PSS MSP Procurement 2026
The Government of India has approved procurement worth ₹5,547.99 crore at Minimum Support Price (MSP) under the Price Support Scheme (PSS) for the Kharif Marketing Season 2026-27.
The approved procurement covers farmers in Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana and includes major pulses and oilseeds such as tur, moong, soybean and sunflower. The approval was announced on 30 September 2026.
According to the official government release, approximately 7.06 lakh metric tonnes of pulses and oilseeds will be procured at MSP under the approved plan.
PSS Procurement 2026 – Key Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme | Price Support Scheme (PSS) |
| Marketing Season | Kharif 2026-27 |
| Total Approved Procurement Value | ₹5,547.99 crore |
| Approximate Procurement Quantity | 7.06 lakh metric tonnes |
| States Covered | Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana |
| Procurement Price | Minimum Support Price (MSP) |
| Announcement Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Implementing Framework | Price Support Scheme under PM-AASHA |
State-Wise PSS Procurement Approval
| State | Crop | Approved Quantity | Procurement Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Tur | 4,66,000 MT | ₹3,937.70 crore |
| Moong | 6,250 MT | ₹54.87 crore | |
| Karnataka | Soybean | 1,15,500 MT | ₹659.27 crore |
| Moong | 38,250 MT | ₹335.83 crore | |
| Sunflower | 13,413 MT | ₹111.90 crore | |
| Telangana | Soybean | 62,000 MT | ₹353.90 crore |
| Moong | 10,766 MT | ₹94.52 crore |
Uttar Pradesh Gets ₹3,992.57 Crore Approval
Uttar Pradesh has received the largest share of the latest PSS procurement approval. Procurement worth ₹3,992.57 crore has been approved for the state.
- Tur: 4,66,000 metric tonnes valued at ₹3,937.70 crore.
- Moong: 6,250 metric tonnes valued at ₹54.87 crore.
The combined approved procurement in Uttar Pradesh is 4,72,250 metric tonnes.
Karnataka Gets ₹1,107 Crore Approval
For Karnataka, procurement worth ₹1,107 crore has been approved under PSS.
- Soybean: 1,15,500 metric tonnes valued at ₹659.27 crore.
- Moong: 38,250 metric tonnes valued at ₹335.83 crore.
- Sunflower: 13,413 metric tonnes valued at ₹111.90 crore.
The combined approved procurement quantity for these three crops is 1,67,163 metric tonnes.
Telangana Gets ₹448.42 Crore Approval
Telangana has received approval for procurement worth ₹448.42 crore under the Price Support Scheme.
- Soybean: 62,000 metric tonnes valued at ₹353.90 crore.
- Moong: 10,766 metric tonnes valued at ₹94.52 crore.
The combined approved procurement quantity for Telangana is 72,766 metric tonnes.
What is the Price Support Scheme (PSS)?
The Price Support Scheme (PSS) is a component of the Government of India's Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA). It is used for procurement of notified pulses, oilseeds and copra at MSP through designated Central Nodal Agencies when market prices fall below the notified MSP during the relevant harvesting period.
The objective is to provide price support to farmers and reduce the risk of distress sales when market prices are below the government-declared MSP.
How Does PSS MSP Procurement Help Farmers?
- Provides an MSP-based procurement mechanism for notified crops.
- Helps protect farmers when market prices fall below MSP.
- Supports pulse and oilseed growers during the harvesting period.
- Can reduce the need for distress sales in weak-price situations.
- Supports domestic production of pulses and oilseeds.
- Contributes to India's efforts towards greater self-reliance in pulses and edible oils.
- Government has stated that payments under the approved procurement will be transferred directly into farmers' bank accounts.
When Does PSS Procurement Take Place?
Under PSS, procurement is undertaken when the market prices of notified pulses, oilseeds and copra fall below the notified MSP during the peak harvesting period, subject to the applicable scheme conditions and approval process.
State Governments/Union Territory administrations request procurement support and Central Nodal Agencies undertake procurement according to the approved plan and applicable guidelines.
Is PSS a Direct Online Application Scheme?
PSS is not a general direct-benefit online application scheme for every farmer. Procurement is undertaken for notified crops in approved states and periods through the designated procurement mechanism.
Farmers should follow the registration and procurement instructions issued by their State Government and designated procurement agencies for the relevant crop and season.
PSS and PM-AASHA
The Price Support Scheme operates under PM-AASHA (Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan). The broader framework includes price-support interventions intended to provide remunerative prices to farmers and address market-price volatility.
The Government has also expanded procurement support for key pulses. Under the current framework, procurement of Tur, Urad and Masur can be undertaken up to 100% of state production under specified arrangements aimed at increasing domestic pulse production and reducing import dependence.
Official Government Sources
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest PSS procurement approval?
The Government has approved ₹5,547.99 crore of MSP procurement of pulses and oilseeds for Kharif Marketing Season 2026-27 in Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana.
How much produce will be procured?
Approximately 7.06 lakh metric tonnes of pulses and oilseeds are covered by the approved procurement plan.
Which crops are covered in Uttar Pradesh?
The approved UP procurement covers 4,66,000 MT of tur and 6,250 MT of moong.
Which crops are covered in Karnataka?
Karnataka's approved procurement covers soybean, moong and sunflower.
Which crops are covered in Telangana?
Telangana's approved procurement covers soybean and moong.
How will farmers receive payment?
The government has stated that farmers will receive payment for their procured produce directly into their bank accounts in a timely manner, subject to the applicable procurement process.
Does PSS apply to every crop and every state?
No. PSS procurement is for notified commodities and is undertaken in states and periods covered by approved procurement proposals and applicable guidelines.
