Jharkhand Rajya Fasal Rahat Yojana
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Agriculture,Rural & Environment,Financial assistance
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The scheme was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Cooperative, Government of Jharkhand. This scheme is mainly to provide financial assistance to the farmers in the event of crop damage due to any natural calamity and natural accidents.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Jharkhand. 1. The applicant should be a small or marginal farmer. 1. The applicant should be a ‘Raiyat’ or ‘Bataidaar’ farmer. 1. The age of the farmer should be at least 18 years. 1. The farmer should have a valid Aadhaar Number. 1. Farmers cultivating on government or non-majorua land with lease or settlement documents from the Revenue Department are also eligible. 1. The farmer should possess requisite land papers (LPC/Land Receipts). 1. Farmers can avail benefits for agricultural land ranging from a minimum of 10 decimals to a maximum of 5 acres under the scheme. 1. Crop assistance will be provided to farmers only in case of crop loss of at least 20%. 1. This scheme will be voluntary for all farmers. Note: Under the scheme, special efforts will be made to ensure maximum coverage of SC/ST/Women/Paharia Tribe/Primitive Tribe farmers.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
> Registration Process: Step 1: Visit the official website of the “<nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Jharkhand Rajya Fasal Rahat Yojana" nis:value=https://jrfry.jharkhand.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/>” to apply under the scheme. Step 2: On the home page, click on ‘<nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Farmer Registration" nis:value=https://jrfry.jharkhand.gov.in/register?culture=hi nis:enabled=true/>’ and enter your Name, Aadhaar Number, Mobile Number, Captcha, and then click on ‘Get OTP’. Step 3: After receiving the OTP, enter it to complete your registration. > Login to apply under the scheme: Step 1: Visit the official website of the “J<nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="harkhand Rajya Fasal Rahat Yojana" nis:value=https://jrfry.jharkhand.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/>”. Step 2: Navigate to the ‘Registration’ section on the homepage and click on ‘<nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Application" nis:value=https://jrfry.jharkhand.gov.in/Login?culture=hi nis:enabled=true/>’. Step 3: Choose either your Aadhaar Number or Mobile Number for login, then select the Crop Season, enter your Aadhaar Number or Mobile Number, and provide your password and captcha before clicking ‘login’. Step 4: Your basic information such as name, date of birth, and address will be displayed. Step 5: Review all displayed information carefully, enter the captcha, and click on "Next". Step 6: Upload the required ‘Declaration’ and other necessary documents. Step 7: Re-check all entered information and uploaded documents to ensure accuracy. Step 8: Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation slip confirming your application.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size photograph
- Proof of age
- Bank account details/bank passbook
- Land papers (LPC/Land Receipts/ Vansawali)/Bandobasti Patta issued by Circle Office
- Sahmati Patra from Raiyat in case the applicant is a Bataidaar Farmer
- Complete details of selected crops for sowing along with land area
- Other necessary documents if required
FAQs
Is this scheme a crop insurance scheme?
No, this scheme is not a crop insurance scheme but a compensation scheme to provide financial assistance directly to farmers in case of crop damage.
What are the objectives of the scheme?
The objectives are to provide financial assistance to affected farmers, strengthen their income, ensure financial flow for agricultural work, and support food security, crop diversification, rapid growth, and competition in agriculture.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Eligible applicants are permanent residents of Jharkhand who are small or marginal farmers, 'Raiyat' or 'Bataidaar' farmers, aged at least 18 years, with a valid Aadhaar Number, and possess requisite land papers.
What types of natural calamities are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers flood, waterlogging, earthquake, volcanic eruption, landslide, drought or dry winds, widespread epidemic, naturally caught fire, thunderstorm, storm, torrential rain, and cyclone.
What risks are not considered under the scheme?
Losses caused by war/nuclear risks, malicious losses, preventable risks such as unscientific farming practices, and crop loss due to wild animal attacks are not covered under the scheme.
What benefits are provided under the scheme?
Financial assistance of ₹3,000 per acre (for 30-50% crop loss) and ₹4,000 per acre (for >50% crop loss) is provided, up to a maximum of 5 acres.
Are both Kharif and Rabi season crops covered?
Yes, both Kharif (Paddy & Maize) and Rabi (Wheat, Mustard, Gram, and Potato) season crops are covered under this scheme.
Do farmers need to pay any premium for this scheme?
No, farmers do not need to pay any crop insurance premium under this scheme.
Who are excluded from participating in this scheme?
Exclusions include former and present members of Rajya Sabha/Lok Sabha/Legislative Assembly, ministers, chairpersons of municipal bodies/Zilla Parishad, certain government employees, pensioners with monthly pensions of ₹10,000 or more, income tax payers, and practicing professionals like doctors, engineers, lawyers, chartered accountants, and architects.
How can farmers apply for the scheme?
Farmers can apply by visiting the official website of the Jharkhand Rajya Fasal Rahat Yojana at https://jrfry.jharkhand.gov.in/.
Are farmers cultivating on government or non-majorua land eligible?
Yes, farmers cultivating on such lands with lease or settlement documents from the Revenue Department are eligible.
Is the scheme voluntary for farmers?
Yes, participation in the scheme is voluntary for all farmers.
What is the minimum crop loss required to receive assistance?
Farmers must have a crop loss of at least 20% to receive assistance under this scheme.
How much agricultural land can be covered under the scheme?
Farmers can avail benefits for agricultural land ranging from a minimum of 10 decimals to a maximum of 5 acres.
What if a farmer faces losses due to wild animal attacks?
Losses due to wild animal attacks are not covered under this scheme but under the schemes of the Forest, Environment and Climate Change Department, Government of Jharkhand.