Bihar Makhana Vikas Yojana 2026-27 - 75% Subsidy + 30% Women Reservation @horticulture.bihar.gov.in

Bihar Makhana Vikas Yojana 2026-27 - Complete Apply Guide

Bihar Makhana Vikas Yojana Latest Update (14 May 2026)

Bhaiyon-Behno, Bihar Makhana Vikas Yojana 2026-27 = Bihar Department of Horticulture ka flagship scheme Mithila + Seemanchal ke makhana farmers ke liye - National Makhana Board ke saath linked (PM Modi ne Purnea me 15 September 2025 ko inaugurate kiya tha). Central sector scheme Rs 476.03 crore (2025-26 to 2030-31, 6 years). Bihar India ka 90% makhana produce karta hai - North Bihar Mithila region dominant. 75% subsidy traditional makhana equipment pe (max Rs 16,575) - auka, ganj, kara, khienchi, sieve, mat, afra, thappi sab covered. Improved seed (Swarna Vaidehi) Rs 225/kg subsidy. 30% reservation women farmers ke liye. First-come, first-served basis - jaldi apply karo. 10 districts eligible: Katihar, Purnia, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Kishanganj, Supaul, Araria, Madhepura, Saharsa, Khagaria. Apply horticulture.bihar.gov.in ya Bihar Agriculture App se. DBT portal registration mandatory pehle. Training bhi free milti hai modern makhana cultivation + processing me.

🚨 LIMITED SEATS: First-come basis - DBT registration karo today + 48 hr baad apply karo horticulture portal pe!

Quick Info Table

10 Eligible Districts

Mithila + Seemanchal Region (90% Bihar makhana):

1. Katihar
2. Purnia (National Makhana Board HQ)
3. Darbhanga
4. Madhubani
5. Kishanganj
6. Supaul
7. Araria
8. Madhepura
9. Saharsa
10. Khagaria

West Champaran bhi kuch sources me - check latest district notification.

Subsidy Components

Traditional Equipment (75% Subsidy)

Items covered:

• Auka (harvesting tool)
• Ganj (storage)
• Kara (pond preparation)
• Khienchi (extraction)
• Sieve (sorting)
• Mat (drying)
• Afra (cleaning)
• Thappi (packaging)

Max subsidy: Rs 16,575 per farmer.

Improved Seed Subsidy

• Swarna Vaidehi variety: Rs 225/kg
• Priority for certified seeds from recognized vendors
• Higher yield + disease resistance

Cultivation Cost Support

• Rs 36,375 per hectare (first year - seeds + fertilizers + harvesting)
• DBT directly to farmer's bank account

Eligibility - Kaun Apply Kar Sakta Hai?

Eligible:

• Bihar permanent resident (10 notified districts)
• Ryot or non-ryot farmers
• 0.25 - 10 acres land ownership
• DBT portal registered
• Aadhaar-linked bank account
• Active farmer status

NOT Eligible:

• Non-Bihar residents
• Districts outside notified 10
• Less than 0.25 acres
• Multiple subsidies same year (one-time benefit)
• Previously availed scheme

Apply Process - Step by Step

Step 1: DBT Portal Registration (One-Time)

1. dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in pe jaao
2. Aadhaar verification (OTP/Bio-auth/IRIS)
3. Farmer details + land details + bank info fill karo
4. Kisan Credit Card details (if available)
5. 13-digit Registration ID generate hoga
6. 48 hours wait karo ID activation ke liye

Step 2: Apply Scheme Online

1. horticulture.bihar.gov.in pe jaao
2. "Makhana Vikas Yojana" option select karo
3. DBT Registration ID enter karo
4. Components select karo (equipment/seed/cultivation)
5. Documents upload:
   • Aadhaar card
   • Land papers (LPC / Khatiyan / Rasid)
   • Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
   • Farmer ID card
   • Passport-size photo
6. Submit → Application Reference Number SMS

Step 3: Verification

• Block Horticulture Officer field verification
• Documents check at district office
• Approval SMS within 30-45 days

Step 4: Subsidy Transfer

• DBT to bank account post-approval
• Equipment voucher ya direct cash transfer
• Training schedule SMS bhi aayega

Required Documents

1. Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
2. PAN Card
3. Farmer ID Card / Kisan Credit Card
4. Land Ownership Proof:
   • Jamabandi / LPC / Khatiyan
   • Rasid (latest)
5. Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-linked, first page)
6. Passport-size Photo
7. Mobile Number (active for OTP)
8. DBT 13-digit Registration ID

Training Support (FREE)

Modules covered:

• Modern makhana cultivation techniques
• Pond preparation + water management
• Improved seed varieties (Swarna Vaidehi etc.)
• Harvesting + post-harvest handling
• Processing units setup
• Marketing + branding for higher prices
• Export procedures (international markets)

Conducted by: Bihar Agriculture University + Krishi Vigyan Kendras + National Makhana Board experts.

National Makhana Board Link

National Makhana Board (NMB):

• HQ: Purnea, Bihar
• Inaugurated: 15 September 2025 by PM Narendra Modi
• Budget: Rs 476.03 crore (2025-31)
• Goal: Bihar makhana ko global brand banana + farmer income double
• Bihar Makhana Vikas Yojana = state implementation of central NMB scheme

Common Errors + Solutions

Scam Warning

• "Makhana scheme dilwa denge Rs 5,000 fee" - FRAUD. 100% FREE apply
• "Land docs banaayenge Rs 2K" - SCAM. Jamabandi RTPS Bihar se FREE
• Fake horticulture portals - sirf official horticulture.bihar.gov.in trust karo
• WhatsApp "approval guaranteed Rs 3K" - phishing, sirf official channels

FAQs

Q: Makhana Vikas Yojana 2026 ka fee kitna hai? A: Bilkul FREE apply. DBT registration + scheme application both free. Subsidy bhi direct bank me DBT.

Q: Kaunse districts eligible hain? A: 10 districts: Katihar, Purnia, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Kishanganj, Supaul, Araria, Madhepura, Saharsa, Khagaria - Mithila + Seemanchal region.

Q: 30% women reservation matlab? A: 30% slots women farmers ke liye reserved. Family ki ladies ke naam pe land hai toh wo apply karein - priority milti hai.

Q: Subsidy kab milegi? A: 30-45 days approval ke baad. DBT direct bank account me transfer.

Q: Bihar resident nahi hu - apply kar sakta hu? A: Nahi. Sirf Bihar permanent resident + 10 notified districts ke residents eligible.

Q: Training kahan hoti hai? A: Bihar Agriculture University (Sabour) + Krishi Vigyan Kendras local district + National Makhana Board Purnea. Free training, schedule SMS pe.

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Sources: Bihar Horticulture Dept (horticulture.bihar.gov.in), National Makhana Board, BiharHelp, Bihar Rojgar Alert, Times Bull, eGovtSchemes - Verified 14 May 2026

Page Last Updated: 14 May 2026