About this agriculture scheme
The Scheme aims to expand plantain cultivation across all districts in Bihar. Farmers can receive subsidies for up to 10 acres and access high-quality tissue-cultured plants for cultivation.
The “Papita Vikas Yojana” is a component of the umbrella scheme “Mukhyamantri Bagwani Mission”, launched by the Department of Agriculture, Bihar. The main objective of the scheme is to promote the commercial cultivation of horticultural crops in the state of Bihar.
This component promotes papaya cultivation across all districts in Bihar by providing financial assistance and high-quality plants. It ensures inclusivity with reserved quotas for SC, ST, and women beneficiaries. Payments are processed through DBT, and both ryot and non-ryot farmers are eligible to apply for this scheme.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Mukhyamantri Bagwani Mission: Papita Vikas Yojana (MBYPVY) |
|---|---|
| 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
Financial Support:
- First year: Rs. 33,750/- per hectare.
- Second year: Rs. 11,250/- per hectare.
Plant Distribution:
- Supply of high-quality tissue-cultured plants.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a resident of Bihar.
- The applicant should be a farmer.
- 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 Agriculture Department.
Note-1: Beneficiary allocation:
- General Category: 78.56%.
- Scheduled Castes: 20%.
- Scheduled Tribes: 1.44%.
- 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.
Who is not eligible
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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 "Papita Vikash Yojana"?
The "Papita Vikash Yojana" is a component of the "Mukhyamantri Bagwani Yojana", launched by the Department of Agriculture, Bihar, to promote papaya cultivation through financial assistance and the supply of high-quality plants.
What type of financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides Rs. 33,750/- per hectare in the first year and Rs. 11,250/- per hectare in the second year as financial support.
What is the minimum and maximum land requirement for eligibility?
Applicants must have agricultural land of at least 0.25 acres (0.1 ha) and up to a maximum of 10 acres (4 ha).
Are both ryot and non-ryot farmers eligible for this scheme?
Yes, both ryot farmers (with land documents) and non-ryot farmers (with a contract form) are eligible to apply.
How are payments made under the scheme?
Payments under the scheme are processed through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Is there a reservation quota in the scheme?
Yes, the scheme reserves 20% for Scheduled Castes, 1.44% for Scheduled Tribes, and 30% for women beneficiaries.
Can non-ryot farmers apply for the scheme?
Non-ryot farmers can apply based on a contract form as proof of their eligibility.
Are high-quality plants provided under the scheme?
Yes, the scheme includes the supply of high-quality papaya plants to beneficiaries.
How can farmers apply for the scheme?
Farmers can apply online through the DBT portal.
What documents are required for ryot farmers to apply?
Ryot farmers need to submit land ownership documents as proof of eligibility.
In which districts of Bihar is the scheme applicable?
The scheme is implemented across all districts of Bihar.
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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