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Kisan Rail (Rail Transport for Perishables)

Ministry of Railways

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Why it matters

Send perishable produce to distant markets by refrigerated rail at subsidised freight, so small farmers can reach buyers across the country.

Launched

7 Aug 2020

Valid until

Ongoing

Benefit type

Market Access

Created by

Government of India

What you get

Multi-commodity, multi-consignor refrigerated rail service for perishables with freight subsidy support, enabling farmers to access distant, higher-value markets quickly.

Eligibility criteria

  • Farmers, traders and FPOs shipping perishables
  • On notified Kisan Rail routes
  • Freight subsidy as notified

How to apply

  1. 1

    Check Kisan Rail routes and schedules with the railways

  2. 2

    Book your perishable consignment

  3. 3

    Avail the subsidised refrigerated transport

Documents required

  • Consignment / produce details
  • Identity proof

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