The Cooperation Departments across Odisha, Bihar, and West Bengal have activated paddy procurement operations through Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies for Kharif Marketing Season 2025-26. Farmers can sell their harvest at Minimum Support Price directly through registered PACS until March 2026. The procurement is currently ongoing across 30 districts in Odisha and multiple districts in Bihar. This guide covers complete PACS Paddy Procurement registration process, MSP rates, payment timeline, required documents, and state-wise deadlines for the current procurement season.
- 1 PACS Paddy Procurement 2025-26 Overview
- 2 What is PACS Paddy Procurement System
- 3 State-Wise Procurement Timeline 2025-26
- 4 Selection and Verification Process
- 5 Quality Standards for FAQ Paddy
- 6 Equipment Available at Purchase Centres
- 7 How to Register for PACS Paddy Procurement
- 8 How Payment Reaches Farmers
PACS Paddy Procurement 2025-26 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Name | Kharif Paddy Procurement KMS 2025-26 |
| Conducting Authority | State Cooperation Departments / Civil Supplies Corporations |
| Procurement Agency | PACS, LAMPS, SHGs, FPOs, Trade Bodies |
| MSP Common Paddy | ₹2,369 per Quintal |
| MSP Grade-A Paddy | ₹2,389 per Quintal |
| Registration Mode | Online through State Portals / PACS Centers |
| Payment Method | Direct Bank Transfer via PFMS |
| Payment Timeline | Within 24-48 Hours |
| Verification | Aadhaar-based Biometric Authentication |
| Odisha Kharif Period | 01-11-2025 to 31-03-2026 |
| Bihar Procurement Period | November 2025 to February 2026 |
What is PACS Paddy Procurement System
The PACS Paddy Procurement initiative enables farmers to sell their harvest directly to government-authorized cooperative societies at guaranteed minimum prices. Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies act as Commission Agents for State Civil Supplies Corporations under this arrangement.
Under KMS 2025-26, paddy procurement happens through multiple channels including PACS, Large Sized Multi Purpose Adivasi Cooperative Societies (LAMPS), Farmers Service Societies, Women Self-Help Groups, and Farmer Producer Organizations.
This system eliminates middlemen and ensures cultivators receive fair compensation through transparent weighment and quality testing at designated purchase centres.
Eligibility Criteria for Farmer Registration
Any farmer cultivating paddy can register for selling through PACS. The basic requirements include:
- Must own or cultivate agricultural land
- Land records should reflect paddy cultivation
- Valid Aadhaar card with linked bank account
- Registration on respective state agriculture portal
- Sharecroppers can register with consent letter from landowner
Age Limit
There is no specific age restriction for farmer registration. Any adult farmer with valid land ownership or cultivation rights can participate in the procurement program.
Domicile Requirement
Farmers must register in the state where their cultivated land is located. Registration happens through PACS or cooperative societies within the jurisdiction of the farmland.
State-Wise Procurement Timeline 2025-26
| State | Kharif Procurement Period | Rabi Procurement Period |
|---|---|---|
| Odisha | 01-11-2025 to 31-03-2026 | 01-05-2026 to 30-06-2026 |
| Bihar | November 2025 to February 2026 | As per State Notification |
| West Bengal | 01-11-2025 to March 2026 | As per State Notification |
Selection and Verification Process
The procurement follows systematic verification stages:
- Farmer Registration: Submit details on state agriculture portal with land records
- SMS Intimation: Registered farmers receive advance notice about procurement dates
- Token System: Farmers receive advance token slip for scheduled arrival at PPC
- Aadhaar Authentication: Biometric verification during paddy sale at purchase centre
- Quality Testing: Moisture meter and grader check paddy meets FAQ standards
- Weighment: Accurate measurement using calibrated scales at PPC
- Vendor Receipt: Farmer receives receipt after successful procurement duly signed
- Transit Pass Generation: TP-cum-Acceptance Note issued for miller delivery
- Payment Processing: MSP credited directly to bank account via PFMS
Quality Standards for FAQ Paddy
Your paddy must meet these specifications for procurement:
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Moisture Content | Maximum 17% |
| Foreign Matter | Maximum 1% |
| Damaged/Sprouted/Weevilled Grains | Maximum 4% |
| Immature/Shrunken Grains | Maximum 3% |
| Admixture of Lower Class | Maximum 6% |
Paddy not meeting FAQ standards can be cleaned and dried at the purchase centre under farmer’s supervision before sale.
