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+metatag-keywords=(soil health card, free soil testing, soil card scheme, kvk soil test)
+metatag-description=(Free soil testing + nutrient + pH report every 2 years. Recommendations to optimize fertilizer use + crop yield. * Indian farmer with cultivable land * Apply at.)
+}}
+====== Soil Health Card — free soil testing + nutrient recommendations (2026) ======
+{{:social:auto:yojana-soil-health-card.png?direct&1200 |Soil Health Card — free soil testing + nutrient recommendations (2026) — RTI Wiki}}
+<WRAP info>
+**Free soil test + customised nutrient recommendations + crop-specific advisory; updated every 2 years.**
+**Launched:** 2015  ·  **Issued by:** Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
+</WRAP>
+===== Who is eligible =====
+  * Indian farmer with cultivable land
+  * Apply at nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK)
+  * Aadhaar + land record
+===== What you get =====
+Free soil test (NPK + pH + organic carbon + micronutrients). Crop-specific fertilizer recommendations. Card valid for 2 years; refresh required after.
+===== How to apply (step-by-step) =====
+  - **Visit nearest KVK or block agriculture office** — Or apply online at soilhealth.dac.gov.in.
+  - **Submit Aadhaar + land record** — 1 sample per 2.5 hectares of land.
+  - **Sample collected by Patwari / KVK staff** — In your presence.
+  - **Lab test in 30-45 days** — Results published online.
+  - **Card delivered + uploaded to portal** — Recommendations specific to your crops.
+  - **Re-apply after 2 years** — Free refresh.
+===== Documents needed =====
+  * Aadhaar
+  * Land record (Khasra)
+  * Mobile number
+===== Timeline =====
+Test results: 30-45 days. Card delivery: 60-90 days.
+===== Portal + helpline =====
+  * **Official portal:** [[https://soilhealth.dac.gov.in|soilhealth.dac.gov.in]]
+  * **Helpline:** KVK helpline (state-specific)
+===== Common issues =====
+  * Card not received > 60 days — file RTI to KVK + State Agriculture Dept.
+  * Recommendations too generic — visit KVK; agronomist customizes per your crop.
+  * Multiple plots — separate sample per 2.5 ha; can request multiple cards.
+  * Reading dispute — re-test free at any KVK lab.
+===== Benefit delayed or rejected? File an RTI =====
+Most "delays" or "rejections" clear within 7-15 days of an RTI being filed. Use this 5-question template:
+<code>
+. Status of my application no. _____ dated _____ as on date.
+. Name + designation of dealing officer assigned to my file.
+. Reasons for delay beyond the statutory timeline.
+. Copy of any noting / movement of my file in the past 30 days.
+. Likely date of disbursement / decision.
+</code>
+**Auto-fill the PIO + your case:** [[:rti-for-pmkisan-installment|Open the AI RTI Drafter →]]
+**More schemes for you:** [[:audience:farmers|All farmers schemes]]
+===== Frequently asked questions =====
+==== Cost? ====
+Fully free.
+==== Sample frequency? ====
+Every 2 years; same plot.
+==== Multi-cropping plot? ====
+Single sample suffices; recommendations cover all crops.
+==== Card delayed? ====
+File RTI to KVK + DAO. Use AI RTI Drafter.
+===== Summary + next step =====
+<WRAP center round tip 90%>
+**Bottom line:** Free soil test + customised nutrient recommendations + crop-specific advisory; updated every 2 years. Apply at **soilhealth.dac.gov.in**. If delayed beyond timeline, file an RTI — most cases clear within 15 days.
+  * **Apply now:** [[https://soilhealth.dac.gov.in|soilhealth.dac.gov.in]]
+  * **If delayed — RTI Drafter:** [[:rti-for-pmkisan-installment|File RTI in 5 minutes]]
+  * **Browse all yojanas:** [[:yojana:start|Sarkari Yojana index]]
+</WRAP>
+===== Related =====
+  * [[:yojana:start|All Sarkari Yojanas]]
+  * [[:check-status:start|Status-check guides]]
+  * [[:helplines:start|Helplines + grievance]]
+  * [[:citizen-rti-playbook|Full RTI Playbook]]
+//Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.//
+{{tag>yojana sarkari-yojana soil-health-card}}