The 17th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme has been authorized by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This scheme provides income assistance to landholding farmer families in India. Eligible farmers receive ₹6,000 annually, distributed in three ₹2,000 installments. The recent installment, totaling around ₹20,000 crore, will benefit approximately 9.3 crore farmers. If you’re curious about your beneficiary status, you can check it online by following these steps:
- Visit the Official PM Kisan Website.
- Access the Beneficiary Status Page.
- Click on “Beneficiary Status”.
- Enter your Aadhaar Number or Account Number.
- Click on “Get Data”.
- View your Beneficiary Status.
Remember that eKYC (electronic Know Your Customer) is mandatory for PM-KISAN registered farmers. You can complete eKYC through OTP-based or biometric methods.
What are the eligibility criteria for PM-KISAN?
Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, eligible farmers receive ₹2,000 every four months, totaling ₹6,000 annually. Here are the key eligibility criteria:
- Land Ownership: Small and marginal farmers with landholding up to two hectares can apply.
- Professional Category: The scheme covers farmers from all professional backgrounds.
- No Age Limit: Unlike many other welfare schemes, PM-KISAN has no age restrictions.
- Aadhaar Linkage: Ensure your bank account is linked with your Aadhaar card.
- e-KYC Completion: Farmers must complete e-KYC to receive subsequent installments.
To apply, visit the official PM-KISAN website and follow the steps for registration. Keep an eye out for the 17th installment, expected in June or July.
How to check PM-KISAN beneficiary status?
To check your PM-KISAN beneficiary status, follow these steps:
- Visit the official PM-KISAN portal.
- Click on “Farmers Corner”.
- Select “Beneficiary List”.
- Enter your Aadhaar number, Account number, or mobile number along with the captcha code.
- Click on the “Get Status” tab.
The list will display your name and the amount sent to your bank account.
How to update bank account details for PM-KISAN?
To update your bank account details for the PM-KISAN scheme, follow these steps:
- Visit the official PM-KISAN portal.
- Scroll down to “Farmers Corner”.
- Click on “Beneficiary Status”.
- Check your bank name listed there.
- Search for the “NCPI Aadhaar Linking Form” in your browser.
- Fill in your updated bank information on the subsequent page.
- Click “Submit” to save the changes.
Remember that eKYC (electronic Know Your Customer) is mandatory for PM-KISAN registered farmers. You can complete eKYC through OTP-based or biometric methods.
