Bhubaneswar, July 8: The Cooperation Department has notified the implementation of the Crop Insurance Scheme - Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) for the Kharif Season 2026. The last date for enrolment under PMFBY for Kharif 2026 is 31st July 2026.

The scheme provides comprehensive financial protection to farmers against crop loss due to natural calamities such as drought, dry spell, flood, inundation, cyclone, hailstorm, landslide and lightning. For Kharif 2026, the notified crops include Paddy, Maize, Groundnut, Ragi, Cotton, Red Gram, Ginger and Turmeric in the notified areas. All eligible farmers, including loanee farmers, non-loanee farmers, and sharecroppers, can avail the benefits of the scheme.

According to a Government release, Aadhaar number or Aadhaar enrolment proof is mandatory for enrolment.

“Farmers are advised to keep their land records, bank account details, and croprelated documents ready. Loanee farmers may enrol through PACS/LAMPCS or the concerned bank branches. Non-loanee farmers can enrol through Common Service Centres (CSCs), Cooperative Banks, Commercial Bank Branches, Insurance Intermediaries, or approved digital platforms. Officials of PACS/LAMPCS will assist farmers with the enrolment process,” it said.

Notably, farmers in Odisha can avail insurance coverage free of cost up to 5 acres. Farmers are required to pay only Rs 1 per plot for account validation. The entire farmer’s premium is borne by the State Government, along with the Government of India’s subsidy support.

Farmers cultivating notified crops in notified areas are urged to enrol within the stipulated timeline. Farmers may contact the nearest PACS/LAMPCS, Bank Branch, CSC, ARCS, DRCS, CDAO office, or insurance representatives for assistance.