YSR Rythu Bharosa Scheme 2025

YSR Rythu Bharosa Scheme 2025: Financial Support for Andhra Pradesh Farmers

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YSR Rythu Bharosa Scheme 2025: Financial Support for Andhra Pradesh Farmers

The YSR Rythu Bharosa Scheme is one of the most ambitious welfare initiatives launched by the Government of Andhra Pradesh for the benefit of farmers. Introduced in October 2019, this scheme aims to provide direct financial support to eligible farmers to help them with agricultural expenses and reduce their dependency on loans.

With agriculture being the backbone of Andhra Pradesh’s economy, the Rythu Bharosa scheme has played a crucial role in boosting farmers’ income, promoting sustainable agriculture, and improving rural livelihoods.

Let’s take a detailed look at the objectives, eligibility, benefits, application process, and latest updates related to the scheme in 2025.

🔍 What is YSR Rythu Bharosa Scheme?

The YSR Rythu Bharosa – PM-Kisan Scheme is a joint initiative of the Andhra Pradesh State Government and the Central Government (through PM-Kisan). The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹13,500 per year to each eligible farmer family for five years.

  • ₹6,000 comes from the Central Government under the PM-Kisan scheme.

  • ₹7,500 is contributed by the Andhra Pradesh Government under Rythu Bharosa.

This amount is credited directly to the bank accounts of eligible farmers in three installments every year.

🎯 Objectives of the Scheme

  1. Financial security for farmers during crop seasons.

  2. Encourage timely sowing and use of proper agricultural inputs.

  3. Reduce the burden of loans and dependency on private moneylenders.

  4. Improve the standard of living for small and marginal farmers.

  5. Promote sustainable agriculture by supporting input costs.

💰 Key Features and Benefits

  • Total Benefit: ₹13,500 per year per family

  • Disbursed In: Three installments

    • May: ₹7,500 (First installment before Kharif season)

    • October: ₹4,000 (Second installment during crop growth)

    • January: ₹2,000 (Third installment before Rabi)

  • Mode of Payment: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

  • Includes tenant farmers, small and marginal farmers, and SC/ST/BC farmers

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To avail of benefits under the YSR Rythu Bharosa Scheme, the applicant must:

  • Be a resident of Andhra Pradesh.

  • Be a land-owning farmer or registered tenant farmer.

  • Possess valid land records and Aadhaar number.

  • Be listed in the State Agriculture Department database.

Not Eligible:

  • Institutional landholders

  • Income tax payers

  • Government employees or pensioners (except for Multi-Purpose Extension Officers)

  • Professionals like doctors, engineers, lawyers registered with professional bodies

📝 How to Apply?

Most eligible farmers are automatically enrolled using land and Aadhaar data. However, if you’re a farmer and not receiving benefits:

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Visit the nearest Rythu Bharosa Kendram (RBK) or village secretariat.

  2. Submit:

    • Aadhaar card

    • Land ownership or lease documents

    • Bank account details

  3. Officials will verify eligibility and submit data to the agriculture department.

📅 Latest Updates – 2025

  • The first installment of ₹7,500 was released in May 2025, benefitting over 51 lakh farmers.

  • The second installment of ₹4,000 is expected to be credited in October 2025.

  • Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister has assured timely disbursal of all three installments.

  • E-KYC is now mandatory to continue receiving benefits — farmers are advised to update Aadhaar-linked mobile numbers.

🌐 How to Check Payment Status

Farmers can check the payment status online:

  1. Visit: https://ysrrythubharosa.ap.gov.in

  2. Click on “Know Your Status”

  3. Enter your Aadhaar number and captcha

  4. Click Submit to view installment details and payment status

📈 Impact of the Scheme

The scheme has had a significant impact on the farming community in Andhra Pradesh:

  • Over ₹25,000 crores disbursed since 2019

  • Decrease in farmer suicides due to better financial stability

  • Increase in timely purchase of seeds and fertilizers

  • Promotion of organic farming through Rythu Bharosa Kendrams

☎️ Helpline and Support

  • Toll-Free Helpline: 1902

  • District Agricultural Offices and Village Secretariats are also available to resolve issues

💬 What Farmers Say

Many farmers have expressed gratitude to the government for this support. Here are a few voices:

“I used to borrow money before every season. Now, with the ₹13,500 coming every year, I’m able to buy seeds and fertilizers on time.”
– Ramarao, Farmer from Guntur

“Earlier I had to mortgage my gold. Now, I get this support without interest or repayment.”
– Lakshmi, Tenant Farmer, Kadapa

📌 Conclusion

The YSR Rythu Bharosa Scheme has become a cornerstone of farmer welfare in Andhra Pradesh. With its transparent DBT system, regular installments, and inclusion of tenant farmers, it has gained the trust of lakhs of families. As the scheme continues in 2025, farmers are urged to keep their documents updated and reach out to local officials for any discrepancies.

The combination of state and central support makes this scheme a model for other states aiming for farmer empowerment.

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