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Kisan Drone Subsidy Scheme: Up to 100% Grant for Agricultural Spraying Drones
किसान ड्रोन सब्सिडी योजना (100% तक अनुदान)
Nodal Authority: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW)
The Kisan Drone scheme introduces precision aerial pesticide and nano-urea spraying technology to Indian villages, shielding sprayers from toxic agrochemicals while offering rapid field coverage.
Max Subsidy Cap
Up to ₹10,00,000 for FPOs/CHCs; ₹5,00,000 for individual farmers
Small/Marginal Share
50% Subsidy (up to ₹5,00,000 for purchasing 10L–16L agricultural drone)
Funding Pattern
60% Central : 40% State
Toll-Free Helpline
1800-180-1551
Subsidy Slabs by Farmer Category
| Farmer Social Category | Government Subsidy Share |
|---|---|
| Small & Marginal Farmers (< 2 Hectares) | 50% Subsidy (up to ₹5,00,000 for purchasing 10L–16L agricultural drone) |
| Women Farmers | 50% Subsidy (up to ₹5,00,000) under NaMo Drone Didi Initiative |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 50% Subsidy (up to ₹5,00,000) |
| General / Large Farmers (> 2 Hectares) | 40% Subsidy (up to ₹4,00,000) |
Mandatory Eligibility Requirements
- Must possess Remote Pilot Certificate (DGCA certified drone pilot license) or hire certified pilot.
- Registered FPOs, Custom Hiring Centers, or progressive farmers owning agricultural land.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- 1Complete DGCA Remote Pilot Training at an approved Flying Training Organization (FTO).
- 2Apply online on SMAM FarMech portal under Drone Custom Hiring Center / Individual category.
- 3Select DGCA Type-Certified agricultural drone model.
- 4Receive approval, take delivery with GST invoice, and receive direct subsidy credit.
Required Documents Checklist
DGCA Type-Certified Drone Quotation from empaneled manufacturer (e.g., IoTechWorld, Garuda Aerospace)
Remote Pilot Training Certificate (RPC)
Land documents & Aadhaar verification
Bank passbook copy
Direct Application Link
FarMech SMAM Agricultural Drone Portal
Submit your application directly through the authorized government portal:
Open Official PortalFarmer Helpline: 1800-180-1551
Top Farmer Benefits
- Sprays 1 acre of crop in just 7 minutes using 90% less water and zero chemical exposure to farmers.
- Generates lucrative custom-hiring income of ₹300 to ₹450 per acre sprayed.
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Frequently asked questions
100% grant (up to ₹10 Lakhs) for ICAR/KVK institutions; 75% for FPOs; 50% (up to ₹5 Lakhs) for Women and SC/ST farmers. Specifically, small & marginal farmers receive 50% Subsidy (up to ₹5,00,000 for purchasing 10L–16L agricultural drone), while women and SC/ST farmers receive 50% Subsidy (up to ₹5,00,000) under NaMo Drone Didi Initiative. The maximum assistance is capped at Up to ₹10,00,000 for FPOs/CHCs; ₹5,00,000 for individual farmers.
Applicants must submit: DGCA Type-Certified Drone Quotation from empaneled manufacturer (e.g., IoTechWorld, Garuda Aerospace), Remote Pilot Training Certificate (RPC), Land documents & Aadhaar verification, Bank passbook copy. All documents must be clearly scanned and linked to your active Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
You can apply directly through FarMech SMAM Agricultural Drone Portal (https://agrimachinery.nic.in) or visit your local Common Service Center (CSC / VLE). Follow the step-by-step procedure: (1) Register with Aadhaar, (2) Upload land records and quotations, (3) Receive pre-sanction, and (4) Complete geotagged verification.
Key qualifying conditions include: Must possess Remote Pilot Certificate (DGCA certified drone pilot license) or hire certified pilot.; Registered FPOs, Custom Hiring Centers, or progressive farmers owning agricultural land..