The Annadata Sukhibhava Scheme is a farmer-welfare initiative by the government of Andhra Pradesh designed to give eligible farmers a fixed annual financial assistance so they can invest in agriculture (seeds, fertiliser, input cost etc) and maintain livelihoods. It is effectively the successor or revamped version of earlier schemes such as the YSR Rythu Bharosa Scheme, with a higher benefit amount and broader coverage.
The scheme was relaunched under this name by the state government, with a target of ₹20,000 per eligible farmer per year (which combines central support via PM‑Kisan Samman Nidhi and an increased state contribution).
Why the Scheme Was Introduced: Background & Objectives
Farming in Andhra Pradesh faces multiple pressures — rising input costs, erratic weather, tenant land issues, marginal holdings. The previous scheme (YSR Rythu Bharosa) provided lower amounts (₹13,500 previously: ₹6,000 central + ₹7,500 state) per annum.
The government’s objective with Annadata Sukhibhava is to:
- Increase the assistance to ₹20,000 per farmer family per year (₹14,000 state + ₹6,000 centre) to give stronger financial backing.
- Cover more farmers including tenant farmers, small & marginal holdings, ensuring no eligible farmer is left out.
- Simplify the process, strengthen e-KYC/account linking, and ensure funds directly reach bank accounts.
Key Benefits: Amount, Instalments & What Farmers Get
Here are the main benefit details:
- Annual benefit: ₹20,000 per eligible farmer household in Andhra Pradesh. This includes ₹6,000 from the central PM-Kisan scheme and ₹14,000 from the state scheme.
- The disbursement is structured in installments: The first installment is ₹7,000 (₹2,000 from Centre + ₹5,000 from state) as reported when the scheme was rolled out.
- In the rollout reported for 2025: the state budget allocated ₹6,300 crore for Annadata Sukhibhava in this financial year.
- Number of beneficiaries targeted: approximately 46.85 lakh (4.685 million) farmers for the scheme launch in August 2025.
The idea is to enable these farmers to purchase inputs (seeds, fertiliser, pesticides), cover investment gaps and stabilize agricultural incomes.
Eligibility Criteria for the Annadata Sukhibhava Scheme
Here are the eligibility criteria which a farmer must meet (based on currently available information):
- Must be a resident of Andhra Pradesh and have a valid Aadhaar number.
- Must be an active farmer (owning or cultivating land) or tenant farmer as prescribed by the state scheme rules.
- The household must have valid bank account and Aadhaar-bank linkage. Reports show farmers with inactive/dormant bank accounts or missing Aadhaar-account linkage faced issues.
- e-KYC completion is required: For example, in a recent verification exercise, 47.41 lakh farmers completed e-KYC, yet about 1.21 lakh farmers faced issues (dormant account or missing NPCI linkage).
- Exclusions may apply for ineligible land holdings or income, but those details are being finalised under the scheme.
Important tip: Since the scheme was relaunched or renamed in 2024-25, always check with your district agriculture office or Rythu Seva Kendra for the lists and latest criteria.
How to Register / Apply Online for the Scheme
Here is how a farmer can register / apply or how the process is reported:
- Visit the official portal of the scheme: for example, the ‘Know Your Status’ and other features are available at annadathasukhibhava.ap.gov.in.
- Ensure your Aadhaar is linked to your bank account, e-KYC is done, land records are updated. Problems indicated include dormant bank accounts or missing Aadhaar-bank linkage.
- If your name does not appear in the eligible list, you can raise a grievance or approach the Rythu Seva Kendra at your mandal/village level.
- Once approved, the payment will be released in installments directly into the bank account.
While a full “apply online” portal (for new applications) may still be in process, the focus currently is on verification of listed farmers, so if you’re eligible, check your status rather than apply afresh.
How to Check Payment Status & Beneficiary List
To check your status under Annadata Sukhibhava:
- Use the official portal ‘Know Your Status’ feature at annadathasukhibhava.ap.gov.in.
- Use Aadhaar number, bank account number or mobile number (whichever is linked) to verify if you have been approved and payment has been credited.
- The scheme also publishes district/mandal-wise lists for verification at village secretariats / Rythu Seva Kendras.
- If you do not receive payment, check whether your e-KYC is done, your bank account is active, your Aadhaar-bank linkage is valid. The government has flagged issues such as 76,705 farmers with dormant bank accounts and 44,977 with missing Aadhaar-bank linkage
- For grievances call the toll-free number 155251.
Important Dates & 2025 Update for the Scheme
Here are the major timeline and latest updates you should be aware of:
- The scheme was announced/renamed in June 2024
- The rollout for the 2025 cycle was scheduled for 2 August 2025. On that date, the first installment was to be credited.
- In the 2025 budget, the government allocated ₹6,300 crore for Annadata Sukhibhava.
- The first disbursement in the first phase: state portion ₹5,000 + central portion ₹2,000 = ₹7,000 per farmer. Total outlay for first phase ~ ₹2,342.92 crore (state) + ₹831.51 crore (centre) covering 46.85 lakh farmers.
- If you are a beneficiary, keep an eye on whether your name appears in the list and ensure no missing steps like e-KYC.
- Note: There are later instalments scheduled (₹5,000 in second phase, ₹4,000 in third from state + central (₹2,000 each phase)) as per reports.
