Krishi Yantra Subsidy in UP 2026: Eligibility, Amount & How to Apply

Uttar Pradesh gives farmers a large subsidy on farm machinery through the Krishi Yantra scheme, but most people lose the benefit because they buy the machine first or miss the token window. This guide explains who is eligible, how much subsidy you get in UP, the exact step-by-step process on the UP agriculture portal, and the documents to keep ready for 2026.

What is the Krishi Yantra subsidy in UP?

The Krishi Yantra subsidy is financial help from the Uttar Pradesh government, run by the State Agriculture Department under the central Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM). It pays part of the cost of farm machines like power weeders, sprayers, chaff cutters, seed drills and more, so small and medium farmers can afford modern equipment. The money comes to your bank account directly (DBT) after you buy an approved machine from a registered dealer and upload the bill.

How much subsidy do you get on Krishi Yantra in UP?

For most farm machinery, UP gives 40 to 50 percent of the cost as subsidy, with a maximum cap that changes by machine. Small, marginal, SC, ST and women farmers usually get the higher slab. The exact percentage and upper limit are fixed for each machine every year, so always check the current rate for your machine before you apply.

To see what you qualify for by machine and category, use the Krishi Yantra subsidy checker.

Who is eligible for the subsidy in UP?

You should be a farmer from Uttar Pradesh with land in your name or a valid lease, an Aadhaar-linked bank account, and land records (khatauni) that match your name. One family usually gets the subsidy on one machine in a given period, and you must buy from a dealer registered on the UP portal. You cannot claim the subsidy on a machine you already bought before applying.

Krishi Yantra subsidy in UP: step by step

The whole process runs through the UP Agriculture Department. You register once, book a token for the machine, buy it, and upload the bill for verification.

For the central machinery and scheme list that UP also follows, see the Government of India farm machinery portal.

Documents you need

Keep these ready before you book a token, because the window is short: Aadhaar card, land records (khatauni or khasra), a bank passbook linked to Aadhaar, a passport photo, your mobile number, and a caste certificate if you are claiming under SC or ST. Your name should match across the land record, Aadhaar and bank account, or the application gets stuck at verification.

Common mistakes UP farmers make

The two biggest mistakes are buying the machine before booking a token, which makes you ineligible, and missing the token window because tokens for power weeders and sprayers finish within hours. Other common slips are a name mismatch between land and bank records, an Aadhaar that is not linked to the bank account, and buying from a dealer who is not registered on the portal. Fix these before you apply.

Which machines can you buy under subsidy in UP?

Most farm machinery is covered, including power weeders, battery and power sprayers, chaff cutters, rice mills, seed drills and more. If you grow vegetables, sugarcane or row crops, a power weeder is a popular subsidised choice; for spraying, farmers choose battery sprayers. Compare what fits your farm, then book the token for that exact machine.

Frequently asked questions

How much Krishi Yantra subsidy is given in UP?

Usually 40 to 50 percent of the machine cost, with a maximum cap per machine. Small, marginal, SC, ST and women farmers get the higher slab. Check the current rate for your machine before applying.

How do I apply for Krishi Yantra subsidy in UP?

Register on the UP farmer portal, book a token for the machine when applications open, buy it from a registered dealer, upload the bill, and the subsidy comes to your bank account after verification.

Do I buy the machine first or apply first?

Always book the token first. If you buy the machine before booking a token, you are not eligible for the subsidy.

Which bank account should I use?

Use a bank account that is linked to your Aadhaar and in the same name as your land records, or the subsidy transfer can fail at verification.

How long does the subsidy take to come?

After the officer verifies your purchase, the subsidy is sent to your bank by direct transfer. The time varies by district and scheme load, so keep your documents clear to avoid delay.

Can I get the subsidy every year?

Usually one machine per family in a given period. Check the current scheme rule, because it changes by machine and year.

Scheme rules, subsidy percentages and portals are set by the Uttar Pradesh government and change every year. Confirm the current rate, caps and process on the official UP agriculture portal before you apply.