National Mission For Sustainable Agriculture-Parmparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (NMSA-PKVY)
Gujarat farmers who want to shift to organic farming can receive government financial assistance for up to 2 hectares of land — covering organic inputs and on-farm production infrastructure. This centrally sponsored scheme combines central and state government support. Apply online through the i-Khedut portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in).
About This Scheme
Gujarat farmers who want to shift to organic farming can receive government financial assistance for up to 2 hectares of land — covering organic inputs and on-farm production infrastructure. This centrally sponsored scheme combines central and state government support. Apply online through the i-Khedut portal (ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in).
Full official description
The scheme "National Mission For Sustainable Agriculture-Parmparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (NMSA-PKVY)" is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme that aims to promote traditional and sustainable organic farming practices among farmers by providing financial support and infrastructure assistance. The scheme extends financial assistance for a maximum of 2 hectares per farmer for organic farming inputs, infrastructure development for on-farm organic input production, and related activities.
Benefits
- Financial assistance for organic inputs (bio-fertilizers, bio-pesticides, organic seeds, etc.) for up to 2 hectares
- Support for building on-farm organic input production infrastructure (e.g., vermicompost units, bio-compost facilities)
- Covers both the transition to and ongoing practice of organic farming
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a farmer
- Must be a resident of Gujarat
How to Apply
Registration Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal. Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the 'Farmer' or 'Institutional' or 'Except For the Farmer' as the Beneficiary Type. Step 3: Select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose 'what type of account holder you are?', enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click 'Save and Next'. Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and Email address, click 'Send OTP', enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click 'Submit'.
Login Process:
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal. Step 2: Click on 'Login' from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’. Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open. Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application. Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application. Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it. Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the "National Mission For Sustainable Agriculture-Parmparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (NMSA-PKVY)"?
The "National Mission For Sustainable Agriculture-Parmparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (NMSA-PKVY)" is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme aimed at promoting organic farming through financial assistance for inputs and infrastructure.
Who is eligible to apply for the NMSA-PKVY scheme?
Any farmer of Gujarat state is eligible to apply for the NMSA-PKVY scheme.
What is the maximum landholding limit for availing benefits under this scheme?
The applicant farmer can avail financial assistance for a maximum of 2 hectares of land under the scheme.
What kind of financial help is provided under the NMSA-PKVY scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance for organic farming inputs and infrastructure for on-farm input production.
Is there any restriction on gender or category for availing this scheme?
The scheme is open to all farmers irrespective of gender, caste, or social and economic standards.
Who implements the NMSA-PKVY scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Agriculture and Co-operation Department of the Government of Gujarat in collaboration with the Central Government.
Is there any income limit for applying under the scheme?
No, there is no individual or family income limit prescribed for the scheme.
Is there any fee charged for applying to the scheme?
No, there is no application fee required for applying to the NMSA-PKVY scheme.
How can eligible farmers apply for the scheme?
Eligible farmers can apply for the scheme by visiting the iKhedut portal, filling out the application form online, uploading the required documents, and submitting it for departmental verification.
What documents are required for applying under the NMSA-PKVY scheme?
The applicant needs Aadhaar Card, 7/12 Certificate, Bank Pass Book or Cancelled Cheque, and the filled application form.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- /12 Certificate.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.