In a welcome move for the farming community, the enrolment deadline under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) for the Kharif 2026 season in Odisha has been extended from 31 July to 15 August 2026.
The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India, approved the extension following a request from the Cooperation Department, Government of Odisha.
This extra time gives eligible farmers a crucial opportunity to enrol and protect their crops against losses from natural calamities and other notified risks – especially important in an El Niño year.
What crops are covered?
Under PMFBY Kharif 2026, the scheme covers Paddy, Maize, Groundnut, Ragi, Cotton, Red Gram, Ginger and Turmeric in the designated areas of the state.
Who can enrol?
The scheme is open to everyone in the farming community – loanee farmers, non-loanee farmers and sharecroppers.
Best part: It’s almost free
The Government of Odisha is offering crop insurance coverage free of cost up to 5 acres per farmer. Farmers only need to pay a nominal ₹1 per plot for account validation. The entire farmer’s share of the premium is borne by the State Government, with additional subsidy support from the Centre.
How to enrol
- Loanee farmers: Visit your nearest PACS/LAMPCS or bank branch.
- Non-loanee farmers: Enrol through Common Service Centres (CSCs), Cooperative Banks, commercial bank branches, insurance intermediaries or approved digital platforms.
- Help is also available at nearby PACS/LAMPCS, ARCS, DRCS, CDAO offices and authorised insurance representatives.
Farmers must have an Aadhaar number or Aadhaar enrolment proof. Keep land records, bank account details and crop-related information ready for smooth registration.
The Cooperation Department has appealed to all eligible farmers who have not yet enrolled to complete their registration on or before 15 August 2026.
