{"id":41116,"date":"2025-10-31T13:20:12","date_gmt":"2025-10-31T07:50:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=41116"},"modified":"2025-10-31T13:20:20","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T07:50:20","slug":"nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/","title":{"rendered":"NBS Subsidy Rates Rabi 2025-26: Cabinet Approves \u20b937,952 Crore Fertiliser Support for Farmers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#NBS_Subsidy_Rates_Rabi_2025-26_approved_by_Cabinet_with_%E2%82%B937952_crore_allocation_for_phosphatic_and_potassic_fertilisers_to_ensure_affordable_supply_and_balanced_nutrient_use_for_farmers_across_India\" >NBS Subsidy Rates Rabi 2025-26 approved by Cabinet with \u20b937,952 crore allocation for phosphatic and potassic fertilisers to ensure affordable supply and balanced nutrient use for farmers across India.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Cabinet_Clears_NBS_Rates_for_Rabi_2025-26_on_P_K_Fertilisers\" >Cabinet Clears NBS Rates for Rabi 2025-26 on P&amp;K Fertilisers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Decision_Approved_by_the_Cabinet\" >Decision Approved by the Cabinet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Scope_and_Coverage_of_the_Subsidy\" >Scope and Coverage of the Subsidy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Rationale_Behind_the_Move\" >Rationale Behind the Move<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Implications_for_Agriculture_Farmers\" >Implications for Agriculture &amp; Farmers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Implementation_Timeline_and_Key_Dates\" >Implementation Timeline and Key Dates<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Why_this_News_is_Important\" >Why this News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Relevance_for_Government-Exam_Aspirants\" >Relevance for Government-Exam Aspirants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Impact_on_Farmers_and_Rural_Economy\" >Impact on Farmers and Rural Economy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Linkages_with_Broader_Themes\" >Linkages with Broader Themes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Origins_of_the_NBS_Scheme\" >Origins of the NBS Scheme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Earlier_Revisions_Trends\" >Earlier Revisions &amp; Trends<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Significance_of_the_Rabi_Season\" >Significance of the Rabi Season<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Key_Takeaways_from_Cabinet_Approval_of_NBS_Rates_for_Rabi_2025-26\" >Key Takeaways from Cabinet Approval of NBS Rates for Rabi 2025-26<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#1_What_is_the_Nutrient_Based_Subsidy_NBS_Scheme\" >1. What is the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) Scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#2_What_is_the_budget_allocation_for_the_NBS_Scheme_during_Rabi_2025-26\" >2. What is the budget allocation for the NBS Scheme during Rabi 2025-26?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#3_Which_types_of_fertilisers_are_covered_under_the_NBS_Scheme\" >3. Which types of fertilisers are covered under the NBS Scheme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#4_Why_was_the_subsidy_increased_for_the_Rabi_2025-26_season\" >4. Why was the subsidy increased for the Rabi 2025-26 season?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#5_How_does_the_NBS_Scheme_benefit_Indian_farmers\" >5. How does the NBS Scheme benefit Indian farmers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#6_Who_administers_the_NBS_Scheme_in_India\" >6. Who administers the NBS Scheme in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#7_What_is_the_duration_of_the_Rabi_2025-26_subsidy_period\" >7. What is the duration of the Rabi 2025-26 subsidy period?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#8_When_was_the_NBS_Scheme_first_introduced\" >8. When was the NBS Scheme first introduced?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#9_How_does_the_NBS_Scheme_support_sustainable_agriculture\" >9. How does the NBS Scheme support sustainable agriculture?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#10_Why_is_this_policy_significant_for_competitive_exam_aspirants\" >10. Why is this policy significant for competitive exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/nbs-subsidy-rates-rabi-2025-26\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NBS_Subsidy_Rates_Rabi_2025-26_approved_by_Cabinet_with_%E2%82%B937952_crore_allocation_for_phosphatic_and_potassic_fertilisers_to_ensure_affordable_supply_and_balanced_nutrient_use_for_farmers_across_India\"><\/span>NBS Subsidy Rates Rabi 2025-26 approved by Cabinet with \u20b937,952 crore allocation for phosphatic and potassic fertilisers to ensure affordable supply and balanced nutrient use for farmers across India.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cabinet_Clears_NBS_Rates_for_Rabi_2025-26_on_P_K_Fertilisers\"><\/span>Cabinet Clears NBS Rates for Rabi 2025-26 on P&amp;K Fertilisers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decision_Approved_by_the_Cabinet\"><\/span>Decision Approved by the Cabinet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Union Cabinet, chaired by Narendra Modi, has formally <strong>approved the proposal<\/strong> from the Department of Fertilizers to fix the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for the upcoming Rabi 2025-26 season (1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026) for phosphatic and potassic (P&amp;K) fertilisers. <br>The decision includes a <strong>tentative budgetary requirement<\/strong> of approximately <strong>\u20b9 37,952.29 crore<\/strong> to cover the subsidy burden for this season. <br>This figure represents an increase of about <strong>\u20b9 736 crore<\/strong> compared with the budgetary requirement for the Kharif 2025 season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scope_and_Coverage_of_the_Subsidy\"><\/span>Scope and Coverage of the Subsidy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under the approved framework, the subsidy will be extended to 28 grades of P&amp;K fertilisers (including notably Di\u2011Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) and NPKS (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potash, Sulphur) grades).