Bihar farmer registration (DBT Agriculture)
A 13-digit farmer registration number that lets you apply online for Bihar agriculture schemes, with benefits paid to your Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Bihar · Farmers · Checked October 2026
At a glance
- Cost
- Free
- You get
- A 13-digit registration number
- How
- Online with an OTP from your phone or computer, or at the nearest Vasudha Kendra
- After registering
- You can apply online for schemes using your 13-digit number (the portal allows this after about 48 hours)
- Farm machinery subsidy
- Applied for on a separate portal, OFMAS, where subsidy rates depend on the equipment and your category
Who can apply
- Owner and non-owner cultivators in Bihar aged 18 or above.
- A mobile number linked to Aadhaar, and an active bank account.
How to apply
- Go to the Agriculture Department's DBT portal and register with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and bank details.
- Keep your registration number and receipt. You will need them for each scheme application.
Documents you usually need
- Aadhaar
- Land records (as the portal requires)
- Bank account details
Go to Bihar DBT Agriculture portal ↗
Things to know
- We could not read the portal's pages in full when checking, and the scheme-specific subsidy percentages are not listed here. Check the portal for current rates and deadlines.
- Registration is free. Do not pay anyone to do it for you.
- Bihar has decided to bring back PM Fasal Bima Yojana from the Rabi 2026–27 season; see the central scheme page for crop insurance.
Frequently asked questions
What is Farmer registration (DBT)?
Bihar farmer registration (DBT Agriculture): Free registration on the Agriculture Department's DBT portal, which gives you a 13-digit number to apply for state farm schemes.
Who is eligible for Farmer registration (DBT)?
Owner and non-owner cultivators in Bihar aged 18 or above. A mobile number linked to Aadhaar, and an active bank account.
What do you get under Farmer registration (DBT)?
A 13-digit farmer registration number that lets you apply online for Bihar agriculture schemes, with benefits paid to your Aadhaar-linked bank account.
How do I apply for Farmer registration (DBT)?
Go to the Agriculture Department's DBT portal and register with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and bank details. Keep your registration number and receipt. You will need them for each scheme application.
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Sources
Details checked on October 2026 against:
- Government of Bihar, Agriculture Department — DBT Agriculture portal (farmer registration)
- PIB — Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana: premiums, coverage, Bihar's return from Rabi 2026–27 (29 Aug 2026)
General information from official sources, not legal or financial advice. SaveItIndia is not a government website. Schemes change, so confirm amounts, dates and eligibility on the official portal or with your bank before you apply.