Summary of the Scheme
Name of Scheme	Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana
Benefits	Monthly scholarship up to ₹5,000
Beneficiary	Meritorious children of farming families
Nodal Agency	Uttar Pradesh Mandi Parishad
Subscription	Subscribe here to get Update Regarding Scheme
Mode of Apply	Offline

Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana 2026: Eligibility, Benefits, Documents & Offline Application Process

The Uttar Pradesh Government has introduced the Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana to provide financial assistance to meritorious students belonging to farming families. The scheme aims to encourage children of farmers and agricultural labourers to pursue higher education in Agriculture, Home Science and other allied agricultural disciplines.

Under this scholarship scheme, eligible students can receive financial assistance of ₹5,000 per month (₹60,000 per year) to support their educational expenses. The government has also increased the total number of scholarship seats from 1,410 to 2,820, providing opportunities to more deserving students across Uttar Pradesh.

If you are a student from a farming family pursuing agricultural education in Uttar Pradesh, this article will help you understand the scheme’s benefits, eligibility criteria, required documents and application procedure.

1. Overview of Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana

Particulars	Details
Scheme Name	Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana
Launched By	Uttar Pradesh Government
Implementing Agency	Uttar Pradesh Mandi Parishad
Beneficiaries	Children of farmers and agricultural labourers
Scholarship Amount	₹5,000 per month
Annual Scholarship	₹60,000
Total Scholarship Seats	2,820
Eligible Courses	Agriculture, Home Science and allied subjects
Course Level	Undergraduate and Postgraduate
Application Mode	Offline
Selection Process	Merit-Based
Official Authority	Uttar Pradesh Rajya Krishi Utpadan Mandi Parishad

2. What Is the Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana?

The Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana is a merit-based financial assistance programme operated by the Uttar Pradesh State Agricultural Produce Mandi Parishad.

The primary objective of this scheme is to support talented students whose parents are farmers or agricultural labourers. It helps students pursue higher education in agricultural universities, institutes and colleges recognised by the state.

The scheme covers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Agriculture and Home Science, including allied disciplines such as Horticulture, Forestry and Animal Husbandry.

Through this initiative, the government aims to reduce the financial burden on farming families and encourage more students to build careers in the agricultural sector.

3. Latest Scholarship Benefits

The Uttar Pradesh Government has revised the scholarship amount and increased the number of beneficiaries.

The major benefits include:

• Monthly Scholarship: Eligible students receive ₹5,000 per month.
• Annual Financial Assistance: Students can receive up to ₹60,000 annually.
• Increased Scholarship Seats: The total number of seats has increased from 1,410 to 2,820.
• Higher Education Support: Financial assistance is available for undergraduate and postgraduate agricultural studies.
• Wide Institutional Coverage: The scheme covers 11 agricultural universities and institutes and 61 agricultural colleges across Uttar Pradesh.
• Continued Assistance: Students who successfully pass their annual examinations can continue receiving the scholarship in subsequent years.

Previous vs Revised Scholarship Amount

Particulars	Earlier	Revised
Monthly Scholarship	₹3,000	₹5,000
Annual Scholarship	₹36,000	₹60,000
Total Seats	1,410	2,820

This revision provides an additional ₹24,000 per year to each eligible student compared with the earlier scholarship amount.

4. Eligibility Criteria

Students must fulfil the following eligibility conditions to apply for the Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana.

1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
2. The applicant must be the son or daughter of a farmer or agricultural labourer, or fully dependent on them.
3. The farmer’s name must appear in the agricultural land records (Bhu-Abhilekh) as holding agricultural land on the date of application.
4. The applicant must be studying in a government or government-aided agricultural university, institute or college in Uttar Pradesh.
5. The applicant must be enrolled in an eligible Agriculture or Home Science course or an allied discipline.

Minimum Marks Required

For Undergraduate (UG) Courses:

• Minimum 70% marks in Intermediate from the Uttar Pradesh Board.
• Minimum 85% marks in Intermediate from any other recognised board.

For Postgraduate (PG) Courses:

• Minimum 70% marks in the graduation examination.

Selection is based on academic merit. Eligible students are ranked according to their marks in descending order.

5. Courses Covered Under the Scheme

The scholarship supports students pursuing higher education in the following disciplines:

Undergraduate Courses:

• Agriculture
• Home Science

Postgraduate Courses:

• Agriculture
• Home Science

Allied Agricultural Disciplines:

• Horticulture
• Forestry
• Animal Husbandry

Students should confirm the eligibility of their particular course with their respective institution before applying.

