Education is one of the most effective tools for improving the socio-economic condition of farming families. Recognising that financial constraints often prevent talented students from pursuing higher education, the Government of Uttar Pradesh has launched the Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravriti Yojana (Chief Minister Farmer Scholarship Scheme). The scheme is designed to provide financial assistance to meritorious children of farmers and agricultural labourers so that they can continue their education without interruption.Objective of the SchemeThe primary objective of the Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravriti Yojana is to ensure that deserving students from farming families are not deprived of higher education due to financial hardship. The scheme particularly encourages students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate education in agriculture and allied disciplines, while promoting educational advancement among the rural youth of Uttar Pradesh.By investing in the education of farmers’ children, the state aims to build a skilled agricultural workforce capable of adopting modern farming techniques and contributing to rural development.Major Announcement (August 2026)In a significant boost to the scheme, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed its expansion to cover a larger number of meritorious students. As part of this decision, the monthly scholarship has been enhanced from Rs 3,000 to Rs 5,000, substantially increasing financial support for eligible beneficiaries.Key Features
- Monthly scholarship increased to Rs 5,000.
- Financial support for meritorious children of farmers and agricultural labourers.
- Encourages higher and technical education, especially in agriculture.
- Merit-based selection process.
- Aims to reduce dropout rates among rural students.
- Supports the state’s vision of strengthening agricultural education and rural human capital.
Eligibility CriteriaApplicants must fulfill the following conditions:
- Must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
- Parents should be farmers or agricultural labourers.
- Selection is based on academic merit.
- The applicant should satisfy other eligibility conditions prescribed by the implementing authority.
Documents RequiredApplicants are generally required to submit:
- Aadhaar Card.
- Uttar Pradesh Domicile Certificate.
- Income Certificate.
- Proof that parents are farmers or agricultural labourers (Khatauni, Kisan Bahi, Labour Card or equivalent).
- Previous educational mark sheets.
- Bank account details and passbook copy.
- Passport-size photographs, if required.
ImplementationThe scheme is implemented by the Uttar Pradesh State Agricultural Marketing Board (UP Mandi Parishad), which oversees the application process, preparation of merit lists, and scholarship disbursement.Students are advised to carefully follow the official notification and submit complete documentation within the prescribed timelines.BenefitsThe Mukhyamantri Krishak Chhatravriti Yojana provides multiple long-term benefits:
- Reduces the financial burden on farming families.
- Enables talented students to pursue higher education.
- Encourages professional education in agriculture and allied sciences.
- Promotes social and economic mobility in rural areas.
- Helps create a skilled generation of young agricultural professionals.
How to ApplyEligible students should:
- Check the official notification issued by the UP Mandi Parishad.
- Fill out the prescribed application form.
- Submit all required documents.
- Await publication of the merit list.
- Upon selection, the scholarship amount is transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), subject to applicable guidelines.
