Bihar Kisan Registration 2026: Complete Guide to DBT Agriculture Portal Farmer Registration

Let us get one thing straight for the farmers of Bihar — the first step to getting any state agriculture subsidy is not filling a scheme form. It is getting a registration number. Without this number, you cannot apply online for diesel subsidy, seed subsidy, crop-damage assistance, wheat procurement, or any other scheme.

This number comes from the DBT Agriculture Bihar Portal (dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in), the official portal of Bihar’s Agriculture Department. In common language, this is called “Bihar Kisan Registration”. The good news: registration is open all year round, completely free, and can be done from home on a mobile phone.

In this guide, we explain — who can register, which documents you need, the step-by-step online process, the schemes that open up after registration, and most importantly — which scheme deadlines are near in October 2026 so you do not miss out. The FAQ at the end will clear your remaining doubts.

One important clarification: this “Kisan Registration” is Bihar state’s DBT Agriculture portal registration (the 13-digit Farmer Registration Number), not the central government’s new Farmer ID / AgriStack registration. They are two different things — for Bihar’s state schemes, you need this DBT number.

Why is Bihar Kisan Registration 2026 so important?

The DBT Agriculture Bihar Portal is the Agriculture Department of Bihar’s single digital platform where a farmer registers once and then applies for almost all state agriculture schemes. After registration, you get a 13-digit Farmer Registration Number — this number is your identity. With it, you apply for diesel subsidy, seed subsidy, Krishi Input Anudan (crop damage), agricultural mechanization subsidy, seed/fertilizer licenses, wheat/paddy procurement and PM-KISAN services.

No online application is possible without registration. And you can apply for schemes only 48 hours after registration — so waiting for the last date is the biggest mistake.

At a Glance — Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Portal name	DBT Agriculture Bihar Portal
Run by	Agriculture Department of Bihar
Official website	dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in
Registration fee	Completely free (open all year, no last date)
Number issued	13-digit Farmer Registration Number
Registration timing	9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Age	18 years or above
Aadhaar authentication	OTP / Biometric / Iris — all three options
Helpline	0612-2233555

Who can register? Eligibility

Must be a resident of Bihar and engaged in farming.
Age 18 years or above.
Must have an Aadhaar card with a mobile number linked to Aadhaar (needed for OTP).
Must have an active bank account — better if it is Aadhaar-seeded, so DBT payments reach the account directly.
Both raiyat (own land) and non-raiyat (sharecropper/leaseholder) farmers can register.

Documents to keep ready

Document	Why it is needed
Aadhaar card	Identity + the basis of authentication
Aadhaar-linked mobile number	Mandatory for OTP verification
Bank account (account number + IFSC)	DBT money comes directly to the account; Aadhaar-seeded is better
Land records	LPC receipt / Jamabandi / Khesra-Khatauni (self-declaration may also work — check the portal)
Passport-size photograph	Asked for in some services

Tip: while filling the form, write your name exactly as on your Aadhaar card. Choose the correct district, sub-division, block and village from the dropdowns. Fill the farmer category (SC/ST/General), farmer type (small/marginal/large) and gender correctly — wrong information can get the application rejected during physical verification.

How to register online — step by step

> Note: registration happens only between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM. The link stays closed at night.

Open the official portal dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in.
Click Online Services and choose Farmer New Registration.
Enter your mobile number and Aadhaar number.
Choose the authentication method — OTP / Biometric / Iris.
Enter the OTP received on your Aadhaar-linked mobile and click Validate.
Confirm your Kisan Credit Card (KCC) details if you have one.
On the registration page, fill personal details, land details and bank account details.
Review everything, click Submit, and validate with OTP.
Click Register — you will get your 13-digit Farmer Registration Number. Keep it safe; you will need it for every scheme.

Offline option — CSC / Vasudha Kendra

If you face difficulty online, you can also register at a nearby CSC or Vasudha Kendra, where the operator will fill your form with Aadhaar authentication. This is also free — the department pays Rs 10 to the Vasudha Kendra for every registration; no money is taken from the farmer.