6. Required Documents

Applicants need to submit the following documents through their educational institution:

1. Uttar Pradesh Domicile Certificate.
2. Prescribed Scholarship Application Form or Certificate.
3. Class 12 Marksheet (for undergraduate students).
4. Graduation Marksheet (for postgraduate students).
5. Recent Passport-Size Photograph.
6. Bank Passbook.

The concerned university or college may request additional documents depending on its application requirements.

7. How to Apply for Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana?

The application process for this scholarship is completely offline. Students cannot assume that they can submit the application through an online scholarship portal.

Follow these steps:

Step 1: Take Admission

First, obtain admission to an eligible Agriculture or Home Science undergraduate or postgraduate course at a government or government-aided agricultural university, institute or college in Uttar Pradesh.

Step 2: Contact Your Institution

Visit your university or college administration and ask the competent authority about the Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana application form.

Step 3: Fill Out the Application Form

Complete the prescribed application form with accurate personal, academic and family information.

Step 4: Attach Required Documents

Attach the necessary documents, including your domicile certificate, academic marksheets, photograph and bank passbook.

Step 5: Submit the Application

Submit the completed application form to the concerned authority of your university or college before the deadline announced by the institution.

Step 6: Merit List Preparation

The university or college prepares a merit list of eligible applicants in descending order of academic marks.

Step 7: Verification and Approval

The selection committee examines the applications and approves the eligible students. The concerned Divisional Deputy Director (Administration/Marketing) of the Mandi Parishad provides final approval.

Step 8: Scholarship Disbursement

After approval, the selected students’ details are forwarded to the Mandi Parishad headquarters for the release of scholarship funds.

8. Scholarship Seat Distribution

The government has increased the scholarship seats across agricultural universities, institutes and colleges.

Agricultural Universities and Institutes

Course	Earlier Seats	Revised Seats
Agriculture Graduation	25	50
Home Science Graduation	6	12
Agriculture Post-Graduation	10	20
Home Science Post-Graduation	4	8

Agricultural Colleges

Course	Earlier Seats	Revised Seats
Agriculture Graduation	10	20
Agriculture Post-Graduation	5	10

Each eligible agricultural university or institute can now award scholarships to 90 students, while each agricultural college can support 30 students under the revised arrangement.

9. Important Terms and Conditions

Before applying, students should understand the following conditions:

• Students must maintain good academic performance and discipline throughout their studies.
• After the first year, students must pass the annual examination to continue receiving the scholarship.
• Students who fail in any academic year become ineligible for the remaining duration of the course.
• If a student is already receiving another scholarship from the university, college or another source, they must choose one scholarship and return the other.
• Providing incorrect information or concealing important details can result in cancellation of the scholarship without prior notice.

10. Contact Details and Official Website

For further information, application guidelines and assistance, students can contact the Uttar Pradesh Rajya Krishi Utpadan Mandi Parishad.

Helpline Numbers:

• 0522-2720383
• 0522-2720384
• 0522-2720405

Email: dirmandi@gmail.com

Official Website: Uttar Pradesh Rajya Krishi Utpadan Mandi Parishad.

Students are advised to contact their respective institutions or the Mandi Parishad for the latest application deadlines, prescribed forms and detailed guidelines.

11. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the Uttar Pradesh Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravritti Yojana?

It is a merit-based scholarship scheme for eligible children of farmers and agricultural labourers pursuing higher education in Agriculture, Home Science and allied disciplines in Uttar Pradesh.

Q2. How much scholarship is provided under this scheme?

Eligible students can receive ₹5,000 per month, amounting to ₹60,000 annually.

Q3. Who can apply for this scholarship?

Students who are residents of Uttar Pradesh, belong to farming or agricultural labourer families and study in eligible government or government-aided agricultural institutions can apply.

Q4. What is the minimum percentage required for undergraduate students?

Students need at least 70% marks in Intermediate from the UP Board or 85% marks from other boards.

Q5. What is the minimum percentage required for postgraduate students?

Students must secure at least 70% marks in their graduation examination.

Q6. Can students from private agricultural colleges apply?

The scheme covers government and government-aided agricultural institutions. Students enrolled in unaided private colleges should not assume eligibility.

Q7. Is the application process online or offline?

The application process is offline. Students need to contact their respective universities or colleges.

Q8. How many scholarship seats are available?

The revised scheme provides a total of 2,820 scholarship seats across eligible agricultural institutions in Uttar Pradesh.

Q9. Can I receive this scholarship along with another scholarship?

No. According to the scheme conditions, students receiving another scholarship must choose one and return the other.

Q10. Is the scholarship renewable every year?

Students can continue receiving the scholarship in subsequent academic years if they pass their annual examinations and fulfil the other conditions.