West Bengal Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana

Introduction of West Bengal Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana: A Brief Insight

Farmers spend money on seeds, fertilisers and agricultural labour well before they earn anything from their crops. Timely financial support can help them manage these expenses and prepare for the next farming season. The Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana aims to provide farmers with additional financial assistance from the State Government, over and above the support available under the Central Government’s PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana.

The State Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, approved the new name Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme for the earlier Krishak Bandhu Scheme towards the end of October 2026. Before this announcement, the Chief Minister had stated in September that farmers receiving PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana benefits would get increased annual support of ₹9,000 instead of ₹6,000.

The Department of Agriculture, Government of West Bengal, implements the scheme. Block Agriculture Officers and Assistant Directors of Agriculture help carry out its activities at the block and district levels.

The scheme aims to strengthen the financial support available to West Bengal farmers by adding State assistance to PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana benefits. The Agriculture Department is also reviewing beneficiary records to identify and remove fake or ineligible entries, including income tax payers and specified government employees.

The State Government has announced an additional payment of ₹3,000 per year for each eligible PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana farmer under the CM Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme of the West Bengal Government. According to reports, the State will release this amount in two instalments of ₹2,000 and ₹1,000. When combined with the annual PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana assistance of ₹6,000, the total financial support can reach ₹9,000 per year. The amount will be transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.

The first transfer is scheduled for 5 November 2026, from Pursurah in Hooghly district, in the presence of the Chief Minister. Reports indicate that around 48 to 50 lakh farmers across West Bengal are expected to benefit from the additional assistance.

So far, the Government has identified existing PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana beneficiaries in West Bengal as the intended recipients of the State payment. The Agriculture Minister has also stated that only one beneficiary from each family will receive assistance. The department will publish the final eligibility conditions and implementation instructions through its official notification.

According to the available reports, eligible farmers will not need to submit a separate application. They should ensure that their PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana registration is complete, their eKYC is verified and their bank account is properly linked with Aadhaar. For assistance, farmers can contact the Department of Agriculture or visit their Block Agriculture Office.

Farmers interested in the earlier State assistance programme can read about the Krishak Bandhu Scheme. Those seeking financial support from the Central Government can explore the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Sheme. Farmers can also learn about crop insurance through the PM Fasal Bima Yojana and agricultural credit through the Kisan Credit Card Scheme.

Farmers, agricultural families and readers looking for more farming-related assistance and welfare programmes can explore our List of Welfare Schemes of the West Bengal Government page.

Latest Updates on WB Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana

• 25 September 2026: Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced at a meeting in Purba Bardhaman that farmers receiving Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana benefits in West Bengal would get total annual assistance of ₹9,000 instead of ₹6,000. The State Government will provide the additional ₹3,000.
• 28 September 2026: Agriculture Minister Dudh Kumar Mondal announced that the Government would allow only one beneficiary per family. The department would also verify the beneficiary lists and remove fake entries, income tax payers and ineligible government employees.
• Fresh Registration and Verification: The Agriculture Department reportedly gave eligible farmers an additional 10 days to complete fresh registration and verification under the earlier Krishak Bandhu scheme. Farmers should check the official portal for the applicable registration instructions.
• End of October 2026: The State Cabinet approved the name Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi for the earlier Krishak Bandhu Scheme.
• 5 November 2026: Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is scheduled to release the first payment from Pursurah in Hooghly district. The State expects around 48 to 50 lakh farmers to receive the additional assistance.
• Detailed Scheme Guidelines: The Department of Agriculture has not yet published a detailed notice confirming the final eligibility conditions and implementation rules. Farmers should follow the Krishak Bandhu Portal and the Matir Katha Portal for official updates.
• Important Check Before the First Payment: Farmers should check their PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana beneficiary status, complete eKYC and ensure that their Aadhaar-linked bank details are correct. These records are important because the State plans to identify eligible beneficiaries through PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana records.

Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries

Farmers need timely financial support to manage expenses such as seeds, fertilisers and agricultural labour during the farming season. The Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana of the West Bengal Government provides additional State assistance to eligible farmers who receive PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana benefits, increasing the total annual support they receive from the Central and State Governments.

