Cabinet approves NBS subsidy rates for DAP and NPK fertilisers for Rabi 2026-27
The Union Cabinet on 11 November 2026 approved nutrient-based subsidy (NBS) rates for phosphatic and potassic (P&K) fertilisers for Rabi 2026-27. Farmers who buy DAP and NPK fertilisers in the Rabi season will benefit.
What this means for you
If you buy DAP or NPK fertilisers for your Rabi crop, this decision concerns you. The government says the subsidy on these fertilisers will apply from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027 so that farmers get fertilisers at affordable prices. The notice does not ask farmers to do anything separately; the approved rates will apply when you buy from a dealer as usual.
Key facts
- Subsidy period: 01.10.2026 to 31.03.2027 (Rabi 2026-27)
- Estimated budgetary requirement for Rabi 2026-27: about Rs 62,370.02 crore
- This is about Rs 24,417.73 crore more than the Rabi 2025-26 requirement
- Rabi 2025-26 budget was Rs 37,952.29 crore
- Subsidy covers 28 grades of P&K fertilisers including DAP and NPK
- P&K fertiliser subsidy has been governed by the NBS scheme since 01.04.2010
What happened
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, on 11 November 2026 approved nutrient-based subsidy (NBS) rates for phosphatic and potassic (P&K) fertilisers for Rabi 2026-27. The period covered is 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027.
Who benefits
The government says this will ensure farmers get fertilisers at concessional, affordable and reasonable prices. The subsidy will be given on P&K fertilisers, including DAP and NPK grades, at the approved rates so that these fertilisers remain smoothly available.
What has changed
According to the release, the subsidy on P&K fertilisers has been rationalised in view of recent trends in international prices of fertilisers and raw materials. The estimated budgetary requirement for Rabi 2026-27 is about Rs 62,370.02 crore, which is about Rs 24,417.73 crore more than the Rabi 2025-26 requirement. The budget for Rabi 2025-26 was Rs 37,952.29 crore.
How the subsidy reaches farmers
The government is making 28 grades of P&K fertilisers, including DAP, available to farmers at concessional prices through fertiliser manufacturers and importers. Fertiliser companies will be given subsidy as per the approved and notified rates. Subsidy on P&K fertilisers has been governed by the NBS scheme since 1 April 2010.
What farmers need to do
The release does not mention any separate application, registration or deadline for farmers. Buy fertilisers from your dealer as usual. For information on rates and availability, you can ask your local fertiliser dealer or the agriculture department office.
Questions and answers
When do the new subsidy rates for DAP and NPK fertilisers apply?
The subsidy applies from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027. It has been approved for the Rabi 2026-27 season.
Do I need to apply separately for the subsidy?
No, the release mentions no separate application for farmers. The subsidy is given to fertiliser companies so that farmers get fertilisers at affordable prices.
Which fertilisers are covered?
The subsidy is on phosphatic and potassic (P&K) fertilisers, including DAP and NPK grades. The government is making 28 such grades available.
How much will the subsidy cost for Rabi 2026-27?
According to the release, the estimated budgetary requirement is about Rs 62,370.02 crore. This is about Rs 24,417.73 crore more than the Rabi 2025-26 requirement.
What is the NBS scheme?
The Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) scheme provides subsidy on P&K fertilisers. It has been in place since 1 April 2010.
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Source: PIB, "कैबिनेट ने फॉस्फेट और पोटाश (पीएंडके) उर्वरकों पर रबी 2026-27 (01.10.2026 से 31.03.2027 तक) के लिए पोषक तत्व आधारित सब्सिडी (एनबीएस) दरों को मंजूरी दी", 11 November 2026. Read the original notice
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