<br>The subsidy will be delivered <strong>via manufacturers and importers<\/strong> of fertilisers \u2014 the government will pay subsidy to these companies as per the notified rates to ensure that farmers receive fertilisers at <strong>affordable retail prices<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rationale_Behind_the_Move\"><\/span>Rationale Behind the Move<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The government has cited <strong>recent trends in international prices<\/strong> of fertilisers (including raw materials like urea, DAP, MOP, sulphur) and the need to ensure <strong>steady supply and balanced nutrient use<\/strong> as reasons for approving the new NBS rates.<br>By doing so, the policy aims to shield farmers from sudden input cost hikes and guarantee availability of key nutrients during the Rabi sowing season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_for_Agriculture_Farmers\"><\/span>Implications for Agriculture &amp; Farmers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the upcoming Rabi crops (typically including wheat, mustard, gram, and other winter-sown crops), access to subsidised P&amp;K fertilisers is critical. With fertiliser input costs under control, farmers are better equipped to maintain soil health and yield potential.<br>Additionally, by rationalising subsidy levels rather than simply increasing them blindly, the government aims for a <strong>sustainable fiscal burden<\/strong> while promoting <strong>balanced fertiliser use<\/strong> (instead of over-reliance on nitrogenous fertilisers).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implementation_Timeline_and_Key_Dates\"><\/span>Implementation Timeline and Key Dates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Effective period: <strong>1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026<\/strong>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budgetary allocation: <strong>~\u20b9 37,952.29 crore<\/strong>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The NBS scheme has been in place since <strong>1 April 2010<\/strong>; this is a continuation and revision of that mechanism. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"NBS-Subsidy-Rates-Rabi-2025-26\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/thumb\/msid-124871330,imgsize-140208,width-400,resizemode-4\/prosperous-farmer-abundant-harvest.jpg\" alt=\"NBS Subsidy Rates Rabi 2025-26\" title=\"NBS Subsidy Rates Rabi 2025-26\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">NBS Subsidy Rates Rabi 2025-26<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_this_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why this News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_for_Government-Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span>Relevance for Government-Exam Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For students preparing for exams like those for teaching, banking, railways, defence or civil services (PSC\/IAS), understanding this decision is crucial under the <strong>Economy &amp; Agriculture<\/strong> segment (GS Paper 3). It reflects how government policy affects <strong>agricultural inputs<\/strong>, <strong>rural livelihoods<\/strong>, <strong>food security<\/strong>, and <strong>fiscal measures<\/strong>, all of which are frequent topics in mains and prelims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_on_Farmers_and_Rural_Economy\"><\/span>Impact on Farmers and Rural Economy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This move plays a direct role in <strong>reducing input costs for farmers<\/strong>, which is especially important ahead of the Rabi season. Lower input costs can improve profitability for farmers, enhance crop productivity, and contribute to rural economic stability. This, in turn, has implications for policy-making, state-centre coordination, and socio-economic stability \u2014 key areas for many competitive exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Linkages_with_Broader_Themes\"><\/span>Linkages with Broader Themes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The decision links to several broader themes that are relevant for exams: government subsidy regimes, agricultural reforms, soil and nutrient management, fiscal consolidation, and global-domestic linkages (e.g., international fertiliser prices). Recognising such a measure allows aspirants to connect static topics (like fertiliser subsidy schemes) with current affairs, thereby enhancing their answers and essays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origins_of_the_NBS_Scheme\"><\/span>Origins of the NBS Scheme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) Scheme was introduced on 1 April 2010 by the Ministry of Chemicals &amp; Fertilizers (through the Department of Fertilizers) to replace the earlier product-based subsidy system for non-urea fertilisers. Under this scheme, subsidies are fixed per kilogram of nutrient (N, P, K, S) content rather than per product.<br>This allowed manufacturers\/importers more flexibility in pricing (MRP determined by market) while ensuring that farmers still accessed fertilisers at subsidised rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Earlier_Revisions_Trends\"><\/span>Earlier Revisions &amp; Trends<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the years, the NBS scheme has been revised periodically. The government has had to revise subsidy rates to keep pace with <strong>global price volatility<\/strong>, <strong>import dependencies<\/strong>, <strong>exchange rate fluctuations<\/strong>, and <strong>domestic demand patterns<\/strong>. For example, earlier seasons also saw subsidy increases or special support when global prices spiked.