State-wise Tractor Subsidy Schemes 2026

Table of Contents

• At a Glance: Tractor Subsidy Schemes
• About Tractor Subsidy Schemes in India
• Central Government Tractor Subsidy Scheme 2026 
• State-Wise Tractor Subsidy Schemes 2026
• Who Is Eligible for a Tractor Subsidy in India?
• Documents Needed for Tractor Subsidy
• Conclusion

At a Glance: Tractor Subsidy Schemes

About Tractor Subsidy Schemes in India

Tractor subsidy schemes in India are financial assistance programs provided by central or state governments to reduce the purchasing cost of tractor for farmers. Tractor subsidies offered by central and state governments usually range from 25% to 50% of the tractor's ex-showroom price. There are mainly two types of tractor subsidies and they are as follows:

Central Government Schemes: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare fund and manage these schemes in collaboration with state governments.

State Government Schemes: These schemes don’t have support from the central government. The application portals, eligibility rules, and budgets allocated for these schemes differ in each state.

Central Government Tractor Subsidy Scheme 2026

Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) is the main central government scheme for tractor subsidy in 2026. Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare handles this scheme, and eligible farmers get a subsidy of 25% to 50% of the tractor's cost. SC/ST category farmers and other marginal farmers get a higher percentage subsidy.

Key points about SMAM 2026:

• Subsidy range is 25%–50% of tractor purchase price
• SC/ST farmers, women farmers, small and marginal farmers are eligible for this scheme.
• Application portal is- agrimachinery.nic.in (official Government of India portal)
• PM Kisan Samman Nidhi beneficiaries may receive priority consideration in several states.
• SMAM subsidy is credited directly to farmer's bank account after purchase verification.

State-Wise Tractor Subsidy Schemes 2026

Who Is Eligible for a Tractor Subsidy in India?

Sometimes eligibility criteria can vary in different states but some common eligibility criteria in most states are as follows:

• Local resident farmers who own or cultivate agricultural land.
• No previously received tractor subsidy from any government scheme in the 7-10 years.
• A small or marginal farmer, but some states allow all category farmers.
• SC/ST farmers, women farmers, and farmer producer organization (FPO) members often get a higher subsidy percentage.
• There can only be a maximum of one subsidy per household per scheme cycle.
• Usually, 20 HP to 70 HP tractors are eligible for the subsidy. In some states, below 45 HP tractors are only considered for the subsidy.

It is important to note here that farmers who qualify under multiple categories may receive the highest available subsidy rate under that state's priority rules. For example, a woman farmer from an SC background will get more subsidy as compared to an ordinary farmer.

Documents Needed for Tractor Subsidy

Rejection or delay in getting a tractor subsidy can be avoided simply by keeping all the required documents ready at the verification stage. Here is a list of all the documents needed in most states:

• Aadhaar card (mandatory for DBT credit)
• Aadhaar-linked account passbook or cancelled cheque
• Land ownership or land lease records (7/12 extract, Bhu-Naksha, or Pahani)
• Caste certificate (for SC/ST category applicants)
• Passport-size photographs
• Tractor quotation or invoice from an authorized dealer
• Income certificate (where applicable)
• A valid mobile number linked to Aadhaar

The tractor subsidy application process in 2026 is mostly digital. A majority of states need online registration through state agriculture portals or the central agrimachinery.nic.in portal.

Conclusion

Tractor subsidy schemes in India provide an opportunity to small farmers to reduce their upfront tractor buying costs. Farmers get subsidies ranging from 25% to 50% depending on the state where they apply for it. Also, the application process has become digital and easily accessible to all farmers.