Sarkari Yojana

Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana

Quick Summary: Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana supports farmer clusters of about 20 hectares in shifting to certified organic farming under the Participatory Guarantee System, funding certification, organic inputs, manure management and marketing over a 3-year conversion cycle. It is run by the Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare as part of the National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture.

About Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana

Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme run by the Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, under the National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA). It promotes organic farming through a cluster-based model backed by Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) certification, helping farmers convert conventional land to organic cultivation with financial assistance for certification, organic inputs, manure management, and marketing. The scheme runs across 3 years, matching the 36-month window needed to convert from conventional to organic farming. Funding is shared 60:40 between the Centre and States, 90:10 for North Eastern and Himalayan States, and fully funded by the Centre for Union Territories.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

Implementing Agency

State/UT Government

Eligible Entity

Individual, University / Institution

Launch / Open Date

01 Jan 2015

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant must be a farmer who wants…

The applicant must be a farmer who wants to take up organic farming.

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The applicant must belong to a cluster or…

The applicant must belong to a cluster or Local Group formed under the Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)-India programme.

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The applicant must be part of a cluster…

The applicant must be part of a cluster spanning roughly 20 hectares (50 acres) of contiguous land.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.

Benefits

Benefits Provided

Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

Financial Assistance for Organic Farming Cluster:

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A total of ₹14,95,030/- per 20-hectare (50-acre) cluster…

A total of ₹14,95,030/- per 20-hectare (50-acre) cluster over 3 years.

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Up to ₹10,00,000/- per cluster for farmer members

Up to ₹10,00,000/- per cluster for farmer members.

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Up to ₹50,000/- per farmer per hectare, capped…

Up to ₹50,000/- per farmer per hectare, capped at 1 hectare per farmer. Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) Certification:

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Assistance to mobilize farmers and form Local Groups

Assistance to mobilize farmers and form Local Groups.

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Support for PGS certification and quality-control activities

Support for PGS certification and quality-control activities.

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Assistance for online registration, soil testing, field inspections,…

Assistance for online registration, soil testing, field inspections, residue analysis, and the certification process. Conversion of Land into Organic Farming:

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Assistance to convert conventional land to organic farming

Assistance to convert conventional land to organic farming.

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Support for organic cropping systems

Support for organic cropping systems.

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Assistance for procuring organic seed and raising nurseries

Assistance for procuring organic seed and raising nurseries.

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Support to set up organic input production units

Support to set up organic input production units.

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Assistance for biological nitrogen harvesting plantations

Assistance for biological nitrogen harvesting plantations.

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Support for botanical extract production units

Support for botanical extract production units. Integrated Manure Management

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Assistance for producing and using liquid bio-fertilizers

Assistance for producing and using liquid bio-fertilizers.

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Assistance for liquid bio-pesticides

Assistance for liquid bio-pesticides.

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Support for natural pest-control practices

Support for natural pest-control practices.

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Assistance for Phosphate Rich Organic Manure (PROM)

Assistance for Phosphate Rich Organic Manure (PROM).

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Support for vermicompost units

Support for vermicompost units. Custom Hiring Centre (CHC):

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Assistance to hire the agricultural implements needed for…

Assistance to hire the agricultural implements needed for organic farming. Packing, Labelling and Branding:

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Assistance to procure packing materials

Assistance to procure packing materials.

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Support for PGS logo and hologram printing

Support for PGS logo and hologram printing.

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Assistance for branding and marketing organic produce

Assistance for branding and marketing organic produce.

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Support for transporting organic produce

Support for transporting organic produce.

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Assistance to take part in organic fairs

Assistance to take part in organic fairs.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.

Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Application form for entry into the PGS Local…

Application form for entry into the PGS Local Group

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Application form for registering the Local Group with…

Application form for registering the Local Group with the Regional Council

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PGS farmer pledge

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Farmer's history sheet

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Land details/land records

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Aadhaar card

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Bank account details for Direct Benefit Transfer

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Soil sample and testing records (during the certification…

Soil sample and testing records (during the certification process)

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Inspection reports (during the certification process)

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Summary worksheet for certification

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Any other documents prescribed under the PGS-India certification…

Any other documents prescribed under the PGS-India certification guidelines

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

Important Dates

2015-01-01

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana through the offline application process outlined below.

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Eligible farmers form or join a Local Group…

Eligible farmers form or join a Local Group within a cluster of about 20 hectares (50 acres).

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The Local Group files an application with the…

The Local Group files an application with the Regional Council in the prescribed format.

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The Regional Council checks the application and its…

The Regional Council checks the application and its supporting documents.

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The Regional Council registers the Local Group under…

The Regional Council registers the Local Group under the PGS-India programme.

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A user ID and password are issued for…

A user ID and password are issued for the PGS portal.

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Farmers sign the prescribed pledge and take up…

Farmers sign the prescribed pledge and take up organic farming practices.

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Peer appraisals, field inspections, soil testing, and quality-control…

Peer appraisals, field inspections, soil testing, and quality-control checks are carried out.

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The Certificate Approval Committee assesses compliance with PGS…

The Certificate Approval Committee assesses compliance with PGS requirements.

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The Regional Council grants certification approval and issues…

The Regional Council grants certification approval and issues a Scope Certificate.

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Financial assistance is disbursed based on approved activities…

Financial assistance is disbursed based on approved activities and implementation progress.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Apply Online →Official Website

Official Sources & References

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