UP Farm Machinery Subsidy: Book Your Machine on agriculture.up.gov.in by 20 October 2026 — Subsidy, Token Money and e-Lottery

UP Farm Machinery Subsidy: Book Your Machine on agriculture.up.gov.in by 20 October 2026 — Subsidy, Token Money and e-Lottery

Uttar Pradesh farmers planning to purchase eligible agricultural machinery can apply during the current online booking window from 7 October to 20 October 2026 through the Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Department's official portal. The reported window closes at midnight on 20 October. <Cite refs={["turn792864search1","turn792864search4"]}/>

The booking covers selected agricultural implements, crop-residue management equipment, agricultural drones, plant-protection machinery and eligible community machinery facilities under specified government schemes.

However, booking a machine does not guarantee subsidy approval or selection in an e-lottery. Farmers should verify the eligible machine, subsidy terms, token payment and selection process before submitting an application.

1 What is the UP farm machinery subsidy scheme?

The Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Department is accepting online bookings for eligible machinery under agricultural mechanisation and related programmes for the 2026–27 financial year.

The current round includes machinery under the Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM), the crop-residue-management programme and other notified agricultural schemes. <Cite refs={["turn792864search1","turn792864search4"]}/>

Reported eligible categories include:

• Agricultural implements: Selected equipment for farm operations.
• Crop-residue management machinery: Equipment for managing crop residue after harvesting.
• Plant-protection equipment: Eligible agricultural sprayers and related machinery.
• Agricultural drones: Equipment covered by the relevant scheme.
• Custom Hiring Centres (CHCs): Facilities through which farmers can hire agricultural machinery.
• Farm Machinery Banks: Eligible shared machinery facilities.
• Specialised equipment: Selected maize and millet processing machinery and other equipment listed under notified programmes.

The reported allocations for this booking round include 2,166 machines under SMAM and 1,755 machines under the crop-residue-management programme. These are programme-level figures and do not mean every machine will be available in every district. <Cite refs={["turn792864search4","turn792864search8"]}/>

Check the current machine list and district or block allocation on the official portal before applying.

2 Who can apply?

Eligibility depends on the particular machine, scheme and applicant category.

Individual farmers may be eligible for selected implements, while certain machinery-bank and Custom Hiring Centre schemes are intended for eligible groups, organisations or other specified applicants.

Before booking, check:

• Whether the required machine appears in the current list.
• Whether the scheme accepts individual applications or applications from a group or facility.
• Whether your farmer-registration details are complete.
• Whether any landholding, category or other scheme-specific conditions apply.
• Whether the machine and manufacturer meet the scheme's requirements.

Do not assume that every tractor or agricultural implement qualifies for this booking round. The current official list determines which equipment is eligible.

3 How to book agricultural machinery online

Use the official Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Department website:

Official portal: agriculture.up.gov.in

Follow these steps:

1. Open the official website.
2. Go to the Kisan Corner section.
3. Select “Yantra Booking Prarambh” (यंत्र बुकिंग प्रारंभ) or the corresponding machinery-booking option.
4. Review the available machinery, scheme details and eligibility conditions.
5. Enter the information requested by the portal.
6. Pay the token amount if required for your selected booking.
7. Save the application reference and payment receipt.
8. Monitor the portal for selection results and further instructions.

The reported booking window is 7 October 2026 to midnight on 20 October 2026. Check the portal for any updated notice before submitting your application. <Cite refs={["turn792864search0","turn792864search1"]}/>

Use only the official portal and its prescribed payment process. Do not share your OTP or banking credentials with anyone promising guaranteed selection.

4 How much token money is required?

Reports on the current booking process describe the following token amounts, linked to the subsidy amount associated with the selected machine. <Cite refs={["turn792864search2","turn792864search8"]}/>

Verify the amount displayed on the official booking portal before paying. The applicable token may depend on the machine category and scheme instructions.

Token money is not the same as the machine's purchase price or the final subsidy amount. Before making payment, check:

• The selected machine and scheme.
• The token amount and payment deadline.
• Whether the token is refundable if you are not selected.
• The conditions under which a token could be forfeited.
• The next steps required after selection.

Keep the transaction receipt and application reference until the booking and any applicable refund process are complete.

5 How does the e-lottery work?

An e-lottery is a computerised selection process used where eligible applications exceed the available allocation.

