1st Beneficiary List of Maharashtra Farm Loan Waiver 2026 Released: How to apply?

Farmers in Maharashtra can benefit from the Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Shetkari Karjmukti Yojana 2026 by following a structured process.  

This initiative provides relief for short-term crop loans up to ₹2 lakh, with specific eligibility criteria and a step-by-step claim process. 

Eligibility Criteria for the Loan Waiver 

• Loan Limit: Short-term crop loans up to ₹2 lakh.
• Loan Status: Outstanding or overdue as of September 30, 2025.
• Disbursement Window: Loans disbursed between April 1, 2019, and March 31, 2025.
• Aadhaar Requirement: Mandatory to link the Aadhaar card with the bank account.
• Agristack ID: The absence of an Agristack ID will not disqualify eligible farmers. 

Step-by-Step Process to Claim the Benefit 

• Visit Bank: Go to the active crop loan branch.
• Eligible Banks: DCCB, nationalised, or rural banks.
• Submit Aadhaar: Bring your active Aadhaar Card.
• Submit Land Papers: Provide 7/12 and 8-A extracts.
• Submit Passbook: Show your loan account passbook.
• Complete Authentication: Finish biometric or OTP-based Aadhaar seeding. 

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Publication of Beneficiary Lists 

Beneficiary lists will be displayed at local cooperative societies and bank branches. The first phase for District Central Cooperative Bank beneficiaries is planned for completion by July 31, 2026, with commercial bank transfers following subsequently. 

Conclusion 

The Maharashtra Farm Loan Waiver 2026 offers complete relief for short-term crop loans up to ₹2 lakh, disbursed between April 1, 2019, and March 31, 2025. Aadhaar-based verification and linking with bank accounts are crucial steps in the claim process. 

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