Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana
The Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana provides financial aid to farmers in Gujarat for crop losses due to natural disasters.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹20,000/hectare (33–60% crop loss) or ₹25,000/hectare (over 60% loss) |
|---|---|
| Maximum area | Up to 4 hectares |
| Premium | None — farmers pay nothing to enrol |
| Covers | Kharif-season crop loss from floods, drought and locust attacks |
| Who | Farmers (incl. small, marginal and tenant) resident in Gujarat |
| How to apply | Your nearest E-Gram Centre (online or offline) |
| Application window | Relief is for Kharif-season (June–November) crop loss and is opened after the state notifies affected areas — apply through the E-Gram Centre once a calamity is declared for your area. |
Benefits
Eligible farmers can receive financial assistance of up to ₹20,000 per hectare based on the percentage of crop loss due to natural calamities. The maximum assistance is capped at four hectares.
Full guide
What the scheme gives you
The Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana is Gujarat’s own crop-relief scheme for farmers hit by natural calamities. Unlike crop insurance, there is no premium to pay — the state carries the cost. If your Kharif crop is damaged by a notified calamity, you get relief based on how much of the crop was lost:
- ₹20,000 per hectare for a crop loss of 33% to 60%
- ₹25,000 per hectare for a crop loss above 60%
- Paid for up to a maximum of 4 hectares
What it covers
The scheme protects the Kharif season (the June-to-November farming cycle) against natural calamities — floods, drought and locust attacks. After such an event, the state notifies the affected areas, a survey assesses the loss, and eligible farmers are paid the tiered relief.
Who can apply
- You are a farmer — including small, marginal and tenant farmers — resident in Gujarat
- You own or cultivate the affected agricultural land
- The family has no income-tax payer or government employee
How to apply
Apply at your nearest E-Gram Centre, online or offline, once the calamity is notified for your area. Attach your land-ownership proof and the crop-loss certificate issued by the government authority after the survey. The government aims to disburse the relief into your bank account within about 30 days of a correct application.
Documents you need
- Proof of land ownership
- Crop-loss certificate issued by a government authority
- Any farm-loan documents (if applicable)
- Aadhaar or other government ID
- Bank passbook for the account where relief will be paid
Who can apply
- For: farmer
- Resident of Gujarat
- owns cultivable land
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- no family member in government service
- poor household
Farmers residing in Gujarat who own cultivable land and are not income tax payers can apply. Applicants must not have any family members employed by the government and should belong to poor households.
Who is not eligible
- Crop loss below 33%
- Assistance beyond 4 hectares
- Families with an income-tax payer or a government employee
- Losses from a season/area not notified under the scheme
How to apply
Farmers can apply for the scheme by visiting their nearest E Gram Centre or through the official website of the Gujarat government's agriculture department.
- Visit the official website of the Gujarat government's agriculture department.
- Navigate to the Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana page.
- Download and fill the application form with accurate details.
- Attach required documents such as proof of land ownership and crop loss certificate.
- Submit the completed application form to the nearest agricultural office or bank branch.
Documents required
- Proof of land ownership
- Crop loss certificate issued by a government authority
- Bank loan documents related to farming activities
- Aadhaar card or other government-issued identification
- Passbook of the bank account where the financial assistance will be disbursed
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Not sure how much you will get | It is tiered by loss: ₹20,000/hectare for 33–60% loss and ₹25,000/hectare for over 60% loss, up to 4 hectares — a government survey assesses your loss percentage. |
| Crop-loss certificate pending | You need a crop-loss certificate from the government authority after the calamity survey — follow up with your village/taluka agriculture office. |
| Assistance not received | The government aims to pay within about 30 days of a correct application — check your land papers and bank details are right and confirm your application at the E-Gram Centre. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum financial assistance available under this scheme?
Farmers can receive a maximum of ₹20,000 per hectare, with a limit of four hectares per applicant.
How is the financial assistance amount determined?
The assistance is based on the extent of crop damage, assessed by government officials considering various factors.
Is there an income criterion for eligibility?
No, there is no income criterion, but applicants must meet other specified eligibility requirements.
How long does it take to receive the financial assistance?
The government aims to disburse funds within 30 days of application submission, provided all documents are correct.
Can farmers apply for losses from previous years?
Financial assistance is only available for current year losses, though exceptional cases may be considered.
Is it necessary to have taken a loan for agriculture to apply?
No, taking a loan is not mandatory, but all other eligibility criteria must be met.
How much relief do I get?
₹20,000 per hectare for 33–60% crop loss and ₹25,000 per hectare for loss over 60%, up to a maximum of 4 hectares.
Do I have to pay a premium?
No — there is no premium. It is a free state relief scheme, not an insurance policy.
What causes are covered?
Natural calamities affecting the Kharif crop — floods, drought and locust attacks.
How soon is the money paid?
The government aims to disburse within about 30 days of a complete, correct application.
How do I apply?
Through your nearest E-Gram Centre — online or offline — with your land proof and the crop-loss certificate.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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