Sub Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) is a central government scheme under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. It is implemented as a component of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) to promote farm mechanization across all states. The revised SMAM operational guidelines for 2026 were released in August 2026 and can be downloaded in PDF format at agrimachinery.nic.in.
SMAM helps farmers buy modern farm machinery and equipment with a subsidy. The scheme aims to increase the ratio of farm power to cultivable unit area up to 2.5 kW per hectare and extend the benefits of mechanization to small and marginal farmers, women farmers and farmers in low mechanized regions.
SMAM Scheme 2026
Sub Mission on Agricultural Mechanization has the following main aims:
- Increasing the reach of farm mechanization to small and marginal farmers and to the regions where availability of farm power is low;
- Promoting Custom Hiring Centres to offset the adverse effects of scale arising due to small farm size and high cost of individual ownership;
- Creating hubs for hi-tech and high value farm equipment;
- Creating awareness among stakeholders through demonstration and training activities;
- Making sure of performance testing and certification at designated testing centers located all over the country.
SMAM Subsidy Details
Under SMAM, money support is given to farmers for buying farm machinery on individual ownership basis. The subsidy rate depends on the category of the farmer.
- Small and marginal farmers, SC and ST farmers, women farmers and farmers of North Eastern and Himalayan states get 50% of the machine cost as subsidy.
- All other farmers get 40% of the machine cost as subsidy.
- FRA (Forest Rights Act) patta holders get 90% of the machine cost as subsidy.
For Custom Hiring Centres, the subsidy is given at 40% of the project cost for projects costing up to ₹250 lakh. For Kisan Drone Custom Hiring Centres, agriculture graduates get 50% of the basic cost of the drone and its attachments or up to ₹5 lakh, whichever is less. The funds sharing pattern between Centre and States is 60:40 for normal states, 90:10 for North Eastern and Himalayan states and 100:0 for Union Territories.
Highlights of SMAM Scheme
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Sub Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) |
| Launched By | Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare |
| Beneficiaries | Farmers, women farmers, SC/ST farmers, small and marginal farmers |
| Subsidy | 40% to 50% of machine cost (up to 90% for FRA patta holders) |
| Application Mode | Online at agrimachinery.nic.in |
| Official Website | agrimachinery.nic.in |
How to Apply for SMAM Scheme
Farmers can apply for SMAM scheme online through the DBT portal for agriculture machinery. The steps to follow are given below.
STEP 1 - Go to the official website at agrimachinery.nic.in and click on the farmer registration option on the homepage.
STEP 2 - Register using your Aadhaar number. After registration, a unique login ID and password will be given. E-KYC verification is done using the Aadhaar number.
STEP 3 - After login, upload your basic details like bank account, land records and other required documents.
STEP 4 - Apply for purchase of a single implement under the subsidy scheme. A unique application ID will be generated along with a PIN for tracking the application status online.
STEP 5 - Select a dealer from the approved list, purchase the implement, and the dealer will upload the bill, implement details and joint photos. After physical verification by the government officer, the subsidy is approved and paid directly to your bank account through DBT.
SMAM Scheme 2026 Guidelines PDF
The revised SMAM operational guidelines for 2026 cover the objectives, strategy, Annual Action Plan components, subsidy pattern, list of approved testing centers and the procedure for credit linked capital subsidy. The guidelines also cover the promotion of Kisan Drones and farm machinery banks.
Download the revised SMAM 2026 guidelines PDF from the official website at agriwelfare.gov.in. For related scheme details, see the Rainfed Area Development Programme guidelines.
FAQ's
What is the subsidy under SMAM scheme?
Small and marginal farmers, SC and ST farmers, women farmers and farmers of North Eastern and Himalayan states get 50% of the machine cost as subsidy. Other farmers get 40%. FRA patta holders get 90% subsidy.
How to apply for SMAM scheme online?
Farmers can apply online through the DBT portal at agrimachinery.nic.in by registering with their Aadhaar number and uploading the required documents.
What is the official website of SMAM scheme?
The official portal for SMAM scheme is agrimachinery.nic.in where farmers can register, apply and track the status of their subsidy application.
