Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

Improving agricultural productivity requires more than good seeds and hard work. Farmers also need reliable irrigation, better storage facilities, access to agricultural credit and guidance on modern farming practices. To address these challenges in areas where agricultural performance is low, the Government of India launched the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) on 11 October 2025. The scheme covers 100 selected agricultural districts and is expected to benefit around 1.7 crore farmers. It has an annual outlay of ₹24,000 crore and will run for six years, from 2025–26 to 2030–31.

The scheme was announced in the Union Budget 2025–26 and approved by the Union Cabinet on 16 July 2025. It aims to increase agricultural productivity, encourage crop diversification and sustainable farming, improve irrigation, strengthen post-harvest storage at the panchayat and block levels, and improve access to short-term and long-term agricultural credit. It also covers agriculture and allied activities, helping districts address their specific farming and infrastructure needs.

The scheme is implemented through the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, in coordination with other Central Government departments, state governments and local institutions. Instead of introducing a separate set of schemes, Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana brings together 36 existing Central Government schemes across 11 departments, along with relevant state schemes and local partnerships. District-level committees prepare development plans according to local needs, with support from agricultural universities and designated officials.

Farmers engaged in agriculture and eligible allied activities in the selected districts may benefit through the existing schemes covered under this programme. However, the eligibility requirements depend on the particular scheme providing the assistance. PMDDKY does not offer a separate fixed cash payment to every farmer, and there is no separate PMDDKY application form. Farmers can contact their District Agriculture Office, block-level agriculture office or nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) to learn about the facilities and schemes available in their area. For general agricultural guidance, they can also call the Kisan Call Centre at 1800-180-1551.

Farmers can also explore other useful schemes on GovtSchemes.in. The Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) focuses on improving irrigation coverage and promoting efficient water use, while the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) provides eligible farmer families with financial assistance of ₹6,000 per year in three instalments. Both schemes have their own eligibility conditions and application procedures.

Scheme Benefits

The Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana aims to improve farming conditions and address the major challenges faced by farmers in 100 selected districts. By bringing existing government schemes together, it focuses on the following benefits:

• Helps farmers improve agricultural productivity through better farming practices, technology and agricultural guidance.
• Encourages crop diversification and sustainable farming practices to support long-term agricultural growth.
• Promotes the development of storage facilities at the panchayat and block levels to help reduce post-harvest losses.
• Supports improvements in irrigation facilities so farmers can use water more efficiently and manage their crops better.
• Improves access to short-term and long-term agricultural credit for eligible farmers.
• Supports agriculture and allied activities, including horticulture, fisheries and animal husbandry, according to local needs.
• Brings together 36 existing Central Government schemes across 11 departments, along with relevant state schemes, to coordinate support for farmers.
• Focuses on 100 selected districts and is expected to benefit around 1.7 crore farmers over the scheme period.

PMDDKY does not provide a separate fixed cash payment to every farmer. The benefits available to an individual depend on the relevant existing scheme and its eligibility conditions.

Eligibility Requirements

The Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana focuses on districts where agricultural productivity, cropping intensity and access to agricultural credit need improvement. Farmers may benefit through existing government schemes in the 100 selected districts, subject to the following conditions:

• Farmers carrying out agricultural activities in one of the 100 selected districts may be eligible for support.
• Farmers involved in crop production and eligible allied activities, such as horticulture, fisheries and animal husbandry, may benefit through relevant schemes.
• Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria of the specific government scheme through which they seek assistance.
• Required documents may include Aadhaar, land records and bank account details, depending on the scheme and type of benefit.
• There is no separate Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana-specific age limit, income limit or individual registration requirement stated in the scheme's main official guidelines.

Farmers can contact their District Agriculture Office or nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) to check whether their district is covered and which benefits are available. For official details, visit the PMDDKY scheme website.

List of 100 Selected Districts under PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana

The Government of India has selected 100 districts for focused agricultural development under the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY). The selection considers low agricultural productivity, low cropping intensity and lower agricultural credit disbursement. The allocation of districts also considers each state's share of net cropped area and number of operational landholdings.

The following state-wise list is provided in the official Government of India document listing the 100 PMDDKY districts and their Central Nodal Officers.

Required Documents

Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana does not have a separate application process or a dedicated list of documents. Since benefits are provided through existing government schemes, the documents required depend on the particular scheme and the type of assistance a farmer wishes to receive. Commonly required documents may include:

• Aadhaar card or another accepted identity document.
• Land records or proof of agricultural land ownership, where applicable.
• Bank account details for receiving eligible financial assistance.
• Proof of residence or address, if required under the relevant scheme.
• Additional documents specified by the particular scheme for which the farmer applies.

Farmers should confirm the exact document requirements with their District Agriculture Office, block-level agriculture office or nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) before applying. The requirements may differ depending on the scheme and benefit.

Steps to Apply

Farmers do not need to submit a separate application for the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY). The scheme works by bringing existing government schemes together to address agricultural needs in 100 selected districts. If you are a farmer in one of these districts, follow these steps to find out which benefits you can access:

• Check whether your district is included in PMDDKY by visiting the official scheme information page. The page explains the scheme's coverage and implementation process.
• Contact your District Agriculture Office or block-level agriculture office to ask which agricultural support programmes are available in your district under the scheme.
• Explain what kind of support you need, such as irrigation facilities, crop diversification, storage infrastructure, agricultural credit or assistance for an allied farming activity.
• Ask the concerned officer which existing government scheme covers your requirement and whether you meet its eligibility conditions.
• Collect the application form or access the relevant scheme's official application portal, as advised by the department. PMDDKY itself does not have a separate farmer registration form.
• Submit the required documents and application through the designated process for that particular scheme. Keep your acknowledgement or application reference number, if one is provided, so you can follow up on its status.

For general agricultural guidance, you can also call the Kisan Call Centre at 1800-180-1551. Remember that the PMDDKY dashboard is used to monitor district-level progress; it is not a farmer application portal.

Relevant Links

• Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare – Official Website
• Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana – Official Portal
• Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) Scheme Details and Guidelines
• Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana(PMDDKY) District Performance Dashboard
• Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) Operational Guidelines (PDF)
• Union Cabinet Approval – Official Release

Contact Information

Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY)

• Phone: No verified helpline number is currently listed on the official PMDDKY portal.
• Email: No verified scheme-specific email address available
• Address: Ministry of Agriculture, Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi – 110001, India.

For assistance with a specific agricultural benefit, farmers can also contact their District Agriculture Office or nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK). The PMDDKY portal does not currently provide a verified scheme-specific telephone number.