About this agriculture scheme
The scheme aims to boost farmers' income by improving the production and productivity of Makhana in 11 districts of Bihar through the distribution of high-quality seeds at subsidized rates.
“Makhana Beej Vitaran” launched by the Department of Agriculture, Bihar, aims to enhance Makhana cultivation and increase farmers' earnings. Under this scheme, improved seed varieties such as Swarn Vaidehi and Sabour Makhana-1, developed by Bihar Agricultural University, are distributed to farmers in 11 districts of Bihar.
The scheme is to be implemented in 10 districts of the state under Schedule 1, 2 and 3 of the approval order, namely, Katihar, Purnia, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Kishanganj, Supaul, Araria, Madhepura, Saharsa and Khagaria.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Makhana Beej Vitaran (MBYB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Agriculture Department |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Bihar |
| Official portal | dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Age | 18 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 💼Farmer
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Subsidized Seeds: Seeds of recommended varieties will be made available to farmers at the rate of 30 Kg/Ha.
- For Swarn Vaidehi variety: Rs. 4,950/- will be given as a subsidy (75%).
- For Sabour Makhana-1 variety: Rs. 5,737.50/- will be given as a subsidy (75%).
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a farmer.
- The applicant should belong to any of the following districts of Bihar: Katihar, Purnia, Madhubani, Kishanganj, Supaul, Araria, Madhepura, Saharsa, Darbhanga, Sitamarhi and Khagaria.
- The applicant must have agricultural land a minimum of 0.25 acres (0.1 ha) and a maximum of 10 acres (4 ha).
- The applicant must be registered on the DBT portal.
Note 1: Beneficiary allocation: Women Participation: 30%.
Note 2: The benefits of this scheme can be taken by ryot farmers on the basis of land documents and non-ryot farmers on the basis of contract form.
Note 3: Beneficiaries will be selected on first come first serve basis.
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For DBT Registration Process:
For the Online Application of the Scheme:
Note: If the applicant's name is not clear in the land-ownership/ revenue receipt, it will be mandatory to attach the genealogy along with the land-ownership/ revenue receipt.
Registration walkthrough
Online
DBT Registration Process:
Step 1: Visit the registration page of the DBT portal.
Step 2: Select Aadhaar verification type: OTP/ BIO-AUTH/ IRIS.
Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar number and Name as per Aadhaar. Click on “Authentication”.
Step 4: Enter the OTP. Click on “Validate OTP”.
Step 5: Now confirm the details about the “Kisan Credit Card (KCC)” Details. Click on “Farmer Registration”.
Step 6: In the Registration Page, fill in all the details properly i.e. Farmer details, Land information, Bank account details and click on “Submit”.
Step 7: Validate with OTP. Click on “Register” to generate the Registration Id.
Note: After 48 hours of registration, farmers can apply for the scheme with the help of 13 digit registration number.
Online Application of the Scheme:
Step 1: Visit the official website.
Step 2: Scroll to bottom and confirm the checkbox. Click on “Proceed to apply”.
Step 3: In the next page select the “Type of Applicant” and enter the “DBT Registration Number of Kisan”. Click on “Get details”.
Step 4: Fill in the required details i.e. Address, Land Details, etc, and upload documents.
Step 5: Confirm the checkbox and then click on “Submit”.
Step 6: An “Application Number” will be generated. Keep this for future reference.
Step 7: Printout of the filled in application also can be taken using the Print option.
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the “Makhana Beej Vitaran” Scheme?
The scheme aims to increase farmers' income by improving the production and productivity of Makhana through the distribution of high-quality seeds.
Which districts are eligible for the scheme?
Farmers from Katihar, Purnia, Madhubani, Kishanganj, Supaul, Araria, Madhepura, Saharsa, Darbhanga, Sitamarhi, and Khagaria are eligible for the scheme.
Who can avail benefits from this scheme?
Farmers who own or lease land in the eligible districts can avail benefits from the scheme.
What types of seeds are distributed under the scheme?
The scheme provides improved varieties of Makhana seeds, including Swarna Vaidehi and Sabour Makhana-1.
What is the subsidy offered under this scheme?
A 75% subsidy is provided on the total cost of seeds per hectare for both Swarna Vaidehi and Sabour Makhana-1 varieties.
What is the cost of Swarna Vaidehi seeds after subsidy?
For Swarna Vaidehi seeds, the total cost per hectare is Rs. 6,600/-, and the subsidy of Rs. 4,950/- makes it highly affordable for farmers.
What is the cost of Sabour Makhana-1 seeds after subsidy?
For Sabour Makhana-1 seeds, the total cost per hectare is Rs. 7,650/-, and the subsidy of Rs. 5,737.50/- significantly reduces the expense for farmers.
Can tenant farmers apply for the scheme?
Yes, tenant farmers can apply by submitting an agreement in the prescribed format available through the scheme.
What is the minimum and maximum land area eligible for assistance?
Assistance is available for a minimum of 0.25 acres (0.1 hectare) and a maximum of 10 acres (4 hectares).
Where are the seeds sourced from?
The seeds are provided by Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines horticulture.bihar.gov.in (PDF)
- Online Application horticulture.bihar.gov.in
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