AI SummaryAgricultural Investment Grant (in Case of Crop Damage of 33 or More) helps farmers in Uttarakhand recover from natural disasters by providing financial support for crop losses of 33% or more. This scheme, run by the Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority, pays cash support to individual farmers who lose standing crops to floods, heavy rainfall, hail, drought or other notified calamities.
For the 2026-27 period, the state has kept this grant in its disaster response framework and the Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Plan 2026-27 has been published on the official USDMA website. Farmers who report crop damage of 33% or more can still get help through the offline verification process followed by payment at the tehsil level.
Key Information
Quick details of the grant are given below before the full explanation.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Agricultural Investment Grant (in Case of Crop Damage of 33 or More) |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Uttarakhand |
| Category | Agriculture, Rural and Environment |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Main Department | Department of Disaster Management |
| Department Running the Scheme | Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority |
| Application Mode | Offline through revenue officials |
| Official Website | https://usdma.uk.gov.in |
Benefits
The grant provides specific relief payments based on land type and the nature of the crop produced. For example, if a farmer in a rain-fed region suffers heavy damage to annual crops, the payment follows the state approved scale given below.
| Crop Type | Assistance Amount | Minimum Payable |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, Horticulture, and Annual Crops (Unirrigated) | ₹8,500 per hectare | ₹1,000 |
| Areas with Assured Irrigation | ₹17,000 per hectare | ₹2,000 |
| Evergreen Crops | ₹22,500 per hectare | ₹2,500 |
| Sericulture Farmers | ₹6,000 per hectare | - |
| Eri, Mulberry, and Tussar Crops | ₹7,000 per hectare | - |
| Munga Crops | - | ₹1,000 |
Eligibility
To qualify for this grant, a farmer should meet the following requirements:
- Resident farmer of Uttarakhand who is actively engaged in agricultural work within the state.
- The support applies only to the area that was actually sown with crops and later damaged.
Documents
The following documents and records are needed during the verification process:
- Form P-20 entry confirmation documentation carefully recorded by the local Patwari.
- Additional supporting documents asked by the local revenue office.
Application Process
The grant follows an offline application process. There is no online form on any portal to claim this assistance. Farmers need to report the loss and then go through the revenue checking process after a disaster event occurs.
STEP 1 - Report the disaster and the extent of damage to local authorities as soon as the crop is damaged.
STEP 2 - A local Patwari will visit the land to verify the damage and officially record it in the P-20 form.
STEP 3 - The Tehsildar and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate will then review and verify this report.
STEP 4 - Once approval is granted by the District Magistrate, the relief funds are paid at the Tehsil level.
References
Official details and the latest state disaster management documents can be found below.
FAQ's
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Any resident farmer of Uttarakhand who is actively performing agricultural operations within the state is eligible.
What is the minimum crop damage required for eligibility?
The farmer must prove a crop loss of at least 33% due to notified natural disasters to receive assistance.
Is the assistance available for all types of crops?
Yes, the scheme covers various types, including agriculture, horticulture, evergreen crops, and sericulture, according to the official rates.
What is the rate of help for unirrigated areas?
For unirrigated agriculture, horticulture, or annual crops, the farmer receives ₹8,500 per hectare with a floor amount of ₹1,000.
What is the rate of help for irrigated areas?
If the land has assured irrigation, the farmer receives ₹17,000 per hectare with a floor amount of ₹2,000.
Is the assistance applicable for all farmland owned by me?
No, the aid is strictly calculated based on the actual area where the crop was sown and damaged.
How is the extent of my crop damage determined?
Damage assessment is conducted physically by the local Patwari, who prepares reports in the official P-20 form.
Who gives final approval for the disbursement of assistance?
The District Magistrate is the authority responsible for providing the final approval for the relief funds.
How are the relief funds distributed?
Once the District Magistrate confirms the approval, the relief money is paid to the farmer's account or through the office at the Tehsil level.