10K FPO Scheme guidelines are available to download in PDF format at sfacindia.com and agriwelfare.gov.in. These are the operational guidelines for the formation and promotion of 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and they explain the full rules for setting up and running an FPO under the central sector scheme.
Central government launched this scheme on 29 February 2020 with a budget outlay of ₹6,865 crore till 2027-28. As per the latest update, all 10,000 FPOs have already been formed. As on 1 January 2026, over 56.32 lakh farmers are part of the scheme, and out of these 21.96 lakh are women farmers. Around 1,175 FPOs are registered with 100% women members.
About 10K FPO Scheme 2026
The aims and objectives of the 10K FPO scheme are as follows:
- To provide a complete and broad based supportive ecosystem to form 10,000 new FPOs, which helps in developing vibrant and sustainable income oriented farming and the overall socio-economic development and wellbeing of farming communities.
- To improve productivity through efficient, cost effective and sustainable use of resources, and to get higher returns through better liquidity and market linkages for their produce, so that farmers can become sustainable through collective action.
- To provide handholding and support to new FPOs for up to 5 years from the year of creation in all parts of FPO management, inputs, production, processing and value addition, market linkages, credit linkages and use of technology.
- To provide effective training to FPOs so they can develop agriculture entrepreneurship skills and become economically viable and self-sustaining beyond the period of government support.
Benefits Under 10K FPO Scheme
Each new FPO formed under the scheme gets financial and institutional support to help it grow and become self-sustaining. The main benefits are given below.
- Handholding support for a period of five years to each new FPO formed under the scheme.
- Financial assistance of ₹18 lakh to each FPO towards management cost for 3 years.
- Matching equity grant of up to ₹2,000 per farmer member, with a limit of ₹15 lakh per FPO.
- Credit guarantee facility of up to ₹2 crore of project loan per FPO from eligible lending institutions, so that FPOs can get institutional credit easily.
Highlights of 10K FPO Scheme
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Formation and Promotion of 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) |
| Launched By | Central Government (Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare) |
| Launch Date | 29 February 2020 |
| Budget Outlay | ₹6,865 crore till 2027-28 |
| Target | 10,000 FPOs (target achieved) |
| Financial Support | ₹18 lakh per FPO for management cost |
| Official Website | sfacindia.com and agriwelfare.gov.in |
How to Download 10K FPO Scheme Guidelines PDF
Farmers and FPOs can download the operational guidelines PDF from the official websites. The guidelines are available in English and Hindi, and they explain the full process of forming and promoting an FPO.
STEP 1 - Go to the official website at sfacindia.com guidelines page and look for the operational guidelines of the Formation and Promotion of 10,000 FPOs scheme.
STEP 2 - You can also download the official guidelines PDF directly from the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare website at agriwelfare.gov.in FPO guidelines PDF.
STEP 3 - For the latest state wise list of registered FPOs and scheme updates, visit the SFAC FPO scheme page.
How to Register an FPO on e-NAM
FPOs and Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) can register on the e-NAM portal to sell their produce online. Registration can be done through the website or the mobile app, or by providing the required details at the nearest e-NAM mandi.
STEP 1 - Visit the official e-NAM website at enam.gov.in FPO registration page.
STEP 2 - Provide the name of the FPO or FPC, and the name, address, email ID and contact number of the authorized person (MD/CEO/Manager).
STEP 3 - Provide the bank account details, including the name of the bank, branch, account number and IFSC code, and complete the registration.
FAQ's
Is the 10K FPO scheme still running in 2026?
Yes. The scheme is still running, and the target of forming 10,000 FPOs has already been achieved. The scheme continues with a budget outlay of ₹6,865 crore till 2027-28.
Where can I download the 10K FPO scheme guidelines PDF?
The guidelines PDF can be downloaded from the official websites sfacindia.com and agriwelfare.gov.in. The operational guidelines are available in English and Hindi.
How much financial support does an FPO get under this scheme?
Each FPO gets financial assistance of ₹18 lakh towards management cost for 3 years, along with matching equity credit of up to ₹15 lakh and a credit guarantee facility of up to ₹2 crore.
Who can form an FPO under this scheme?
Farmers who are producers of agricultural products can form groups and register an FPO either under Part IXA of the Companies Act or under the Co-operative Societies Act of their state.
For more details on the FPO scheme and online registration, check the PM Kisan FPO Yojana page on this website.