<br>Additionally, over-use of nitrogenous fertilisers resulted in nutrient imbalance in soils (skewed N:P:K ratios). The NBS scheme\u2019s design aimed to encourage more balanced nutrient use \u2014 an issue frequently discussed in agriculture and environment sections of competitive exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_the_Rabi_Season\"><\/span>Significance of the Rabi Season<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Rabi cropping season (winter crops) is crucial for India\u2019s food security (wheat, pulses, oilseeds). Ensuring timely and affordable fertiliser supply in this season is vital. Hence, decisions taken for the Rabi season (such as subsidy approval) have heightened significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_Cabinet_Approval_of_NBS_Rates_for_Rabi_2025-26\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from Cabinet Approval of NBS Rates for Rabi 2025-26<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>The Union Cabinet approved NBS rates for the Rabi 2025-26 season (1 Oct 2025-31 Mar 2026) for P&amp;K fertilisers. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The budgetary requirement is approximately <strong>\u20b9 37,952.29 crore<\/strong>, about \u20b9 736 crore higher than Kharif 2025. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The subsidy covers 28 grades of P&amp;K fertilisers (including DAP and NPKS) and will be passed to fertiliser companies to maintain affordable MRPs. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The increase is driven by global input cost pressures (raw materials like DAP, MOP, sulphur) and aims to ensure farmers are not hit by price volatility. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The NBS scheme has been in place since April 2010 and this revision is part of the government\u2019s ongoing strategy to ensure balanced nutrient use and sustainable agriculture.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">NBS Subsidy Rates Rabi 2025-26<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_Nutrient_Based_Subsidy_NBS_Scheme\"><\/span>1. What is the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) Scheme?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) Scheme is a government initiative launched in April 2010 to provide subsidies on non-urea fertilisers based on their nutrient content (N, P, K, S). It ensures farmers receive quality fertilisers at affordable prices while promoting balanced soil nutrient use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_the_budget_allocation_for_the_NBS_Scheme_during_Rabi_2025-26\"><\/span>2. What is the budget allocation for the NBS Scheme during Rabi 2025-26?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Government of India has approved a subsidy outlay of <strong>\u20b9 37,952.29 crore<\/strong> for the Rabi 2025-26 season, which is about \u20b9 736 crore higher than that of the previous Kharif 2025 season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_types_of_fertilisers_are_covered_under_the_NBS_Scheme\"><\/span>3. Which types of fertilisers are covered under the NBS Scheme?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme covers <strong>Phosphatic and Potassic (P&amp;K) fertilisers<\/strong>, including 28 grades such as <strong>Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP)<\/strong> and <strong>NPKS (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potash, Sulphur)<\/strong>-based fertilisers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_was_the_subsidy_increased_for_the_Rabi_2025-26_season\"><\/span>4. Why was the subsidy increased for the Rabi 2025-26 season?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The increase in subsidy was necessary due to rising international prices of raw materials such as DAP, MOP, and sulphur. The goal is to protect Indian farmers from global price volatility and maintain steady fertiliser availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_does_the_NBS_Scheme_benefit_Indian_farmers\"><\/span>5. How does the NBS Scheme benefit Indian farmers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme ensures that fertiliser prices remain affordable, which helps farmers reduce input costs, improve soil health through balanced nutrient use, and sustain productivity \u2014 particularly vital during major crop seasons like Rabi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Who_administers_the_NBS_Scheme_in_India\"><\/span>6. Who administers the NBS Scheme in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Department of Fertilizers<\/strong>, under the <strong>Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers<\/strong>, is responsible for implementing and monitoring the NBS Scheme in coordination with fertiliser manufacturers and importers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_the_duration_of_the_Rabi_2025-26_subsidy_period\"><\/span>7. What is the duration of the Rabi 2025-26 subsidy period?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The approved NBS rates will be applicable for the period <strong>1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026<\/strong>, covering the entire Rabi sowing and growing season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_When_was_the_NBS_Scheme_first_introduced\"><\/span>8. When was the NBS Scheme first introduced?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NBS Scheme was introduced on <strong>1 April 2010<\/strong>, replacing the earlier product-based subsidy system for non-urea fertilisers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_How_does_the_NBS_Scheme_support_sustainable_agriculture\"><\/span>9. How does the NBS Scheme support sustainable agriculture?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By encouraging balanced use of nutrients rather than excessive nitrogen application, the NBS Scheme contributes to sustainable soil fertility, better nutrient efficiency, and environmentally responsible agriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Why_is_this_policy_significant_for_competitive_exam_aspirants\"><\/span>10. 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