Rabi 2025-26 Fertilizer Subsidy Fixed at Rs 37,952 Crore
Why in the news
To keep nutrients available and prices steady despite changing global import costs, the Cabinet cleared the Rabi 2025-26 subsidy.
Key facts
- Previous Rabi (2024-25): ₹24,000 crore.
- Nutrients: nitrogen, phosphorus, potash and sulphur.
| Nutrient | Rate per kg (₹) | Versus Kharif 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Nitrogen (N) | 43.02 | Unchanged |
| Phosphorus (P) | 47.96 | Up from 43.60 |
| Potash (K) | 2.38 | Unchanged |
| Sulphur (S) | 2.87 | Up from 1.77 |
About NBS
- Launched April 2010 and run by the Department of Fertilizers.
- Subsidises nutrient content, not brands, to promote balanced use and soil health.
- Covers DAP, MOP, NPK complexes and SSP.
Exam angle
- NBS began April 2010.
- Rabi subsidy: ₹37,952 crore.