• Eligible farmers receiving PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana will get an additional State assistance of ₹3,000 per year, as announced by the Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister.
• The combined annual assistance will reach ₹9,000, including ₹6,000 under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana and ₹3,000 from the State Government.
• The State assistance will be released in two instalments. Reports indicate that the proposed instalments are ₹2,000 and ₹1,000.
• The first payment is scheduled for 5 November 2026 from Pursurah in Hooghly district, in the presence of the Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister.
• Farmers from other districts are expected to join the programme through a virtual connection, with the payment released to eligible beneficiaries simultaneously.
• Approximately 48 to 50 lakh farmers across West Bengal are expected to benefit from the State assistance.
• The financial assistance will reach beneficiaries directly through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), without involving any middleman.
• According to the available reports, eligible PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana beneficiaries will not need to submit a separate application for the State payment, as the department will use existing PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana records.
• Farmers will continue receiving the existing PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana assistance of ₹6,000 per year in three instalments of ₹2,000, released every four months.
• The Agriculture Department is reviewing beneficiary records and removing fake or ineligible entries, including those belonging to excluded categories such as income tax payers and specified government employees.
• The State Cabinet has approved the name Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi for the renamed Krishak Bandhu Scheme.

For Farmers of the Earlier Krishak Bandhu Scheme

• The Agriculture Minister has said that a PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana farmer was not eligible for Krishak Bandhu (New), and a Krishak Bandhu (New) farmer was not eligible for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, and the department will tell how the renamed scheme treats each group
• The department has asked the farmers on the earlier Krishak Bandhu list to complete a verification, so keep your Krishak Bandhu ID and your land papers ready

Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled

The Government of West Bengal’s Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, the new name given to the Krishak Bandhu Scheme, is linked to the Centre’s PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. According to the reports available so far, the State Government plans to provide financial assistance to eligible West Bengal farmers who already receive PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana benefits. The following conditions reflect the information announced so far. Applicants should also check the final eligibility rules in the official government notification.

Who Is Likely to Benefit

• A farmer belonging to West Bengal whose family already receives financial assistance under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana.
• A farmer whose name appears on the State’s PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana beneficiary list, which reportedly covers around 48 to 50 lakh farmers.
• A farmer who owns cultivable agricultural land recorded in their name, subject to the applicable land ownership conditions.
• A farmer with a valid Aadhaar number and an Aadhaar-linked bank account to receive assistance through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
• A farmer who has completed the required PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana eKYC process and maintains an eligible beneficiary status.

Conditions Linked to PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana

• Under Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, a farmer family consists of the husband, wife and minor children and is treated as one beneficiary family.
• The family must own cultivable agricultural land, subject to the landholding conditions prescribed under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana.
• The farmer’s land records, Aadhaar details and bank account information must match the records available in the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana system.
• Only farmers with an active PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana beneficiary status and no pending verification or payment-related restriction are likely to receive the State assistance.

One Beneficiary Per Family

• According to the Agriculture Minister’s statement, the renamed Krishak Bandhu scheme will cover only one beneficiary from each family from the current year.
• The Agriculture Department is reviewing beneficiary records and checking for fake, duplicate or ineligible entries before finalising the beneficiary list.

Who Is Not Eligible

The following categories are excluded under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana rules and may therefore remain outside the linked State assistance, subject to the final notification:

• Institutional landholders are not eligible under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana.
• Families in which a member holds or has held a constitutional post, or has served as a Minister, Member of Parliament, Member of a Legislative Assembly, Mayor or Chairperson of a District Panchayat.
• Serving or retired officers and employees of Central or State Government departments, except eligible Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), Class IV and Group D employees.
• Retired pensioners receiving a monthly pension of ₹10,000 or more, except the employee categories specifically exempted under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana rules.
• Income tax payers who paid income tax in the previous assessment year.
• Registered professionals, including doctors, engineers, lawyers, chartered accountants and architects who practise their respective professions.
• Fake or duplicate beneficiaries identified during the department’s verification process.

