Rythu Bandhu Scheme, Telangana: Eligibility, Status Check, Amount, Benefits

The Rythu Bandhu Scheme is an initiative by the Telangana government for the objective of helping the farmers of Telangana by providing financial assistance for the 2 cycles of the crop season – Rabi and Kharif. The main aim of the scheme is to provide the farmers with financial aid as well as prevent them from getting stuck in any kind of debt trap. Through this initiative, the government will offer financial support of Rs. 5000 for each acre per season, assisting small and marginal farmers in cultivating crops without facing financial difficulties. The Rythu Bandhu Scheme was renamed as the Telangana Rythu Bharosa Scheme on 26th January 2025 by the Chief Minister A. Revanath Reddy. Under the newly revised policy, the financial aid has been increased to Rs 6000 per acre per season.

Rythu Bandhu Scheme Overview

The details for the Rythu Bandhu Scheme are given below:

Latest Updates in the Rythu Bandhu Scheme 

The Bandhu Scheme was renamed by the Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanath Reddy to Telangana Rythu Bharosa Scheme on 26th January 2025. Under the updated scheme, the farmers will be provided with aid of a total of Rs. 12,000 per acre annually(Rs. 6000 per acre per season). The program is accessible to farmers via a simple online application process, making it simple for them to obtain and monitor its advantages.

Rythu Bandhu Scheme Objective

The Rythu Bandhu Scheme has two objectives:

• To help small and marginal farmers grow crops without any financial problems.
• To help prevent farmers from getting stuck in debt traps.

This scheme helps the farmers with assistance in equipment and products like fertilizers, insecticides and pesticides.

Key Features of Rythu Bandhu Scheme 

Key features of the Rythu Bandhu scheme are:

1. Eligible farmers will be given an amount of Rs. 5000 per acre per season.
2. The payment will be received by the farmers through a cheque.
3. Applicable for two crop seasons of the year – Rabi and Kharif.
4. Other incentives, like free pesticides and insecticides, will be given to the farmers.
5. The scheme primarily focuses on small and marginal farmers.
6. The financial aid is provided before the start of the season, so the farmers do not face any difficulties before the crop season.

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Eligibility Criteria for Rythu Bandhu Scheme 

The Telangana government has set up some eligibility criteria in order to differentiate between the farmers who are in actual need of financial aid via Rythu Scheme. The eligibility criteria for a farmer to get the advantages of the Scheme are:

1. The candidate needs to be a Telangana state resident.
2. The farmers must have their own agricultural land.
3. Commercial farmers cannot apply for the Rythu Bandhan Scheme.
4. The Scheme is also inapplicable to farmers who work for other people, such as tenant farmers or those under rental contracts.
5. Farmers having a Record of Forest Rights(ROFR) document are eligible for the benefits of the Rythu Bandhu Scheme.

Required Documents for Rythu Bandhu Scheme 

Documents required to be eligible for the Rythu Bandhu Scheme are:

• Aadhaar card
• Land ownership papers
• Pan card
• Voter ID card 
• Address proof
• Bank account details
• BPL certificate 
• Caste certificate

How to Apply for the Rythu Bandhu Scheme

The following guidelines must be adhered to apply for the Scheme after verifying the individual’s eligibility in accordance with the eligibility rules:

1. To apply for the Rythu Bandhu Scheme, the farmers must contact their MRO(Mandal Revenue Officer) or Agriculture Extension Officer.
2. Provide details like land ownership details and bank account information.
3. The MRO will enter all the details in the Rythu Bima portal, and Dharani land records will be used to verify the farmers’ land records.
4. The applicant receives their username and password after all verification is complete.

Rythu Bandhu Scheme Status Check

1. To check the Rythu Bandhu Scheme status, visit the webpage: https://www.rythubharosa.telangana.gov.in/
2. In the top right corner, click on the login option.

1. One can access the portal by logging in via mobile number or by providing a username and password.

1. After filling in the details, enter the captcha and click on “Verify credentials and Get OTP”.
2. Enter the OTP received through the message app.
3. Once logged in, one can access the information by clicking on the Track status option.

Rythu Bandhu Scheme Amount per Acre

For small and marginal farmers who receive benefits under the Rythu Bandhu Scheme, the Telangana government has set aside a specific sum of Rs. 5,000 per acre per season(Rs. 10,000 annually). There are two agricultural seasons for crops- Rabi and Kharif Seasons, so a total amount of Rs. 10,000 was provided to the eligible farmers annually through the mode of cheque under this scheme. But according to the latest update in the scheme, now farmers will get Rs. 6000 per acre per season or 12000 annually. 

List of Crops Covered Under the Rythu Bandhu Scheme

The list of crops covered under the Rythu Bandhu Scheme is listed below:

• Paddy
• Corn
• Soyabean
• Peas
• Pepper
• Cotton
• Sugarcane

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List of Affiliated Banks with the Bandhu Scheme 

The beneficiaries of the scheme can collect their cheque before the start of the season from the following list of banks affiliated under the Bandhu Scheme. The issued cheque has a three-month validity, and the farmer can collect it from the listed banks according to their convenience.

1. Public Sector Banks:

• State Bank of India (SBI)
• Andhra Bank
• Syndicate Bank
• Corporation Bank
• Indian Overseas Bank
• Canara Bank

2. Regional Rural Banks:

• Telangana Grameena Bank
• Andhra Pradesh Gramina Vikas Bank

3. Cooperative Banks:

• Telangana State Cooperative Urban Bank 

Statistics: Rythu Bandhu Scheme, Telangana

The total breakdown of the recipients under the Rythu Bandhu Scheme is given below in the table:

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Rythu Bandhu Scheme Contact Details Department Wise

The contact details of the departments are provided in the link, which contains a PDF file containing the list of all the contact numbers of officials, departments, district, division, mandal, and cluster-wise.

FAQs

1. Who is eligible for the Rythu Bandhu Scheme?

Ans: Farmers in Telangana qualify for the Rythu Bandhu Scheme.

2. What is the amount received in the Rythu Bandhu Scheme?

An annual amount of Rs. 12,000 is allocated under the Bandhu Scheme.

3. Is it possible for a commercial farmer to apply for the Rythu Bandhu Scheme?

Ans: A commercial farmer can’t take advantage of the Rythu Bandhu Scheme.

4. What is the Rythu Bandhu Scheme’s official website?

Ans: Official website of Rythu Bandhu Scheme: https://www.rythubharosa.telangana.gov.in/

5. What is the overall count of farmers who have benefited from the Rythu Bandhu Scheme?

Ans: A total of 58.33 lakhs farmers have received the amount under the Rythu Bandhu Scheme.