Summary
As of February 2026, nearly 2.5 million farmers have enrolled, with Haryana having the highest number of participants.
Farmers aged 18 to 40 contribute a fixed amount each month, and the central government matches each contribution, creating a shared savings pool.
The pension amount starts at a minimum of 3,000 rupees per month, and a surviving spouse can receive half of that amount if the farmer passes away after retirement.
The scheme is managed by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare in partnership with the Life Insurance Corporation of India, using a paperless enrolment process at nearby Common Service Centres.