Kufri Chipsona-1 Potato Seed Scheme: Apply for ₹93,863 Subsidy per Hectare

“Aaloo Ke Kufri Chipsona-1 Prabed Ke Kshetra Vistaar Yojana” is launched by the Department of Agriculture, Bihar, with the aim of expanding the cultivation area of the Kufri Chipsona variety suitable for potato processing. The scheme also seeks to increase farmers’ incomes by promoting processing activities. Under this scheme, certified quality seeds of the Kufri Chipsona variety will be provided to farmers.

Benefits

• Affordable High-Quality Seeds:
  Farmers receive Kufri Chipsona-I potato seeds at an estimated price of ₹4,000 per quintal or the actual seed price, whichever is lower.

• Financial Assistance:
  Total financial assistance is ₹93,863 per hectare, with ₹70,397 provided in the first year and ₹23,466 in the second year.

Eligibility

• Residency:
  The applicant must be a resident of Bihar.

• Occupation:
  The applicant should be a farmer.

• Land Holdings:
  The applicant must own agricultural land ranging from a minimum of 0.25 acres (0.1 ha) to a maximum of 5 acres (2 ha).

• DBT Registration:
  The applicant must be registered on the DBT portal.

Beneficiary Allocation:

• General Category: 78.56%

• Scheduled Castes: 20%

• Scheduled Tribes: 1.44%

• Women Participation: 30%

Additional Notes:

• Ryot farmers can claim benefits based on land documents; non-ryot farmers must use a contract form.

• Beneficiaries will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis.

Application Process

DBT Registration Process

1. Visit the DBT portal registration page.

2. Select the Aadhaar verification type (OTP/Bio-Auth/IRIS).

3. Enter your Aadhaar number and name as per Aadhaar, then click “Authentication.”

4. Enter the OTP and click “Validate OTP.”

5. Confirm Kisan Credit Card (KCC) details and click “Farmer Registration.”

6. Fill in all required details including farmer details, land information, and bank account details, then click “Submit.”

7. Validate with OTP and click “Register” to generate your Registration ID.

8. After 48 hours, use your 13-digit registration number to apply for the scheme.

Online Application of the Scheme

1. Visit the official website.

2. Scroll to the bottom, confirm the checkbox, and click “Proceed to apply.”

3. On the next page, select the “Type of Applicant” and enter your DBT Registration Number. Click “Get details.”

4. Fill in the required details such as address and land details, and upload documents.

5. Confirm the checkbox and click “Submit.”

6. An Application Number will be generated—keep this for future reference.

7. A printout of the filled application can also be taken using the Print option.

Documents Required

For DBT Registration Process:

• Aadhaar details (linked with mobile number)

• Passport-size photo

• Farmer details

• Land information

• Bank account details

For the Online Application:

• Passport-size photo

• Contract form (for non-ryot farmers)

• Land-ownership/revenue receipt (if applicable)
  Note: If the applicant’s name is not clear in the land document, a genealogy must be attached.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is the primary goal of this scheme?
  To expand the cultivation area of the Kufri Chipsona variety and promote potato processing in Bihar.

• What benefits do farmers receive under this scheme?
  They receive affordable, high-quality potato seeds and financial assistance per hectare.

• What is the cost of the potato seeds provided under this scheme?
  Seeds are provided at an estimated price of ₹4,000 per quintal or the actual seed price, whichever is lower.

• What financial assistance is offered to farmers under this scheme?
  A total subsidy of ₹93,863 per hectare (₹70,397 in the first year and ₹23,466 in the second year).

• Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
  Residents of Bihar who are farmers owning between 0.25 and 5 acres of agricultural land and are registered on the DBT portal.

• Can non-landholding farmers apply for this scheme?
  No, the scheme is designed for farmers with land holdings.

• How are beneficiaries selected under this scheme?
  Beneficiaries are selected on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Is there any reservation or category-based allocation in the scheme?
  Yes, allocations include 78.56% for General, 20% for Scheduled Castes, 1.44% for Scheduled Tribes, and a 30% target for women participation.

• What happens if the applicant’s name is unclear in the land document?
  A genealogy must be attached along with the land-ownership/revenue receipt.

• Do farmers need to register for this scheme?
  Yes, registration on the DBT portal is mandatory.

• What type of seeds are provided under the scheme?
  Certified quality seeds of the Kufri Chipsona-I variety.

• Can women farmers apply for the scheme?
  Yes, women farmers are eligible under the specified participation quota.

Sources and References

• Guidelines

• Online Application