Got your registration number? Do these next

Check registration status: on the portal, use “Know Your Registration” (search registration record) with your Registration ID, Aadhaar number or mobile number.
Correct your details: mobile number, bank account, village name and similar details can be updated online. Changing fields like district, block, gender or farmer category may need approval from local agriculture officials.
The 48-hour rule: apply for schemes only 48 hours after registration.
Keep your OTP secret: scheme applications need an OTP — never share it with anyone. Applying without OTP is reported as punishable.

Which schemes open up after registration?

Scheme / Service	What you get
Diesel Subsidy	Subsidy on diesel for irrigation (Kharif/Rabi)
Krishi Input Anudan	Assistance for crop damage from flood/drought
Seed Subsidy	Subsidy on certified seeds
Agricultural Mechanization	Subsidy on farm machinery
Wheat/Paddy Procurement	Sale at MSP through PACS/trade boards
Seed/Fertilizer/Pesticide License	Licenses for agri-business
Plant Protection Schemes	Plant protection schemes
PM-KISAN services	Registration and status check
Vermicompost / Gobar Gas units	Assistance for setting up units

Fresh status as of October 2026 — do not miss these dates

Several schemes are active on the portal in October 2026. The most important:

Diesel Subsidy (Kharif) 2026-27: applications open 17 August 2026 to 30 October 2026 — only a few days are left. If you have not applied for the Kharif diesel subsidy yet, apply immediately with your 13-digit registration number.
In July 2026, the government announced diesel subsidy for drought-affected farmers after low Kharif rainfall — with per-acre assistance provisions for paddy/jute irrigation.
The Rabi season is near — watch for wheat procurement (Gehu Adhiprapti 2026-27) and Rabi diesel subsidy announcements; both will need this same farmer registration number.
Some vermicompost/gobar-gas unit schemes had a last date of 30 September 2026 (already passed) — keep watching the portal for fresh announcements.

Clear advice: if you are not registered yet, register today between 9 AM and 6 PM, so that the 48-hour condition is fulfilled before 30 October and you can still apply for the diesel subsidy.

Common mistakes and their fixes

Trying to register at night: the portal keeps the registration link closed outside 9–6 — try in the morning.
Mobile not linked with Aadhaar: no OTP will come — first link your mobile at an Aadhaar center.
Bank account not Aadhaar-seeded: DBT payments can get stuck — get seeding done at your bank.
Wrong name spelling: if it does not match Aadhaar, verification faces problems — write exactly as on Aadhaar.
Applying before 48 hours: do not hurry — apply for schemes two days after registration.
Lost registration number: you can get it again on the portal via “Know Your Registration” using your Aadhaar/mobile number.

Official links and helpline

DBT Agriculture Bihar Portal: dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in
Helpline: 0612-2233555 (contact hours: 10 AM to 6 PM, except Saturday-Sunday — as per some sources)
Payment status: pfms.nic.in

Beware of fraud: registration and all scheme applications are completely free. Never pay any person/agent who asks for money — complain on the helpline. Use only the official portal given above.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is Bihar Kisan Registration free? A: Yes, completely free — whether done online or through a CSC/Vasudha Kendra.

Q2: What is the 13-digit Farmer Registration Number? A: It is a unique ID generated after registration on the DBT Agriculture Bihar portal, used for applying to schemes, checking status and receiving DBT payments.

Q3: What is the timing for farmer registration? A: Registration can be done between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM. The link is closed outside these hours.

Q4: Is this the same as the central government’s Farmer ID? A: No. This is Bihar state’s DBT Agriculture registration. The central Farmer ID (AgriStack) is different. For Bihar’s state schemes, you need this 13-digit DBT number.

Q5: How can I check my registration status? A: On the portal, use “Know Your Registration” with your Registration ID, Aadhaar number or mobile number.

Q6: Can I update my details after registration? A: Yes — mobile number, bank account, village name and similar fields can be updated online. Fields like district, block, gender or farmer category may need approval from local agriculture officials.

Q7: I lost my registration number. What do I do? A: Use “Know Your Registration” on the portal with your Aadhaar or mobile number to find it again.

Q8: How soon can I apply for schemes after registering? A: Only after 48 hours from registration. Keep the OTP you receive secret — it is needed for scheme applications.

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Disclaimer: This article is prepared by a private information portal (not a government website) for general information. Scheme rules, dates and provisions can change — always check the latest information on the official portal dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in before applying.

Last Updated: 22 October 2026