Gopinath Munde Shetkari Apghat Suraksha Sanugrah Audhan Yojana

Gopinath Munde Shetkari Apghat Suraksha Sanugrah Audhan Yojana is a Maharashtra government scheme that pays up to ₹2 lakh as compensation to farmer families when the farmer or a covered family member dies or becomes permanently disabled in an accident. The Maharashtra cabinet has extended this scheme till 31 March 2031, and from 1 January 2026 claims are filed online through the MahaDBT farmer portal.

This scheme now covers all members of a farmer family aged 10 to 75 years instead of only the registered farmer and one extra member. The approved amount is paid directly to the family bank account through DBT, and the accident cover works 24 hours a day throughout the year.

Gopinath Munde Shetkari Apghat Suraksha Sanugrah Audhan Yojana Overview

Maharashtra government started this scheme in 2023-24 to help the family of a farmer after an accidental death or permanent disability. Earlier the claim process was fully offline, and the family had to submit papers to the Taluka Agriculture Officer within 30 days. Now the process has moved online, and applicants must file the claim on the MahaDBT portal using the Aadhaar number of the farmer's heir.

As per reports in August 2026, the state cabinet has approved the scheme for another three years, so it will remain open till 31 March 2031. The benefit is paid on top of any other insurance the family already has, and there is no premium or registration charge for the cover.

Benefits

The compensation under this scheme depends on how serious the accident is. The amount for each category is given below.

Accidental death of the farmer or any covered family member gets the full ₹2 lakh. More serious disability such as loss of two limbs, loss of both eyes, or loss of one limb with one eye also gets ₹2 lakh, while loss of one limb or one eye gets ₹1 lakh.

Eligibility

A person can get the benefit of this scheme when the conditions below are met.

• A registered farmer in Maharashtra verified by a 7/12 land extract. Women farmers can also get the benefit.
• Age of the covered person should be between 10 and 75 years.
• All members of the farmer family are covered in the 2026 update, so the benefit is not limited to the registered farmer and one family member.

Exclusions

The scheme does not pay compensation in the situations listed below.

• Natural death, pre-existing physical or mental disabilities, and chronic infections.
• Suicide, attempted suicide, and self-inflicted injuries.
• Accidents during alcohol or drug use, illegal activities, motor rallies, war, civil war, or service in the armed forces.
• Murder committed by an immediate family beneficiary, internal organ bleeding, and mental disability.

Application Process 2026

From 1 January 2026, claims under this scheme are filed online through the MahaDBT farmer portal. The claim must be filed within 30 days of the accident, and the login is done with the Aadhaar number of the farmer's heir. The Taluka Agriculture Officer can be contacted for help in filling the online form.

STEP 1 - Open the MahaDBT farmer portal for agriculture schemes and open the list of farmer schemes.

STEP 2 - Log in with the Aadhaar number of the heir of the farmer. New users need to register once on the MahaONE login page before filing the claim.

STEP 3 - Select Gopinath Munde Shetkari Apghat Suraksha Sanugrah Anudan Yojana from the scheme list and fill the online claim form with the details of the accident.

STEP 4 - Upload all required documents such as the 7/12 land extract, FIR, inquest report, spot panchnama, post-mortem report or disability certificate, and the death certificate.

STEP 5 - Submit the application before the 30 day period is over. After verification by the Taluka Agriculture Officer and the local team, the approved amount is paid to the bank account through DBT.

Documents

The following documents are needed while filing the online claim.

• Valid 7/12 land extract as proof of a registered farmer.
• Village Form No. 6-D (alteration record) and Village Form No. 6-C (inheritance record).
• Birth certificate or school leaving certificate for age proof.
• Death certificate or permanent disability certificate issued by a District Surgeon.
• FIR, inquest report, spot panchnama, post-mortem report, and viscera report.
• Aadhaar number of the heir for online login.

References

MahaDBT Farmer Portal for Agriculture Schemes, Maharashtra

Gopinath Munde Shetkari Apghat Suraksha Sanugrah Anudan Yojana Government Resolution PDF

Lokmat Times: Gopinath Munde farmer accident scheme now on MahaDBT

Navbharat Times: Maharashtra extends accident relief scheme for farmers

Maharashtra Government Schemes List

FAQ's

Who qualifies as a beneficiary?

All members of a registered farmer family aged 10 to 75 years are covered after the 2026 update. Earlier only the registered farmer and one family member were covered.

What amount is paid for accidental death?

The scheme pays ₹2 lakh for the accidental death of a covered farmer or family member.

Which accidents are covered?

Road and railway accidents, drowning, electrocution, lightning, snake or scorpion bites, animal bites, flood accidents, and riots are covered.

Is the scheme still available in 2026?

Yes. The scheme has been extended till 31 March 2031 after cabinet approval, and online claims are being accepted on the MahaDBT farmer portal.

How to apply online?

The claim is filed on the MahaDBT farmer portal within 30 days using the Aadhaar number of the farmer's heir, with all documents uploaded online.

Is there an application fee?

No, the claim process is completely free.

How is a dispute handled?

If a claim is rejected, the family can approach the District Appellate Committee chaired by the District Collector.