Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana
The Namo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana provides financial aid to eligible farmers in Maharashtra.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹6,000 yearly |
|---|---|
| Who | Farmers owning cultivable land |
| How paid | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhar linked accounts |
| Implemented by | Government of Maharashtra |
| Official portal | pmkisan.gov.in |
| Application window | Annual window — confirm dates on the official portal |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive a total of ₹6,000 annually, disbursed in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each. The funds are transferred directly to the beneficiaries' Aadhar-linked bank accounts.
Who can apply
- For: farmer
- owns cultivable land
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- no family member in government service
- poor household
Farmers who own cultivable land and are not income tax payers can apply for this scheme. Additionally, applicants must not have any government employees in their family and should belong to a poor household.
Who is not eligible
- Income tax payers
- Government employees
- Former and present holders of constitutional posts
- Professionals registered with professional bodies
- Non-Resident Indians (NRIs)
How to apply
Farmers can apply through the PM KISAN portal, as registration for this scheme is linked to the PM KISAN scheme.
- Self-register on the PM KISAN portal.
- Verify eligibility as a registered beneficiary.
- Obtain approval from the Taluka Nodal Officer.
- Get approval from the District Nodal Officer.
- Receive final approval from the State Nodal Officer.
Documents required
- Aadhar Card
- 7/12
- 8-A
- Ferfar
- Ration card
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Payment not received | Ensure that the bank account is Aadhar linked and DBT enabled, as benefits are credited only to such accounts. |
| Application rejected | Edit and re-submit the application via the 'Updation of Self-Registration' window on the PM-KISAN portal. |
| Aadhar number already registered | Check the registration status on the PM-KISAN portal to confirm if the farmer has already registered. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the payment schedule for the NSMNY scheme?
The NSMNY scheme payments are made in three installments throughout the year: April to July, August to November, and December to March.
How much financial assistance is provided under the NSMNY scheme?
Eligible beneficiaries receive a total of ₹6,000 annually, distributed in three installments of ₹2,000 each.
Is it necessary to have a DBT-enabled bank account for this scheme?
Yes, the benefits of the NSMNY scheme are credited only to DBT-enabled bank accounts linked to Aadhar.
What are the eligibility criteria for the NSMNY scheme?
To qualify, beneficiaries must meet the eligibility requirements of the PM KISAN scheme, which includes owning cultivable land and not being an income tax payer.
Do I need to register separately for the NSMNY scheme?
No, there is no separate registration for NSMNY; eligible farmers registered under PM KISAN automatically qualify for this scheme.
What documents are required for applying to the NSMNY scheme?
Farmers need to provide an Aadhar Card, 7/12 extract, 8-A, Ferfar, and a Ration card as part of the application process.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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