The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM KISAN) is a significant initiative by the Government of India designed to provide financial aid to small and marginal farmers. Below is a comprehensive overview of the scheme.
What is PM KISAN?
PM-KISAN is a government program that helps small farmers in India by giving them money to support their farming activities.
How Much Money Do Farmers Get?
- Farmers receive ₹6,000 every year.
- This money is given in three parts:
- ₹2,000 every four months.
Who Can Get This Money?
To be eligible, farmers must:
- Own up to two hectares of land.
- Not be part of certain groups like government employees or high-income taxpayers.
How to Apply for PM-KISAN?
Farmers can apply in these ways:
- Visit Local Offices: Go to your local revenue office or designated officer.
- Common Service Centres (CSCs): You can register at these centres for a small fee.
- Online Registration: If you have access to the internet, you can register on the PM-KISAN website.
How to Check Your Status?
To see if you are registered:
- Go to the PM-KISAN website.
- Click on “Beneficiary List.”
- Enter your state, district, and village details.
- Click “Get Report” to see if your name is there.
eKYC Process
To keep receiving money, you need to complete eKYC (Know Your Customer). Here’s how:
- OTP-based eKYC:
- You need a mobile number linked to your Aadhaar.
- Go to the PM-KISAN website and click “e-KYC.”
- Enter your Aadhaar number and submit the OTP sent to your mobile.
- Biometric eKYC:
- Visit a Common Service Centre with your Aadhaar card.
- Pay a small fee for biometric verification.
- Face Authentication eKYC:
- Use the PM-KISAN app on your mobile.
- Follow instructions to scan your face for verification.
Important Updates
The next payment (18th installment) will be released on October 5, 2024, helping over 9.5 crore farmers across India.