Sugarcane is one of the most important commercial crops in Bihar, contributing significantly to the state’s agricultural economy and providing livelihood to thousands of farmers. To promote sugarcane cultivation and enhance productivity, the Government of Bihar has launched the Mukhyamantri Ganna Vikas Yojana. This scheme is designed to provide financial support, certified seeds, and innovative farming techniques to sugarcane farmers.
The scheme not only helps in increasing sugarcane yield but also encourages intercropping with pulses, oilseeds, vegetables, and spices to maximize farmers’ income. In the 2025–26 season, the Bihar government has given farmers an opportunity to apply online between 15th September 2025 and 7th October 2025 for availing benefits under the scheme.
This article provides complete information on the objectives, key features, benefits, eligibility, financial assistance, application process, required documents, reservation rules, renewal, and withdrawal process of the Mukhyamantri Ganna Vikas Yojana.
Objectives of the Scheme
The primary objectives of the Mukhyamantri Ganna Vikas Yojana Bihar 2025–26 are:
- Promote sugarcane cultivation by providing quality seeds and financial incentives.
- Encourage crop diversification through intercropping with pulses, oilseeds, vegetables, and spices.
- Introduce modern techniques such as the bud chip and single bud method for efficient planting.
- Ensure financial support through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) linked to farmers’ bank accounts.
- Increase farmers’ income by reducing input costs and providing subsidies.
- Enhance transparency through an online application and verification process.
- Support small and marginal farmers by limiting benefits up to one acre.
Key Features of the Scheme
The scheme has several important features that make it farmer-friendly and impactful:
- Online application system for convenience.
- Free input kits for certified sugarcane seed demonstration.
- Financial assistance for intercropping and innovative planting techniques.
- Benefits limited to one acre per farmer for equitable distribution.
- Financial assistance transferred directly to the farmer’s DBT-linked bank account.
- Multiple sugarcane varieties (16 certified types) available for farmers to choose from.
- Two-stage verification process to ensure transparency and authenticity.
Components of the Scheme and Financial Assistance
The Mukhyamantri Ganna Vikas Yojana Bihar 2025–26 provides benefits under three major components:
1. Certified Sugarcane Seed Demonstration
- Farmers will receive certified sugarcane seeds along with a free input kit.
- Assistance of ₹210 to ₹240 per quintal is provided.
- Farmers can select from 16 approved varieties of sugarcane.
2. Intercropping with Sugarcane
- Farmers are encouraged to cultivate additional crops like pulses (masoor), oilseeds (mustard), spices (coriander), and vegetables (cauliflower, radish) along with sugarcane.
- Assistance is provided at 50% of seed cost or a maximum of ₹800 per acre.
- This ensures additional income and improves soil fertility.
3. Bud Chip/Single Bud Planting Method
- Farmers adopting the bud chip or single bud method for planting sugarcane will receive ₹15,000 per acre as financial support.
- This method increases planting efficiency and reduces seed requirements.
Scholarship Amount / Subsidy Details
- Certified Sugarcane Seed Demonstration: ₹210–₹240 per quintal + free input kit.
- Intercropping with Pulses/Oilseeds/Vegetables/Spices: 50% of seed cost (up to ₹800 per acre).
- Bud Chip/Single Bud Method: ₹15,000 per acre.
- Maximum benefit: Up to 1 acre per farmer.
Eligibility Criteria
To avail benefits under the Mukhyamantri Ganna Vikas Yojana, farmers must fulfill the following conditions:
- The applicant must be a resident of Bihar.
- The applicant must be a sugarcane farmer.
- Farmers must have a valid 13-digit DBT ID issued by the Agriculture Department.
- Only one acre per farmer is eligible for benefits.
- The applicant’s bank account must be linked with DBT ID.
- Farmers must apply online within the specified dates (15th Sept – 7th Oct 2025).
Reservation Policy
- The scheme is open to all sugarcane farmers of Bihar who meet the eligibility criteria.
- Special consideration is given to small and marginal farmers.
- Benefits are capped at one acre to ensure fair distribution among all farmers.
Distribution of Benefits
The scheme follows a two-stage benefit distribution process:
- First Stage Verification
- After online application, the concerned department verifies documents.
- Approval orders are issued for distribution of input kits and certified seeds.
- Farmers receive free kits and purchase sugarcane seeds for autumn planting.
- Second Stage Verification
- Field officers conduct physical verification of farms.
- Based on successful verification, financial assistance is released.
- The subsidy amount is transferred to the farmer’s DBT-linked bank account.
Application Process (Step by Step)
The application process for Mukhyamantri Ganna Vikas Yojana Bihar 2025–26 is as follows:
Step 1: Registration
- Farmers must ensure they have a valid 13-digit DBT ID from the Agriculture Department.
Step 2: Online Application
- Farmers apply online through the official portal between 15th September and 7th October 2025.
- Select the desired scheme component:
- Certified seed demonstration
- Intercropping
- Bud chip/single bud method
Step 3: Upload Documents
- Required documents must be uploaded, including DBT ID, bank details, and land records.
Step 4: Verification
- Applications are verified by Sugarcane Development Officers.
- Approval orders are issued for input kits and seeds.
Step 5: Implementation
- Farmers receive free kits and purchase certified seeds.
- Intercropping seeds are planted alongside sugarcane.
Step 6: Field Verification
- Officials conduct on-field inspections to confirm planting.
Step 7: Subsidy Transfer
- After verification, subsidy is transferred directly to the farmer’s bank account.
Documents Required
Farmers must provide the following documents while applying:
- 13-digit DBT ID issued by the Agriculture Department.
- Aadhaar card.
- Permanent residence proof.
- Land ownership/lease documents.
- Bank account details (linked with DBT ID).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Recent passport-size photograph.
Renewal Policy
- The scheme is implemented annually during the sugarcane planting season.
- Farmers need to reapply every year within the specified dates.
- Benefits are not automatically renewed; fresh applications are required.
Withdrawal Policy
- Applications may be withdrawn before the verification stage if the farmer decides not to avail benefits.
- In case of providing false information, the application will be cancelled and the farmer may be disqualified from future schemes.
- If a farmer fails to comply with scheme conditions during verification, benefits will not be provided.
