Introduction to Krishak Unnati Yojana
Known affectionately as the ‘Rice Bowl of Central India’, Chhattisgarh’s agrarian economy depends fundamentally on the financial viability of paddy cultivation. To fulfill its policy commitments to agricultural prosperity and insulate farmers from market volatility, the Government of Chhattisgarh launched the landmark Krishak Unnati Yojana under the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
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Under this high-value agricultural support program, farmers in Chhattisgarh receive a guaranteed purchase price of ₹3,100 per quintal of paddy for procurement volumes up to 21 quintals per acre. The difference between the central Minimum Support Price (MSP) and the guaranteed ₹3,100 rate is paid directly into the farmers’ bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), providing unmatched agricultural income security to over 24 lakh farming households.
Scheme Architecture and Financial Parameters
| Component | Policy Provision |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Krishak Unnati Yojana (Chhattisgarh Paddy Incentive Program) |
| Nodal Department | Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Chhattisgarh |
| Guaranteed Purchase Price | ₹3,100 per quintal of paddy |
| Procurement Ceiling | Up to 21 quintals per acre |
| Payment Mechanism | Base MSP via procurement society + Differential bonus via DBT |
| Implementing Agency | Chhattisgarh State Cooperative Marketing Federation (MARKFED) |
| Registration Portal | kisan.cg.nic.in |
How the ₹3,100 Paddy Payment Mechanism Works
The total payment of ₹3,100 per quintal is delivered through a transparent two-tier financial structure:
- Tier 1: Base MSP Disbursement: Upon selling paddy at the Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS) procurement center (Mandi), the farmer receives the Government of India’s statutory Minimum Support Price (MSP) credited into their bank account within 48 to 72 hours.
- Tier 2: State Input Subsidy / Bonus via DBT: The difference between the central MSP and the state guaranteed price of ₹3,100 per quintal is calculated and deposited as a lump-sum input assistance grant directly via DBT into the farmer’s verified bank account.
Procurement Volume Expansion: 21 Quintals Per Acre
Under earlier agricultural procurement regimes, procurement was capped at 15 quintals per acre. The Krishak Unnati Yojana expanded this statutory ceiling to 21 quintals per acre. This policy enhancement ensures that progressive farmers with high per-acre yields can market their entire marketable surplus at the guaranteed price, eliminating distress sales to private intermediaries.
Eligibility Criteria
Farmers must satisfy the following conditions to benefit from the scheme:
- The applicant must be a resident cultivator of Chhattisgarh.
- The farmer must be registered on the Unified Farmer Portal (Kisan Portal) at
kisan.cg.nic.inwithin the notified registration window. - Cultivated land area and crop sown (paddy) must be verified through the computerized Girdawari revenue survey.
- Landowner farmers, tenant farmers operating under registered agreements, and Forest Rights Act (RoFR) leaseholders are fully eligible.
- The farmer’s bank account must be an individual account linked with Aadhaar and mapped via NPCI.
Documents Required for Farmer Registration
Farmers must submit the following records to their local PACS society or online portal:
- Kisan Credit Card (KCC) or Land Passbook / Rin Pustika (B-1 / P-II revenue extract).
- Aadhaar Card of the farmer.
- Bank Passbook copy showing active account and IFSC code.
- Registered agreement copy (for tenant and sharecropper farmers).
- Forest Rights Title certificate (for tribal RoFR patta holders).
- Active mobile number for SMS token generation.
Step-by-Step Paddy Selling and Payment Flow
The procurement cycle operates with automated efficiency:
- Girdawari Verification: Revenue patwaris conduct the annual crop inspection (Girdawari) to record the exact paddy acreage sown on each plot.
- Portal Registration: Farmers verify their details on the Kisan Portal or at their local Cooperative Society (PACS).
- Token Generation via Token Tunhar Haath App: Farmers book their preferred procurement date and Mandi slot online using the official mobile application.
- Weighment and Mandi Delivery: The farmer brings the paddy to the designated procurement center. Automated electronic weighbridges record the load, and biometric authentication confirms the transaction.
- Fund Release: The base MSP is credited within days, followed by the electronic release of the Krishak Unnati differential bonus directly into the bank account.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Are tenant farmers and sharecroppers covered under the scheme?
Yes. Tenant farmers and sharecroppers registered with formal agreements on the state agricultural portal are eligible to sell their produce and receive the guaranteed rate.
2. What happens if a farmer produces more than 21 quintals per acre?
The guaranteed purchase rate of ₹3,100 per quintal applies up to the statutory ceiling of 21 quintals per acre. Quantities exceeding this threshold must be sold in the open market or processed privately.
3. How can a farmer check their Krishak Unnati DBT payment status?
Farmers can log into kisan.cg.nic.in using their Farmer ID or Aadhaar number to view procurement slips, weighment receipts, and DBT payment reference numbers.
Disclaimer: JanSarkariYojna.com is an independent educational and public information portal. We are not affiliated with the Government of Chhattisgarh. Beneficiaries must verify all official notices and administrative criteria on the official state portal at agriportal.cg.nic.in.
For authentic application submissions, official guidelines, and verified notices, visit the departmental portal at Department of Agriculture Chhattisgarh.
Krishak Unnati Yojana 2026 Procurement & Bonus Calculations
The agricultural procurement framework under Krishak Unnati Yojana 2026 delivers direct financial support to Chhattisgarh farmers through transparent mandi operations:
| Financial Year Benchmark | Paddy Procurement Rate | Per Acre Procurement Limit | Disbursement Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kharif Marketing Season 2025-26 | ₹3,100 per quintal | 21 Quintals per acre | Central MSP at mandi + State bonus differential via DBT |
| Payment Turnaround Time | Within 24 to 72 hours of weighment | Applicable to all registered landholders | Aadhaar Payment Bridge directly into farmer’s account |
Krishak Unnati Yojana 2026 Mandi Procurement & Token System
To eliminate long farmer queues and guarantee fair transactions under the Krishak Unnati Yojana 2026, the state executes operations through electronic mandi systems:
| Procurement Stage | Operational Procedure | Digital Platform & Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Token Generation (Token Tuhar Hath) | Farmers book paddy sale dates and quota slots online from mobile | Token Tuhar Hath Android App / Kisaan Portal |
| Electronic Weighment & Moisture Check | Automated digital weighbridges with max 17% permissible moisture standard | Integrated Mandi Management System (IMMS) |
| Differential Payment Credit | Central MSP + State bonus differential to achieve ₹3,100 per quintal | Direct Benefit Transfer via APBS within 72 hours |
Krishak Unnati Yojana 2026 Grievance Redressal & Kisan Support
Chhattisgarh farmers requiring clarification regarding paddy weight slips, DBT bonus delays, or portal registrations under the Krishak Unnati Yojana 2026 can reach official channels:
- Kisan Helpline Toll-Free: Call 1800-233-3663 / 1967 for immediate assistance regarding procurement tokens and payment queries.
- Portal Tracking: Check payment release status and acreage verification on kisan.cg.nic.in or agriportal.cg.nic.in.
- PACS Office Support: Local Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies provide on-ground assistance for land record corrections and bank account updates.