Mukhyamantri Bagwani Mission: Kela Vikas Yojana supports farmers in 15 districts of Bihar by providing financial support and high-quality tissue-cultured banana plants. The scheme encourages commercial plantain cultivation on land ranging from 0.25 to 10 acres and gives direct subsidies to eligible ryot and non-ryot farmers.
Mukhyamantri Bagwani Mission: Kela Vikas Yojana - Introduction
Mukhyamantri Bagwani Mission: Kela Vikas Yojana is a key part of the wider Mukhyamantri Bagwani Mission, run by the Department of Agriculture, Bihar. It promotes commercial plantain farming by offering financial support and healthy tissue-cultured plants to farmers across 15 specific districts.
The scheme keeps fair chances for everyone by setting aside quotas for SC, ST, and women farmers. All money reaches eligible farmers directly through the DBT system, so both ryot and non-ryot farmers can easily take part.
As of August 2026, the scheme is still open for applications for the current financial year. Farmers who register on the DBT portal and apply through the official horticulture website can get the yearly subsidy for banana cultivation.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Bagwani Mission: Kela Vikas Yojana |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary States | Bihar |
| Category | Agriculture, Rural & Environment |
| DBT Scheme | Yes |
| Nodal Department | Agriculture Department |
Benefits
Farmers can get structured financial support through this scheme to help cover cultivation costs. The support is given as follows:
| Duration | Amount per Hectare |
|---|---|
| First Year | ₹46,875 |
| Second Year | ₹15,625 |
In addition, farmers receive high-quality tissue-cultured plants to get a healthy and productive crop yield.
Eligibility
To qualify for this support, a farmer should meet the following criteria:
- Should be a resident of Bihar and a practicing farmer.
- Must belong to one of the identified districts: Arwal, Bhojpur, Buxar, Gopalganj, Jehanabad, Kaimur, Lakhisarai, Madhepura, Nawada, Saran, Shivhar, Sitamarhi, Siwan, Supaul, or Sheikhpura.
- Should own or lease land between 0.25 acres (0.1 ha) and 10 acres (4 ha).
- Must complete registration on the official DBT portal.
Example: If Ramesh, a farmer from Sitamarhi, owns 2 acres of land and is registered on the DBT portal, he is eligible to apply for this plantation support.
Allocation Guidelines: The scheme reserves 78.56% for general category, 20% for Scheduled Castes, and 1.44% for Scheduled Tribes, with a special focus that includes 30% participation for women. Ryot farmers apply on the basis of land documents, while non-ryot farmers apply using a contract form.
Application Process
Farmers should follow these steps to apply for the scheme.
STEP 1 - Complete the DBT registration by visiting the official DBT portal.
STEP 2 - Verify identity using Aadhaar through OTP, bio-auth, or IRIS, and enter the Aadhaar number and name as per Aadhaar.
STEP 3 - Fill in the details, including farmer information, land details, and bank account data, then submit the form to get the registration ID.
STEP 4 - Wait for 48 hours after DBT registration, then visit the official horticulture scheme page to apply.
STEP 5 - Enter the 13-digit DBT registration number to fetch the details, upload the required documents, verify the application, and submit it. Save the generated application number for future reference.
Documents
Farmers should prepare the following documents for the application:
- Passport-sized photograph of the farmer.
- Land-ownership record or revenue receipt.
- A valid contract form, which is required for non-ryot farmers.
- Genealogy document, only if the name is not clearly mentioned on the land ownership records.
References
FAQ's
What is Mukhyamantri Bagwani Mission: Kela Vikas Yojana?
This is a specialized scheme by the Bihar Agriculture Department to help farmers improve plantain output through financial support and quality saplings.
Which districts are covered?
It covers 15 districts, including Arwal, Bhojpur, Buxar, Gopalganj, Jehanabad, Kaimur, Lakhisarai, Madhepura, Nawada, Saran, Shivhar, Sitamarhi, Siwan, Supaul, and Sheikhpura.
What is the land limit for applying?
Farmers can apply if they have between 0.25 acres and 10 acres of agricultural land.
How much financial support will I receive?
Farmers receive ₹46,875 per hectare in the first year and ₹15,625 per hectare in the second year.
How do I get the money?
The government transfers all financial support directly to the bank account using the DBT system.
Can non-ryot farmers apply?
Yes, non-ryot farmers can apply by submitting a valid contract form along with the application.