certificate

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Claim proposal not accepted	Ensure all required documents are submitted to the Taluka Agriculture Officer within 30 days of the incident.
Delay in payment	Contact the Taluka Agriculture Officer to check the status of the claim and ensure it has been approved in the committee meeting.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for benefits under this scheme?

All registered farmers in Maharashtra aged 10 to 75 years and one family member from their household can apply.

What is the compensation amount for accidental death?

The scheme provides a compensation of ₹2,00,000 for accidental death of the farmer.

What documents are required to apply for the scheme?

Applicants need to submit a 7/12 extract, age proof, death certificate, FIR, and other specified reports depending on the case.

Are there any exclusions from the scheme?

Yes, exclusions include natural deaths, pre-existing conditions, and accidents resulting from illegal activities or self-harm.

How long does it take to process the claim?

The claim decision is made within 30 days after the committee meeting, following the submission of the claim proposal.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.