What is Krishak Bandhu scheme?

Krishak Bandhu is West Bengal's flagship farmer welfare scheme that provides ₹10,000 per year income support to all farmers with land, plus a ₹2 lakh death benefit insurance to the family of a deceased farmer.

How much do farmers get under Krishak Bandhu?

Farmers receive ₹10,000 per year paid in two instalments (₹5,000 each during Kharif and Rabi seasons) as farm income support. Additionally, a ₹2 lakh ex-gratia is provided on the farmer's death.

Who is eligible for Krishak Bandhu?

All farmers in West Bengal who own agricultural land between 1 decimal and any amount, including sharecroppers (bargadars) registered with the government, are eligible for Krishak Bandhu benefits.

How to apply for Krishak Bandhu?

Farmers can apply at Duare Sarkar camps, through the block agriculture office, or via the krishakbandhu.net portal. Land documents (RoR), Aadhaar card, and bank account details are required.

How to check Krishak Bandhu payment status?

Farmers can check their Krishak Bandhu payment status at krishakbandhu.net by entering their registered mobile number or Krishak Bandhu ID issued during registration.

What is the Krishak Bandhu death benefit?

When a registered Krishak Bandhu farmer passes away (irrespective of cause), the nominee/family receives a one-time ex-gratia payment of ₹2 lakh by applying through the local Agriculture Office.

West Bengal Government Scheme – Farmer Welfare

Krishak Bandhu – A Lifeline for West Bengal’s Farming Community – কৃষক বন্ধু প্রকল্প

Annual income support and death benefit for all farmers of West Bengal | 2026

Updated 2026 – Amount doubled; coverage extended to sharecroppers

All Farmers Annual Income Aid⚰️ Death Benefit Sharecroppers Included

About Krishak Bandhu

Krishak Bandhu (কৃষক বন্ধু — ‘Farmer’s Friend’) is West Bengal’s primary farmer welfare scheme, providing annual income support and a death benefit to all registered farmers in the state. The scheme covers both landowners and sharecroppers (bargadars) and provides ₹10,000 per year (₹5,000 per crop season) directly to the farmer’s bank account. In case of death of the farmer between ages 18–60, the family receives a ₹2 lakh death benefit — providing crucial financial security.

₹10,000

Annual income support — ₹5,000 per crop season

₹2L

Death benefit for farmer aged 18–60 years

70L+

Registered farmers benefiting from the scheme

DBT

Direct transfer before Kharif and Rabi seasons

Benefits & Features

₹10,000 annual income support — ₹5,000 before Kharif and ₹5,000 before Rabi
₹2 lakh death benefit for farmer’s family if farmer dies aged 18–60
Covers both landowner farmers and sharecroppers (bargadars)
Direct bank transfer — no middlemen, no delay
Over 70 lakh farmers registered across West Bengal
No premium or contribution needed — fully state-funded scheme

⚠️ Death Benefit Claim: In case of farmer’s death, the family must submit a claim form to the District Agriculture Office with the death certificate within the stipulated period.

How to Apply – 2026

Submit land documents (Khatian/Daag) and Aadhaar for landowner registration

Sharecroppers must submit the bargadari certificate

After verification, registration is approved and bank details are linked

₹5,000 is credited before each crop season directly to your bank account

Aadhaar Card Land Records (Khatian/Daag) for landowners Bargadari Certificate (for sharecroppers) Bank Passbook Copy Passport Photo

Official Portal & Status Check

Official Portalkrishakbandhu.net

Step 1Visit the official portal listed above

Step 2Enter your application/registration ID or Aadhaar

Step 3Check application and payment/benefit status online

Krishak Bandhu has become the backbone of farmer welfare in West Bengal. With ₹10,000 annual support reaching over 70 lakh farmers before each crop season, and a ₹2 lakh safety net for families in case of the farmer’s death, the scheme provides both prosperity and security to Bengal’s agricultural community.

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