Services provided on the DBT Agriculture portal
- Farmer registration (Kisan Panjikaran): Generation of the mandatory 13-digit identification number linked with Aadhaar.
- Input subsidy (Krishi Input Anudan): Compensation for crop damage caused by drought, excessive rainfall, or hailstorms.
- Diesel subsidy: Financial assistance for diesel-powered irrigation during dry spells.
- Farm mechanization: Online subsidy applications for purchasing tractors, power tillers, threshers, and zero-tillage machines.
- Seed distribution (BRBN): Subsidy on certified seeds through the Bihar Rajya Beej Nigam.
Registration process and mandatory requirements
To register, farmers must provide their 12-digit Aadhaar number, an active mobile number linked with Aadhaar for OTP verification, land ownership records (LPC or latest land revenue receipt), and bank account details. The bank account must be Aadhaar-seeded with NPCI mapper to receive DBT credits directly without transaction failure.
Checking application status
Applicants can track the progress of their subsidy applications online under the 'Aavedan ki Sthiti' section by entering their 13-digit registration number or application reference number. Grievance redressal and field verification reports are also accessible through the portal.
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Common questions
What is the 13-digit farmer registration number in Bihar?
It is the unique digital Kisan Panjikaran number issued upon Aadhaar authentication on the DBT Agriculture Bihar portal, required for all state agri-schemes.
How do Bihar farmers apply for crop loss input subsidy?
When notified by the state government, farmers log in to dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in, select Krishi Input Anudan, enter their registration number, and submit land damage details.
Why is Aadhaar-bank account seeding necessary for DBT Bihar?
Direct Benefit Transfer payments are disbursed electronically through the Aadhaar Payment Bridge, requiring bank accounts to be seeded with the NPCI mapper.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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