What is Krishi Bhagya?
Krishi Bhagya Yojana is the Karnataka government's flagship rainwater conservation and farm income enhancement scheme reintroduced in the 2024-25 budget with ₹200 crore allocation. The scheme provides 80-90% subsidy to farmers for constructing Krishi Honda (farm ponds) for rainwater harvesting, polyhouses for hybrid vegetable/flower cultivation, shadenets, lift irrigation pumps, diesel motors, and other water conservation infrastructure. Targeted at small and marginal farmers in dryland districts of Karnataka — particularly North Karnataka and Bayaluseeme regions facing severe drought. Eligible farmers can construct farm ponds (size 12×12×3 metres) at 80% government subsidy (~₹70,000 for general; 90% for SC/ST farmers ~₹80,000). Polyhouses get up to 50% subsidy with maximum ₹15 lakh per acre. Application through Raitha Samparka Kendras (RSK) at taluk level or directly at District Agriculture Office.
Krishi Bhagya — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Krishi Bhagya Yojana Karnataka 2026 — Farm Pond, Polyhouse & Lift Irrigation Subsidy |
| State | Karnataka (कर्नाटक) |
| Launched By | Government of Karnataka |
| Launch Year | 2014 |
| Benefit | 80-90% subsidy on farm ponds (₹70-80K), polyhouses (up to ₹15L/acre), lift irrigation |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Last Verified | 25 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in |
ಕೃಷಿ ಭಾಗ್ಯ ಯೋಜನೆ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸರ್ಕಾರದ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಮಳೆನೀರು ಸಂರಕ್ಷಣಾ ಯೋಜನೆಯಾಗಿದ್ದು 2024-25ರ ಬಜೆಟ್ನಲ್ಲಿ ₹200 ಕೋಟಿ ಅನುದಾನ ಒದಗಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ. ಸಣ್ಣ ಮತ್ತು ಅತಿ ಸಣ್ಣ ರೈತರಿಗೆ ಕೃಷಿ ಹೊಂಡ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣ, ಪಾಲಿಹೌಸ್, ಲಿಫ್ಟ್ ನೀರಾವರಿ ಪಂಪ್ಗಳಿಗೆ 80-90% ಸಬ್ಸಿಡಿ ನೀಡಲಾಗುತ್ತದೆ.
📌 फायदा: ಕೃಷಿ ಹೊಂಡ ನಿರ್ಮಾಣಕ್ಕೆ 80-90% ಸಬ್ಸಿಡಿ (₹70-80 ಸಾವಿರ), ಪಾಲಿಹೌಸ್ಗೆ ₹15 ಲಕ್ಷ/ಎಕರೆ ವರೆಗೆ
पात्रता:
ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರೈತ, ಫ್ರೂಟ್ಸ್ ಐಡಿ ಹೊಂದಿದ ಸಣ್ಣ/ಅತಿ ಸಣ್ಣ ರೈತ (5 ಹೆಕ್ಟೇರ್ಗಿಂತ ಕಡಿಮೆ), ಕನಿಷ್ಠ 1 ಎಕರೆ ಕೃಷಿ ಭೂಮಿ, ಎಸ್ಸಿ/ಎಸ್ಟಿ ರೈತರಿಗೆ 90% ಸಬ್ಸಿಡಿ.
अर्ज कसा करावा:
ನಿಮ್ಮ ತಾಲ್ಲೂಕಿನ ರೈತ ಸಂಪರ್ಕ ಕೇಂದ್ರ (RSK) ಅಥವಾ ಜಿಲ್ಲಾ ಕೃಷಿ ಕಚೇರಿಗೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡಿ ಅಥವಾ raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in ನಲ್ಲಿ ಅರ್ಜಿ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿ.
Benefits of Krishi Bhagya
✅ 80-90% subsidy on farm ponds (₹70-80K), polyhouses (up to ₹15L/acre), lift irrigation
Who is Eligible for Krishi Bhagya?
- ✓ Karnataka resident farmer with valid Fruits ID (Farmer's Registration)
- ✓ Small/marginal farmer (landholding less than 5 hectares)
- ✓ Minimum 1 acre cultivated land — should be drought-prone/rainfed area
- ✓ SC/ST farmers eligible for higher 90% subsidy (general 80%)
- ✓ Farmer should not have availed Krishi Bhagya in last 5 years
- ✓ Land should be in farmer's name or family member's name with consent
Documents Required for Krishi Bhagya
How to Apply for Krishi Bhagya Online?
- 1Register on Karnataka Fruits Portal (fruits.karnataka.gov.in) and obtain a valid Fruits ID
- 2Visit your nearest Raitha Samparka Kendra (RSK) at taluk headquarters or District Agriculture Office
- 3Submit application with Aadhaar, Fruits ID, land records (RTC/Pahani), bank passbook, caste certificate (if SC/ST)
- 4Choose component(s): Krishi Honda farm pond, polyhouse, shadenet, lift irrigation pump, diesel motor, etc.
- 5Field verification by Agricultural Officer — site visit to confirm land ownership and feasibility
- 6Sanction order issued — typically within 30-60 days; choose contractor/supplier from empanelled list
- 7Construct/install the component as per technical specifications under supervision of Agricultural Officer
- 8Submit completion certificate + photos + bills — subsidy released to your bank account (80% general; 90% SC/ST)
- 9Use the infrastructure to harvest rainwater / cultivate hybrid crops — water tested annually under scheme
Official Government Portal — Karnataka
Use raitamitra.karnataka.gov.in directly — there is no application fee, and no third party can speed up your approval.
🔗 Apply at Raitha Samparka Kendra (RSK) or raitamitra.karnataka.gov.inFrequently Asked Questions — Krishi Bhagya
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