Equipment Available at Purchase Centres
Every PACS ensures these instruments at Paddy Purchase Centres as per official guidelines:
- Moisture meter for humidity testing
- Mini grader for quality analysis
- Sample divider for testing
- Analysis kit for quality verification
- Calibrated weighing scales
- Tarpaulin/Polythene sheets for paddy heaping
- Manually operated blower/power cleaner from RMC
How to Register for PACS Paddy Procurement
For Odisha Farmers
Step 1: Visit nearest Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society, LAMPS, or Women Self-Help Group
Step 2: Carry Aadhaar card, land records (ROR), and bank passbook
Step 3: Fill farmer registration form with cultivation details
Step 4: Submit consent letter if registering as sharecropper
Step 5: Complete Aadhaar-based e-KYC verification
Step 6: Receive registration acknowledgment with farmer ID
Step 7: Wait for SMS intimation about scheduled procurement date
Step 8: Bring paddy as per advance token slip/SMS alert to designated PPC
For Bihar Farmers
Step 1: Open official Bihar Agriculture Department portal
Step 2: Click on farmer registration section
Step 3: Enter Aadhaar number and verify through OTP
Step 4: Fill personal details and bank account information
Step 5: Submit land records and crop cultivation details
Step 6: Upload required documents in prescribed format
Step 7: Complete registration and note reference number
Step 8: Contact PACS or trade body for procurement schedule
For West Bengal Farmers
Step 1: Visit official e-Paddy portal of West Bengal
Step 2: Book slot for paddy sale through scheduling system
Step 3: Complete registration with land and crop details
Step 4: Visit designated CPC/DPC/PC on scheduled date
Step 5: Complete biometric verification and quality testing
How Payment Reaches Farmers
The government has implemented Public Financial Management System (PFMS) for transparent payments:
- Vendor receipt generated immediately after procurement
- Transit Pass-cum-Acceptance Note issued for miller delivery
- Payment advice generated centrally after miller confirmation
- MSP credited within 24-48 hours to Aadhaar-linked bank account
- SMS notification sent upon successful payment
- Society Secretary monitors payment status and escalates delays
If any farmer does not receive MSP within 2 days, PACS Secretary escalates matter to CCSO/CSO Office or ARCS office for resolution.
Important Dates
| Event | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Odisha Kharif Procurement Started | November 1, 2025 |
| Odisha Kharif Procurement Ends | March 31, 2026 |
| Bihar Procurement Period | November 2025 to February 2026 |
| West Bengal Procurement Started | November 1, 2025 |
| Odisha Rabi Procurement | May 1 to June 30, 2026 |
Important Links
| Description | Portal |
|---|---|
| Odisha Civil Supplies Portal | oscsc.in |
| Odisha P-PAS Portal | ppas.pdsodisha.gov.in |
| Bihar Agriculture Portal | dbtagriculture.bihar.gov.in |
| West Bengal e-Paddy Portal | epaddy.wb.gov.in |
| AP Paddy Procurement | paddyprocurement.ap.gov.in |
Helpline Numbers for Farmers
Contact these numbers for assistance:
- Bihar Helpline: 1800 1800 110 (Toll-Free)
Farmers can also contact their District Food Marketing Officer, Block Marketing Inspector, DRCS, or ARCS office for local support.
Records Maintained at PACS
The following registers are maintained for transparency:
- Token Slip and Vendor Receipt
- Transit Pass-cum-Acceptance Note
- Quality Test Report of paddy
- Paddy Stock Register and Dispatch Register
- Paddy Purchase Register
- Miller/Agency Control Register
- Millers Authority Slip (MAS) and Society Authority Slip (SAS)
FAQs
What is the MSP for paddy in KMS 2025-26?
The Government of India has fixed MSP at ₹2,369 per quintal for common paddy and ₹2,389 per quintal for Grade-A paddy for the current marketing season.
How long does payment take after selling paddy?
Farmers receive MSP directly in their Aadhaar-linked bank accounts within 24 to 48 hours through the PFMS platform after miller confirms receipt of paddy.
Can sharecroppers register for paddy procurement?
Yes, sharecroppers can register by submitting consent letter from landowner along with cultivation proof documents at their nearest PACS.
What happens if paddy does not meet FAQ quality?
Farmers can improve paddy quality through cleaning and drying facilities available at purchase centres under their supervision. After quality improvement, paddy can be offered for sale.
Where should farmers register for selling paddy?
Registration happens through PACS, LAMPS, Women Self-Help Groups, Farmer Producer Organizations, or through official state agriculture portals.
What if payment is delayed beyond 48 hours?
PACS Secretary escalates delayed payments to CCSO/CSO Office or ARCS office. Farmers can also call toll-free helpline for assistance.
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