Scheme Details: Amount Release, Instalments & Payment Mechanism
Diving a little deeper into how the payment works:
- Total per household per year: ₹20,000 (₹14,000 state + ₹6,000 central) as standard.
- Payment schedule (in 2025 launch):
- 1st instalment: ₹7,000 (₹5,000 state + ₹2,000 centre)
- 2nd instalment: ₹7,000 (presumably similar breakdown)
- 3rd instalment: ₹6,000 (₹4,000 state + ₹2,000 centre)
- Funds will be transferred via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) into the bank accounts of eligible farmers after verification.
- The government emphasised that each eligible farmer should receive the assistance directly; no intermediaries. The verification process includes Aadhaar-bank-NPCI map checks, e-KYC, account activity.
Scheme Coverage: Who’s Included & Who’s Exclude
Coverage:
- Small and marginal farmers, tenant farmers, owning/cultivating land registered in the state. The aim is wide coverage so that “not a single eligible farmer is left out.”
- The target number of beneficiaries in 2025: ~46.85 lakh farmers.
Exclusions / issues to watch out for: - Bank account must be active; Aadhaar must be linked to the account; missing linkage or dormant account may disqualify payment
- Verification of e-KYC is essential; farmers with incomplete e-KYC may have payment delayed.
- Even though tenant farmers are included, land-less labourers may not be. Ensure your classification under the scheme before expecting funds.
- If your name is not in the beneficiary list, you must file a grievance through the portal or at the Rythu Seva Kendra
Scheme Implementation in Andhra Pradesh: State Specifics & Monitorin
The state government of Andhra Pradesh has put in place rigour in implementation:
- A pre-verification exercise reviewed ~47.41 lakh farmers; out of those, ~1.21 lakh faced issues such as dormant accounts or missing Aadhaar-bank linkage
- District officers and field staff are tasked with resolving such issues.
- Grievance redressal is set up via toll-free numbers and the portal; 59,750 grievances were registered under the scheme in one report, and 58,464 were already resolved.
- The scheme launch (2 August 2025) was marked with a push across village secretariats, mandals, and constituency levels.
The state emphasises transparency, direct transfers, accountability of field staff and proper outreach (via WhatsApp ‘Mana Mitra’, notices at Rythu Seva Kendras). Farmers are advised to check their names in the list, verify status online, and complete e-KYC/bank linking early.
What Farmers Should Do Next & Key Takeaways
Here’s a simple checklist if you are a farmer in Andhra Pradesh who believes you are eligible:
- Check whether you are in the official beneficiaries’ list, via the official portal or your Rythu Seva Kendra.
- Ensure your Aadhaar is linked to your bank account, that the bank account is active and mapped to NPCI, and that e-KYC is completed. If you have not done this, rectify immediately.
- If your name is not in the list, file a grievance with the agriculture department or through the toll-free number (155251) and Rythu Seva Kendra.
- When payment is credited, note how much (first instalment ₹7,000 etc) and ensure the amount is deposited in your account.
- Keep your land/cultivation documents, tenant farmer proof (if applicable), and other records ready.
- Don’t fall for fake SMS/apps. The government has issued warnings about cyber-fraud apps posing as “Annadata Sukhibhava” login portals.
- Stay updated about future instalments and announcements from the agriculture department or district collector office.
13. FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. What is the total annual benefit under Annadata Sukhibhava?
A1. ₹20,000 per eligible farmer household per year (₹14,000 from State + ₹6,000 from Centre).
Q2. When was the scheme launched/rolled out?
A2. The scheme was renamed and announced in June 2024; the rollout for 2025 cycle began around 2 August 2025 for 46.85 lakh farmers.
Q3. How many instalments and how much in each?
A3. Reported disbursement: first ₹7,000 (₹5,000 state + ₹2,000 central), subsequent instalments of ~₹7,000 and ~₹6,000 to follow
Q4. How can I check if I am eligible or payment is credited?
A4. Visit the official portal (annadathasukhibhava.ap.gov.in), use ‘Know Your Status’ or check your Aadhaar/bank account linkage. You can also call toll-free number 155251. \
Q5. Do tenant farmers qualify?
A5. Yes — tenant farmers are included under this scheme as per government order.
Q6. What if my bank account is inactive or Aadhaar-bank linkage missing?
A6. You may face delay or disqualification; the state has flagged such issues (76,705 inactive accounts, 44,977 missing NPCI linkage) and is doing rectification.
Q7. Is this scheme only for certain crops?
A7. The primary purpose is to provide financial assistance to farmers themselves. Some older versions of the scheme had crop-specific subsidies, but the current version focuses on farmer income support.
Q8. How do I apply online?
A8. For now primarily verification of eligible farmers is underway; check the official portal, ensure your details are updated, and follow instructions from your village/mandal level office.
Q9. When is the last date to apply?
A9. Official last date for fresh applications hasn’t been explicitly published; however, ensuring you are in the list and bank linkages etc are completed early ensures you are not left out.
Q10. How do I know if I’m in the beneficiary list?
A10. Check on the portal or at Rythu Seva Kendra; your name must appear in the list and your status should show payment approved. If not, raise grievance.
Sources & References
Government Order for the scheme: PDF on AP Agri Dept (apagrisnet.gov.in)