Uttar Pradesh Agri Junction Yojana

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The Uttar Pradesh Agri Junction Yojana, officially known as the Prashikshit Krishi Udyami Swavalamban Yojana, is a state government scheme run by the Agriculture Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh. The department started this scheme in 2022-23 to help trained agriculture graduates set up their own agri-input business centres, called AgriJunction centres, where farmers can buy quality seeds, fertilizers and pesticides and also get technical advice in one place.

The government launched the Agri Junction Scheme with two clear objectives. The first is to give farmers easy access to genuine agricultural inputs and information on improved farming techniques close to their villages. The second is to create self-employment for unemployed youth who hold degrees in agriculture and allied subjects, so that their technical knowledge directly reaches the farming community instead of going unused.

Under the scheme, a selected candidate can take a bank loan of up to ₹3,50,000 to set up the centre and receive an interest subsidy of up to ₹42,000 on that loan through the bank. The government also pays 50% of the shop rent for one year, up to ₹2,000 per month. On top of this, selected candidates get a free licence to sell fertilizers, seeds and pesticides, along with free training on starting and running the business.

The AgriJunction Yojana runs for five years, up to 2027, with a target of setting up 10,000 AgriJunction centres across the state. NABARD provides technical support, while cooperative and commercial banks provide the loans. The department selects one beneficiary per development block (Vikas Khand), and a district-level committee chaired by the District Magistrate or Chief Development Officer screens the applications. A total of 4,395 centres have already been established under the scheme.

The Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Department accepted online registrations for the AgriJunction scheme for the 2026 cycle only till the fixed last date of 30 May 2026. Registration is now closed, and no dates for the next application round have been officially announced by the concerned authority yet.

Along with the Agri Junction scheme, the Uttar Pradesh Government is also implementing other farmer-support initiatives such as the Mukhyamantri Krishak Samriddhi Yojana, which aims to provide easier access to agricultural credit for small and marginal farmers, and the Atmanirbhar Krishak Samanvit Vikas Yojana, focused on promoting integrated and self-reliant agricultural development. You can check the complete details of these schemes here.

Scheme Benefits

Under the Agri Junction scheme, selected applicants are provided the following benefits to help them establish and run their agri-input centres.

• Bank Loan: Selected candidates can get a bank loan of up to ₹3,50,000 to set up the AgriJunction centre.
• Interest Subsidy: The government provides an interest subsidy of up to ₹42,000 on this loan through the bank.
• Rent Subsidy: The department bears 50% of the shop rent for one year, up to ₹2,000 per month.
• Free Licence: Beneficiaries get free licences to deal in fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides.
• Free Training: The department trains selected candidates on how to start and run the business.
• Self-Employment: Agriculture graduates get a steady source of income in their own block.
• Benefit for Farmers: Farmers get quality seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and information on improved farming techniques in one place.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the residence, education, and age conditions set by the Agriculture Department to apply for an AgriJunction centre.

• The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
• An agriculture graduate, an Agriculture Business Management graduate, or a graduate in agriculture and allied subjects such as horticulture, animal husbandry, forestry, dairy, veterinary science, poultry, and similar activities.
• The degree must come from a state or central university, or any other university recognised by ICAR/UGC.
• If such graduates are not available, the department may also consider experienced diploma holders or Intermediate-qualified candidates in agriculture.
• The maximum age limit is 40 years, with a relaxation of up to 5 years for SC/ST and women applicants..
• The applicant should be unemployed.
• The department selects only one beneficiary per development block.

Selection Process

A district-level committee selects trained agriculture youth after screening the applications they submit.

• The District Magistrate or Chief Development Officer chairs the committee.
• The Deputy Director (Agriculture Department), Lead District Manager (LDM), and Secretary or Chief Executive Officer of the District Cooperative Bank Ltd. serve as members.
• The committee may also invite representatives of other related departments.
• The committee selects one candidate per development block.

Documents Required

Applicants need to upload the following documents on the official portal while applying for the AgriJunction Scheme.

• Aadhaar card
• Bank passbook
• PAN card
• Domicile certificate
• Date of birth certificate (High School marksheet)
• High School marksheet
• Intermediate marksheet
• Graduation (Agriculture) marksheet
• Income certificate
• Passport-size photograph
• Active mobile number and email ID

Steps to Apply for Uttar Pradesh Agri Junction Yojana

Candidates have to apply online through the Agri Junction section of the Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Department portal, and the department sends the final application to district-level officials for review.

Online Application Process

• Visit the official Agri Junction website.
• On the home page, click on Apply for the Scheme under Apply.
• Read the instructions and click on "I Agree" to open the application form.
• Enter your personal details, verify your mobile number through OTP, and fill in your address, caste, PAN, and bank details.
• Submit the initial registration and log in using the username and password received on your registered mobile number.
• Upload all the required documents in PDF format.
• Complete the educational details by entering your High School, Intermediate (Agriculture), and Agriculture Graduation information and uploading the respective marksheets.
• Enter existing loan details, if applicable, and review all the information carefully.
• Click on "Submit Application" and confirm the submission. Check your dashboard to ensure the application status shows "Reviewed and Submitted."

Note: Registration for the Agri Junction Yojana is currently closed. The Agriculture Department accepted online applications for 2026 until 30 May 2026. Eligible candidates should keep checking the official AgriJunction portal for the next registration round, as the concerned authority has not yet announced new dates officially.

Offline Assistance

Candidates can also visit the office of the District Agriculture Officer, the District Deputy Director of Agriculture, or the Agriculture Directorate for guidance and assistance with the application process and district-specific information.

After Submission: Verification and Approval

• District officials scrutinise the submitted applications and documents.
• The district-level committee chaired by the DM/CDO selects one beneficiary per development block.
• Selected candidates receive free training and free business licences for fertilizers, seeds, and pesticides.
• The beneficiary then takes a bank loan and sets up the AgriJunction centre with interest and rent subsidy support.

DBT and Payment Details

Under the Agri Junction Scheme, the bank adjusts the interest subsidy, while the department provides the rent subsidy for one year. The concerned authority has not yet released the exact DBT, Aadhaar seeding, or e-KYC process for these subsidies officially, so applicants should contact the District Agriculture Officer or their bank for disbursement details.

Relevant Links

• Uttar Pradesh Agri Junction Yojana Login
• Uttar Pradesh Agri Junction Yojana Application Form
• Uttar Pradesh Agri Junction Portal
• Department of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh
• Uttar Pradesh Agri Junction Yojana Details

Contact Information

• UP Agriculture Department Contact Details
• Uttar Pradesh Agri Junction Helpdesk: [email protected]