RKVY-RAFTAAR
RKVY-RAFTAAR is a flagship scheme aimed at strengthening infrastructure in agriculture and allied sectors, promoting agripreneurship, and encouraging innovation. Introduced in 2007 and restructured in 2017, the scheme provides states with autonomy and flexible funds to implement projects based on regional requirements. It also promotes agri-startups and helps incubate new ideas in the agri-business ecosystem.
Ministry
Ministry of Agriculture
Scheme Details
Overview
RKVY-RAFTAAR is a flagship scheme aimed at strengthening infrastructure in agriculture and allied sectors, promoting agripreneurship, and encouraging innovation. Introduced in 2007 and restructured in 2017, the scheme provides states with autonomy and flexible funds to implement projects based on regional requirements. It also promotes agri-startups and helps incubate new ideas in the agri-business ecosystem.
Benefits
- Encourages decentralised, need-based planning in agriculture.
- Provides infrastructure support for post-harvest and value chain development.
- Offers funding and mentorship for agri-tech startups through incubators.
- Boosts productivity and farmer income through innovation and localized solutions.
- Fosters private sector participation in agriculture and allied sectors.
Eligibility Criteria
- State governments and Union Territories are eligible to receive funding for projects.
- Agri-startups, FPOs, incubators, and research institutions can apply for funding under specific components.
- Farmers indirectly benefit through improved infrastructure, innovation, and localized agricultural projects.
Application Process
Steps to Apply:
- Startups and incubators can apply through the respective implementing incubator centers approved by RKVY-RAFTAAR.
- State governments can propose projects under Infrastructure Development, Value Chain, and Flexi-fund categories.
- Applicants must submit a detailed project report (DPR) for evaluation.
- Once approved, funding is disbursed in stages along with regular monitoring and reporting.
Application Modes:
- Online through State Agriculture Department or RKVY-RAFTAAR incubation centers.
- Offline via submission of DPR and proposal to state-level implementation committees.
Required Documents
- Project proposal/Detailed Project Report (DPR)
- Startup registration or institutional affiliation (for agri-startups)
- PAN and Aadhaar (for individuals)
- Bank account details
- Letter of intent from incubator (for startup funding)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'RAFTAAR' stand for?
'Remunerative Approaches for Agriculture and Allied sector Rejuvenation'. It reflects the scheme’s focus on faster and sustainable growth in agriculture.
Can an individual farmer directly apply for funds?
Individual farmers cannot apply directly but can benefit from projects and startups funded under RKVY. Startups and FPOs can apply through incubators.
Is funding available for agri-startups?
Yes. Funding support up to ₹25 lakh is available through incubators under the Innovation and Agripreneurship Development component.
Example Case
Example: Agri-Startup Success via RKVY-RAFTAAR
A startup from Maharashtra developed a mobile-based soil testing solution. With ₹20 lakh seed funding and mentoring from the ICAR-NAARM incubator, the startup scaled its operations across 3 states, directly helping over 10,000 farmers improve crop yields.
Important Notes
- States have flexibility in choosing interventions as per local needs.
- Emphasis is placed on convergence with other government schemes like PMKSY, e-NAM, and PMFBY.
- Progress is monitored using KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) set by the Ministry.
Last Updated
Last Updated: 2025-07-27