For Farmers Registered Under the Earlier Krishak Bandhu Scheme

• The Agriculture Minister has stated that farmers receiving PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana were not eligible for Krishak Bandhu (New), and beneficiaries of Krishak Bandhu (New) were not eligible for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. The department’s final instructions will clarify how this restriction applies after the scheme’s renaming.
• Under Krishak Bandhu (Natun), farmers holding 1 acre or more of cultivable land could receive up to ₹10,000 per year. Farmers with smaller landholdings received a proportionate amount, subject to a minimum annual assistance of ₹4,000, paid in two instalments during the Kharif and Rabi seasons.
• The earlier Krishak Bandhu scheme also provided ₹2 lakh to the family of a registered farmer aged between 18 and 60 years in the event of the farmer’s death.

Documents Required to be Attached

Under the West Bengal Government’s Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, which the State Cabinet has given as the new name for the Krishak Bandhu scheme, eligible farmers receive additional financial assistance linked to their PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana registration. According to the available reports, farmers do not need to submit a separate application. The documents listed below relate to PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana registration and the verification of existing farmer records. Keep clear copies ready and check the latest departmental notice for the final document requirements.

Identity and Contact Details

• Aadhaar Card of the farmer
• Mobile number linked with Aadhaar
• Recent passport-size photograph of the farmer
• PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana registration number

Land-Related Documents

• Record of Rights (Khatian) showing cultivable land in the farmer’s name
• Plot number and land area as recorded on the Banglarbhumi portal
• Mutation or inheritance documents, if the farmer received the land from a parent or another family member

Bank Account Details

• Farmer’s savings bank account linked with Aadhaar
• Copy of the bank passbook or a cancelled cheque showing the account number and IFSC code
• Proof that the bank account can receive Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) payments

Documents for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana Record Verification or Correction

• Proof of completed eKYC on the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana portal, either through OTP or biometric authentication at a Common Service Centre (CSC)
• Supporting documents to correct errors in the farmer’s name, Aadhaar number or bank account details in the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana record
• Self-declaration confirming that the farmer’s family does not fall under an excluded category, such as income tax payers or holders of specified government posts

Additional Documents for Existing Krishak Bandhu Beneficiaries

• Krishak Bandhu registration number or ID for farmers already registered under the earlier scheme
• Verification form (Annexure I) submitted to the Block Agriculture Officer, if the farmer completed it during the recent verification drive
• Proof identifying the single eligible beneficiary from the family, as the department reportedly allows only one beneficiary per family

How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of this Scheme

Farmers may not need to submit a fresh application for the West Bengal Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, as the reported payment process uses existing PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana beneficiary records. Therefore, the first thing you should do is check your PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana registration and make sure that your Aadhaar, bank account and land details are correct.

Follow the steps below to check your eligibility, complete pending formalities and avoid problems while receiving the State Government’s assistance.

Know What You Have to Do

Step 1: Understand that the State Cabinet has approved the name Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi for the renamed Krishak Bandhu scheme.

Step 2: The State Government plans to provide additional financial assistance to eligible farmers of West Bengal who receive PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana benefits.

Step 3: According to the announced schedule, the first transfer is planned for 5 November 2026 from Pursurah in Hooghly district.

Step 4: Reports indicate that eligible PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana beneficiaries will not need to submit a separate application for this payment. Do not pay any agent or middleman to arrange a form or guarantee the benefit.

Check That You Are on the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana List

Step 1: Keep your Aadhaar card and registered mobile number ready before checking your details.

Step 2: Visit the official PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana portal using your mobile phone or computer.

Step 3: Find the Farmers Corner section on the homepage.

Step 4: Select Know Your Status and enter your PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana registration number to check your beneficiary details.

Step 5: If you have forgotten your registration number, select Know Your Registration No. and follow the instructions to retrieve it using your registered mobile number or Aadhaar details.

Step 6: Check your instalment details and beneficiary status. If the portal shows any pending verification or correction, complete it as instructed.

Step 7: You can also open the Beneficiary List under Farmers Corner. Select your State, district, block and village to check whether your name appears in the village list.

Complete Your eKYC and Aadhaar Link

Step 1: Return to Farmers Corner on the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana portal and select the e-KYC option.

Step 2: Enter your Aadhaar number and complete the OTP verification using the mobile number linked with Aadhaar.

Step 3: If OTP verification does not work, visit a nearby Common Service Centre (CSC) and ask the operator to complete your biometric eKYC.

