Top 5 Government Schemes for Agriculture Drone Subsidy in 2025 – Full Guide for Farmers

 

India’s agriculture sector is rapidly adopting drone technology — and the Government of India is fully supporting this revolution. But many farmers don’t know about the official subsidy schemes available. In this post, we’ll give you clear, simple, and updated information on top 5 subsidy schemes for drone spraying services and drone purchases in 2025.


πŸ† 1. Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) – 2025

Subsidy Upto: ₹5-10 lakh
For: Custom Hiring Centers, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
Eligibility: Registered farmer groups, cooperatives
How to Apply: Visit agri-machinery.nic.in → Fill online form → Submit documents

πŸ“Œ Tip: Drone service providers can partner with FPOs to apply and offer subsidized spraying to members.


πŸ† 2. Kisan Drone Yojana – Modi Govt’s Flagship Scheme

🚁 Launched in 2022, still running in 2025 with better coverage.
100% subsidy for government institutes
50-75% subsidy for SC/ST, women, and small farmers
Benefits: Direct drone purchase, or rent from FPO at low cost

🧾 Required Docs: Aadhar card, land records, caste certificate (if applicable), bank passbook


πŸ† 3. NABARD Drone Finance Assistance

🏦 Special financing and low-interest loans
Up to 90% project cost covered
Targeted at: Agri startups, rural youth
πŸ“Œ Pro Tip: Use this to start your own spraying business in your village.


πŸ† 4. State Government Drone Support (Gujarat, Maharashtra, MP etc.)

πŸ—Ί️ Many states now have their own drone policies.
🎯 Example: Gujarat provides extra subsidy for banana and cotton crop drone spraying in tribal areas.

πŸ“² Visit your local agriculture department office or state portal to check your eligibility.


πŸ† 5. PM FPO Drone Promotion Mission – Group-Based Ownership

πŸ‘¨‍πŸŒΎπŸ‘©‍🌾 Best for: Farmer Producer Organizations
✅ Shared drone ownership
✅ 75% subsidy + 50% running cost reimbursement
✅ Get a licensed pilot + training support

πŸ“ˆ Why This Topic is in High Demand in 2025:

  • Drone use is increasing in rural areas

  • Farmers are actively searching “how to get drone subsidy”

  • Government is pushing “Kisan Drone Yatra” awareness

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πŸ“‹ Bonus: Documents You’ll Need to Apply for Any Scheme

DocumentUse
Aadhar CardIdentity
7/12 Land RecordProof of farming
Bank AccountFor subsidy transfer
Caste CertificateIf SC/ST subsidy
Drone Service ReceiptIf applied through CHC/FPO

πŸ“£ Call to Action:

πŸ‘‰ Are you a farmer or FPO in Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, or Maharashtra?
πŸ“ž Contact our team at Libodra Producer Company Ltd for drone service or subsidy guidance.

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