The Madhya Pradesh Government has invited applications under the e-Agricultural Machinery Subsidy Scheme 2026 to encourage farmers to adopt modern farm mechanization. Under the scheme, eligible farmers can receive 40% to 50% subsidy on selected agricultural equipment, including Paddy (Rice) Transplanters, Ridgers and Sugarcane Ratoon Managers.
Interested farmers can submit their online applications through the e-Krishi Yantra Subsidy Portal until July 28, 2026. Beneficiaries will be selected through a computerized lottery scheduled for July 29, 2026.
The subsidy is available on modern farm equipment designed to improve paddy transplantation and sugarcane management. These machines help reduce labour costs, save time, and improve operational efficiency.
The eligible machinery includes:
Applicants must upload a scanned copy of the prescribed Demand Draft (DD) along with the online application. The DD must be issued from the applicant's own bank account in favour of the Assistant Agricultural Engineer of the concerned district.
Applications submitted with a DD amount lower than the prescribed security deposit will be rejected automatically.
Security Deposit (DD) Amount:
|
Agricultural Machinery |
Security Deposit |
|
Paddy Transplanter (Riding Type) |
₹15,000 |
|
Paddy Transplanter (Walk-Behind Type) |
₹10,000 |
|
Sugarcane Ratoon Manager |
₹5,000 |
|
Ridger |
₹3,000 |
Subsidy Rates for Farmers:
The subsidy amount will vary according to the farmer's category. Small and marginal farmers, women farmers, and SC/ST beneficiaries are eligible for up to 50% subsidy on the cost of the agricultural machinery. General category farmers can avail up to 40% subsidy. Farmers can also estimate their eligible subsidy amount using the Subsidy Calculator available on the e-Krishi Yantra Subsidy Portal.
Documents Required for Online Application:
Farmer ID is Mandatory:
The AgriStack Farmer ID has been made mandatory for this year's application process. Every applicant must possess a valid Farmer ID to link land records with the portal. Farmers who have not yet generated their Farmer ID should first register their land details on the AgriStack Portal before applying under the subsidy scheme.
How to Apply:
FAQs:
1. What is the last date to apply for the MP e-Agricultural Machinery Subsidy Scheme 2026?
The last date to submit online applications is July 28, 2026.
2. How much subsidy is available under the scheme?
Eligible farmers can receive 40% to 50% subsidy, depending on their category.
3. Which agricultural machinery is covered?
The scheme covers Paddy Transplanters (Riding and Walk-Behind), Ridgers, and Sugarcane Ratoon Managers.
4. Is AgriStack Farmer ID mandatory?
Yes. A valid AgriStack Farmer ID is compulsory for applying under the scheme.
5. How are beneficiaries selected?
Eligible applicants will be selected through a computerized lottery on July 29, 2026.