Step 4: Check whether your bank account is linked with Aadhaar and enabled to receive Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) payments.

Step 5: If your account is not properly linked, visit your bank branch and request the staff to complete the required Aadhaar seeding and DBT formalities.

Step 6: If the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana portal shows an Aadhaar-related error, check the Edit Aadhaar Failure Records option under Farmers Corner, if available, and follow the correction instructions.

If You Are Not on the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana List Yet

Step 1: Keep your Aadhaar card, mobile number, bank account details and agricultural land records ready.

Step 2: Visit the official PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana portal and find New Farmer Registration under Farmers Corner.

Step 3: Select Rural Farmer Registration and enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number and State as West Bengal.

Step 4: Complete the OTP verification using the code sent to your registered mobile number.

Step 5: Enter your personal information, bank account details and agricultural land information in the registration form.

Step 6: Review the details, submit the form and save your registration number for future reference.

Step 7: If you face any difficulty during registration, visit your Block Agriculture Office or a nearby Common Service Centre (CSC) for assistance. Remember that PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana registration alone does not guarantee eligibility for the State benefit. You must also meet the final conditions of the State scheme.

If You Are on the Earlier Krishak Bandhu List

Step 1: Keep your existing Krishak Bandhu registration number or ID and agricultural land documents ready.

Step 2: Visit the official Krishak Bandhu scheme page to understand the earlier scheme and check the available information.

Step 3: Contact the Assistant Director of Agriculture at your Block Agriculture Office to understand how the renamed scheme applies to existing Krishak Bandhu beneficiaries.

Step 4: If the department asks you to complete the verification form (Annexure I), submit it to the Block Agriculture Officer along with the required documents.

Step 5: The department has reportedly proposed one beneficiary per family. Discuss the beneficiary details with your family and follow the final instructions issued by the Agriculture Department.

On the Day of the Transfer

Step 1: Keep your registered mobile phone with you on 5 November 2026. Your bank may send an SMS when the assistance reaches your account.

Step 2: Check your bank balance or update your passbook to confirm whether the payment has been credited.

Step 3: Visit the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana portal and check your beneficiary and payment status to review the available transaction details.

Step 4: If the amount does not reach your account, visit your Block Agriculture Office with your Aadhaar card, bank passbook and PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana registration number.

Step 5: Ask the concerned officer to check your land records, eKYC status and bank account details. Complete any pending correction or verification required to resolve the issue.

Watch for the Department’s Notice

Step 1: Visit the official Krishak Bandhu portal of the West Bengal Agriculture Department regularly for scheme-related announcements.

Step 2: Contact your Block Agriculture Officer to find out when the department publishes the final guidelines and beneficiary instructions.

Step 3: Also check announcements made through your Gram Panchayat and Block Agriculture Office so that you do not miss any verification or document submission requirement.

Important: The Government transfers the assistance directly to eligible farmers. You do not need to pay a broker or agent to receive the benefit. Since the detailed implementation instructions may be issued separately, always follow the latest notice published by the West Bengal Agriculture Department.

Important Links Available of the Scheme

• Krishak Bandhu Scheme Details, Department of Agriculture, West Bengal
• Krishak Bandhu Official Portal, West Bengal Government
• West Bengal Agriculture Department Notices and Notifications
• Matir Katha Official Agriculture Portal, West Bengal
• PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana Portal, Farmer Registration, eKYC and Beneficiary Status
• West Bengal Government Official Website, Schemes and Department Information
• West Bengal Government Department Contact Details

Contact Details in Case of Help Needed

• Department: Department of Agriculture, Government of West Bengal, Nabanna, 3rd Floor, 325 Sarat Chatterjee Road, Shibpur, Howrah – 711102
• Phone: (033) 2214 1778, (033) 2214 5506
• Email: ps.agri-wb@nic.in
• Minister’s Office: mic-agri-wb@nic.in
• Block Level: The office of the Assistant Director of Agriculture or the Block Agriculture Officer of your block, where the registration and the verification of farmers are done
• District Level: The office of the Deputy Director of Agriculture (Administration) of your district
• Village Level: Your Gram Panchayat office, and the nearest Common Service Centre, which can help you with PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana registration and eKYC

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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