Depending on the scheme and departmental instructions, the process may involve:

1. Submitting the machinery booking.
2. Completing any required token payment.
3. Checking that the application has been recorded successfully.
4. Waiting for the prescribed selection process.
5. Checking the official result and following instructions for verification, purchase or further approval.

The precise selection procedure can differ by scheme and district. Read the current notice rather than assuming that every booking follows identical rules.

A booking acknowledgement or token receipt is not a guarantee of subsidy approval. Selection, verification and approval must follow the applicable scheme procedure.

6 How much subsidy can farmers receive?

There is no single subsidy percentage that should be assumed for every machine in this booking round.

The assistance may depend on the equipment, the approved cost or cost ceiling, the applicable scheme, the applicant category and the conditions specified in the departmental order.

Before committing to a purchase, confirm:

• The eligible machine and model.
• The applicable subsidy rate or maximum amount.
• The approved cost or cost ceiling.
• The farmer's required contribution.
• Whether selection and physical verification are required.
• The procedure for purchasing the machine and completing the subsidy claim.

Do not rely on a general advertisement promising the same percentage for all equipment. The applicable official scheme conditions determine the assistance available for a particular application.

7 What documents and details should you keep ready?

Prepare the information requested by the portal before beginning the booking.

• Farmer-registration details.
• Aadhaar or other identity information, if required.
• Registered mobile number for verification and updates.
• Bank account details, where required.
• Land or cultivation records, if applicable to the scheme.
• Details of the selected machine.
• Booking acknowledgement and token-payment receipt.
• Additional documents required for your applicant category.

This is a general preparation checklist, not a claim that every document is mandatory for every machine. Follow the requirements displayed on the official portal and in the applicable scheme instructions.

8 What happens if you are not selected?

If your application is not selected, check the official result and the terms governing the token payment.

Do not assume that the money will be refunded immediately or automatically in every case. The refund procedure and timeline depend on the applicable instructions.

Keep your payment receipt, application reference and any official communication. If the refund status is unclear, contact your district Agriculture Department office or the designated support channel.

Avoid paying unofficial agents to influence the selection or speed up a refund.

9 Common mistakes to avoid before 20 October

• Waiting until the final day: Complete the booking early enough to resolve any technical or documentation issue.
• Choosing an ineligible machine: Confirm that the equipment is listed under the current scheme.
• Ignoring token conditions: Check the amount and refund rules before paying.
• Assuming selection is guaranteed: Booking and payment do not necessarily result in an allocation.
• Relying on unofficial links: Start from the official agriculture department website.
• Ignoring later messages: Monitor the portal for selection results and further requirements.
• Assuming every machine has the same subsidy: Check the applicable rate and cost limits for the specific equipment.

Frequently asked questions

What is the last date to book farm machinery in Uttar Pradesh?

The reported deadline for this round is 20 October 2026 at midnight, with bookings opening on 7 October. Confirm the current status on the official portal before applying. <Cite refs={["turn792864search0","turn792864search1"]}/>

Where can I apply online?

Visit agriculture.up.gov.in and look for the machinery-booking option under Kisan Corner.

Is token money the same as the subsidy?

No. Token money is a deposit associated with the booking process. The subsidy is the government assistance allowed under the applicable scheme conditions.

Will every farmer who books receive a machine?

Not necessarily. Where applications exceed the available allocation, selection may depend on the e-lottery or another procedure specified in the applicable instructions.

Are individual tractors covered?

Do not assume that an individual tractor purchase qualifies for this round. Check the current eligible-machinery list and scheme conditions on the official portal.

How can I check my application status?

Use the official portal and the reference details provided during booking. Follow any instructions published for selection results and subsequent verification.

What if my token is not refunded?

Keep your receipt and application reference, review the applicable refund conditions and contact the district Agriculture Department office or official support channel.

Conclusion: Book carefully and verify the subsidy terms

The current booking round gives eligible Uttar Pradesh farmers an opportunity to apply for assistance towards selected agricultural machinery and shared machinery facilities.

Visit the official portal, check the eligible machine and scheme conditions, complete the booking before 20 October 2026, and save the acknowledgement and payment receipt.

Most importantly, confirm the applicable subsidy amount, token conditions and selection process for your chosen machine. A completed booking is an application step—not a guarantee of a machine allocation or subsidy payment.

This article is for public awareness. Eligibility, subsidy amounts, token payments, selection and refunds are governed by the applicable departmental orders and official portal instructions.