WB Krishak Bandhu Scheme Update: The Bhumihin Khetmajur Scheme was launched in 2026 to provide financial security to the workers of West Bengal who do not have cultivable land in their name and earn their living by farming on other people’s land. Under this scheme, a total of Rs 4,000 will be directly transferred to the bank account through DBT method annually—in two installments of Rs 2,000 each (during Rabi and Kharif seasons).
What is the Landless Farmer Scheme?
This scheme is for those who do not have their own land, but earn their living by farming on other people’s land regularly. This financial assistance has been launched keeping in mind that many of them are not included in the Krishak Bandhu (New) scheme or do not own land. The aim is to provide small financial support during the agricultural season-based expenses.
Benefits
- Total Rs. 4,000 per year
- Rs 2,000 in Rabi season
- Rs . 2,000 in Kharif season
- Directly paid to bank account through DBT
Application Process
Step 1: Collect form
- Collect the Landless Farmer Form from the Duar-e-Sarkar camp or the office of the local Agriculture Officer.
- If necessary, download the PDF from the official source and take a printout.
Step 2: Fill the form correctly
Personal details (Name, Date of Birth, Age as on 1.04.2026)
- Father/Husband’s name
- Full address
- Gender and category (General/SC/ST/OBC)
- Mobile number (must be linked to bank)
- Voter card number
- Bank name, branch, account number, IFSC, account type
- Nominee’s name and relationship
- Applicant’s signature and signature on declaration
- Aadhaar details and mobile usage consent
Step 3: Attach documents
Submit the form to the concerned camp/office along with the required documents. Tick the document box.
Step 4: Collect Acknowledgement Receipt
After submission, collect Acknowledgement/Receipt and Application ID—this is important for later status check.
Required Documents
Why are documents required
- Aadhaar Card Identity Verification
- Voter ID Address/Identity
- Bank Passbook (First Page) / Cancelled Cheque Bank details for DBT
- Mobile Number (Bank-Link) OTP/Status SMS
- Self-Declaration (with Annexure) Declaration of Landlessness
- Aadhaar Consent Form Consent to use information
- Passport size photograph for record
- Other (if applicable) as per the instructions of the office
Status Check (Bhumihin Khetmajur Status Check)
A few days after submitting the application, the status can be viewed online when an SMS arrives on the registered mobile.
Procedure:
- Go to the official website of Krishakbandhu:
- https://krishakbandhu.wb.gov.in/agricultural-labour/
- Click on the “Application Status” option.
- Enter the voter number/application number/mobile number/Aadhaar number.
- Search with captcha—status will be shown.
FAQ
1) How much money will be available?
Total Rs. 4,000 per year—Rs. 2,000 each in Rabi and Kharif seasons.
2) Who can apply?
Landless agricultural labourers of West Bengal, who do not have their own land, are not included in the Krishakbandhu (New) scheme and are not registered as sharecroppers.
3) How to apply?
You have to go to the specific camp/agriculture office and fill the form and submit it along with the documents.
4) Will I get a receipt?
Yes, a receipt with an acknowledgement ID will be given.
5) How will the money come?
Directly to the bank account through DBT method.
Important Tips
In the form, enter your name, date of birth, bank details along with Aadhaar/Voter card.
- Ensure that the bank account is active and Aadhaar-linked.
- Do not give wrong information in the declaration form.
- Don’t miss the application deadline (15–26 February 2026).
The Landless Farmer Scheme 2026 is an important financial assistance for the agricultural labourers of the state. This assistance of Rs 4,000 can bring relief to many families during the seasonal expenses.