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Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA)

Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

Published 18 September 2026

In short

PM-AASHA ensures farmers get remunerative MSP prices through Price Support Scheme procurement, Price Deficiency Payment and Private Procurement mechanisms, protecting against distress selling. Register with your state procurement agency before harvest season.

Key facts

Nodal ministry
Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Level
Central
Launched
2018
Last date
Check state agriculture department for season-wise dates
Helpline
NA

What you get

Farmers get assured remunerative prices for their produce through mechanisms like Price Support Scheme (government procurement at MSP), Price Deficiency Payment Scheme, and Private Procurement and Stockist Scheme, protecting them from distress selling.

Who is eligible

Farmers growing notified crops covered under Minimum Support Price (MSP) in states implementing the relevant PM-AASHA component are eligible.

Documents you need

Land records, Aadhaar card, bank account details, and registration with the state procurement agency.

How to apply

Register with your state's designated procurement agency or mandi before the harvest season to sell your produce at MSP under the applicable PM-AASHA component.

Frequently asked questions

What does PM-AASHA stand for?

Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan, meaning income protection scheme for farmers.

How does PM-AASHA protect farmer income?

Through MSP-based government procurement, price deficiency payments, and private procurement mechanisms depending on the crop and state.

How do farmers register for MSP procurement under PM-AASHA?

By registering with the state's designated procurement agency or mandi before the harvest season.

Before you apply: confirm every date, fee and eligibility rule on the official website linked on this page. Public and Policy is an independent portal, not a government body, and details change without notice.