Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)

Overview

PMFBY provides insurance cover for food crops, oilseeds, and annual commercial crops. Premiums are subsidised for farmers, with risk sharing between Centre and States.

Official eligibility criteria

• Farmers growing notified crops in notified areas
• Loanee and non-loanee farmers as per operational guidelines
• Enrollment within prescribed crop season window

Eligibility checklist

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• •Farmers growing notified crops in notified areas
• •Loanee and non-loanee farmers as per operational guidelines
• •Enrollment within prescribed crop season window

Key benefits

• Low premium rates for farmers
• Coverage for yield losses due to notified risks
• Use of technology for faster claims assessment

Required documents

• Land records
• Sowing declaration
• Bank / loan account details if applicable

Step-by-step apply guide

1. 1

   Open the official portal for Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY).

2. 2

   Keep Aadhaar, income proof, and category certificates ready (if applicable).

3. 3

   Submit the online / offline application before the published deadline.

4. 4

   Track status through the official dashboard or helpline.

FAQs

Who is Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) meant for?

Affordable crop insurance against non-preventable natural risks during the crop season.

What documents are usually required?

Land records; Sowing declaration; Bank / loan account details if applicable

Is eligibility guaranteed if I match on this site?

No. This platform provides indicative matching only. Final eligibility is decided by the implementing department and official records.

Where do I apply officially?

Use the official portal linked from this page. Ministry context: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.