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All India · Farmer

National Food Security Mission (NFSM)

Also known as: National Food Security Mission · NFSM · राष्ट्रीय खाद्य सुरक्षा मिशन

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare

Benefit

Free certified seeds (50% subsidy) + subsidised micronutrients, farm machinery (50%) & irrigation tools for rice, wheat, pulses, oilseeds & commercial crop farmers

Government mission to increase production of rice, wheat, pulses and other food crops through farmer support.

At a glance

Scheme	National Food Security Mission (NFSM)
For	Farmer
Where	All India
Yearly value (approx.)	₹5,000
Department	Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
How to apply	At office / CSC

Who Can Apply

Indian citizens
For: Farmers

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

Required Documents

Aadhaar Card
Land Records (Khasra / Khatauni)
Bank Account
Farmer Registration (on State Agri Portal)
Caste Certificate (SC/ST for priority)

How to Apply

Get the official application route from your district / department office or the nearest CSC (Common Service Centre).

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for National Food Security Mission (NFSM)?

Indian citizens. For: Farmers.

What is the benefit of National Food Security Mission (NFSM)?

Free certified seeds (50% subsidy) + subsidised micronutrients, farm machinery (50%) & irrigation tools for rice, wheat, pulses, oilseeds & commercial crop farmers (about ₹5,000 a year)

What documents are needed for National Food Security Mission (NFSM)?

Aadhaar Card, Land Records (Khasra / Khatauni), Bank Account, Farmer Registration (on State Agri Portal), Caste Certificate (SC/ST for priority).

How do I apply for National Food Security Mission (NFSM)?

Apply online on the official website: https://nfsm.gov.in/

How can I check if I am eligible for National Food Security Mission (NFSM)?

Answer a few simple questions on YojanaSahay — it tells you free of cost which schemes you qualify for, with the documents for each.