PM Kisan, launched by the Government of India, provides financial benefits to the farmers (Kisan) of this country. However, to receive these benefits, the farmers must have completed e-KYC and check their beneficiary status. Here is what this article covers:

• How to check PM Kisan beneficiary status
• How to update e-KYC

About PM Kisan Samman Nidhi

PM Kisan, or the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, was launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department under the Government of India in February 2019. This initiative has been targeted to help the farmers of this country meet their domestic and agricultural needs without any financial strain.

Therefore, under this scheme, farmers are provided with Rs. 6,000 every year. This amount is paid in three equal instalments and directly to their bank accounts. While the CIBIL score plays a vital role in all finance matters, in this case, farmers can apply for the PM Kisan scheme regardless of their CIBIL score if they have 2 hectares of cultivable land.

The PM Kisan scheme covers farmers from all states and union territories of the country without any discrimination on any ground. It thus plays a significant role in contributing to the socio-economic development of the rural areas and supporting the agricultural community by ensuring a steady flow of income for them.

Why Should You Check PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Beneficiary Status?

Applying for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme is just as important as checking the status regularly. It allows you to monitor varied aspects of your Kisan profile. Here are some of the crucial things you can keep track of if you check the status of the scheme:

Instalments

• Once you are a registered beneficiary of the scheme, you are liable to receive financial assistance in three equal instalments in a year. 
• Checking the status of the scheme regularly allows you to keep track of the instalments you have already received and are yet to receive in the year. 
• In case you come across any dispensaries in the process, you can take the necessary steps to claim those on time.

Eligibility and Registration Status

• One of the primary reasons to check PM Kisan status is to ensure you meet the eligibility parameters of the scheme and verify your registration. 
• Thus, regularly checking the status of this scheme allows you to learn about the changes in eligibility criteria or see if all your personal details are successfully registered and updated in your profile.

Beneficiary List

• Once all eligible farmers apply for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department publishes a list consisting of the names of the beneficiaries. 
• Thus, if you have applied for the same, you need to keep checking the portal to learn whether or not the list consists of your name. 
• If it does, you can then proceed with the further process to claim your financial assistance.

Aadhaar and Bank Account Linkage

• It is one of the crucial requirements to link your Aadhaar card with the bank account where you wish to receive your financial assistance from the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. 
• Without completing this step, your payments cannot be processed. 

Future Releases

• Regularly checking the PM Kisan status also allows you to stay updated with any future releases they might have come out for the beneficiaries. 
• You can learn not only when your next instalments will be credited but also about new eligibility parameters, tentative modifications in payment processes, alerts regarding any issues, and much more.

Exclusions

• In some cases, farmers who have previously applied for the scheme may face any exclusions due to updated eligibility criteria. 
• Regularly checking the status or portal of your PM Kisan scheme enables you to learn about such exclusions and related details, helping you stay updated in every step.

Check PM Kisan Beneficiary Status By Aadhaar Card Number

Here is how you can check the PM Kisan beneficiary status with the help of your Aadhaar card:

Step 1: Visit the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi website.

Step 2: On the homepage, navigate to the option called ‘Farmers Corner’.

Step 3: Click on the ‘Know Your Status’ option.

Step 4: You will be redirected to another page, where you need to click on the option called ‘Know Your Registration Number’.

Step 5: Select the ‘Aadhaar Number’, enter your Aadhaar Number and captcha code as shown on the screen.

Step 6: Click on the option called ‘Get Mobile OTP’.

Step 7: Enter the OTP you received using your registered mobile number.

Step 8: Once the OTP you provided is verified, you will receive your registration number for the scheme.

Step 9: Now go to the home page again and go to ‘Know Your Status’.

Step 10: Enter your registration number along with the captcha code shown on the screen and click on the option called ‘Get OTP’.

Step 11: Once you enter the OTP, the screen will display all the beneficiary status of your Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme.

PM Kisan KYC

The government introduced the e-KYC process to ensure that the PM Kisan benefits reach the eligible beneficiaries in their Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts without the involvement of any middlemen. Thus, farmers must mandatorily complete their e-KYC to receive the scheme installments. 

Step 1: Visit the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi website.

Step 2: On the homepage, navigate to the option called ‘Farmers Corner’.

Step 3: Click on the option called ‘e-KYC’.

Step 4: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and click ‘Search’.

Step 5: Now, enter the mobile number that is linked to your bank account and click on the option called ‘Get Mobile OTP’.

Step 6: Enter the OTP and click on ‘Submit’ to complete the e-KYC process.

How To Update OTP Based E-KYC?

The following steps mention the process of updating your e-KYC smoothly under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme:

Step 1: Visit the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi website.

Step 2: On the homepage, navigate to the option called ‘Farmers Corner’.

Step 3: Click on the option called ‘e-KYC’.

Step 4: Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and click ‘Search’.

Step 5: Now, enter the mobile number that is linked to your bank account and click on the option called ‘Get Mobile OTP’.

Step 6: Enter the OTP and click on ‘Submit’ to complete the e-KYC process.

How To Update Biometric Based E-KYC?

Eligible individuals for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme also need to update their fingerprints or iris scans to complete the process of updating their -KYC details. You can do that by following the given steps:

Step 1: Visit the official website of the Common Service Centre (CSC) or State Seva Kedra (SSK) to locate your nearest CSC.

Step 2: Physically visit the centre and navigate to a necessary authority to let them know the purpose of your visit.

Step 3: Provide the required documents and details which include your Aadhaar Card and the mobile number which is linked to your bank account.

Step 4: The CSC or SSK authority member is going to guide you through the entire process to ensure you complete the remaining steps to update the e-KYC biometric details.

How To Update Face Authentication-Based E-KYC?

You can follow the steps below to verify your identity using the face recognition feature on your mobile device:

Step 1: Download and install the PM Kisan application and the Aadhaar Face RD on your mobile.

Step 2: Open the PM Kisan application and log in to your account with the necessary credentials.

Step 3: Navigate to the beneficiary status page and check if your e-KYC process is completed and the details are updated.

Step 4: If it says ‘Yes’, it means you are done with the updating process. However, if it says ‘No’, click on the "e-KYC" option to initiate the verification process.

Step 5: Provide your 12-digit Aadhaar number and grant permission to scan your face.

Step 6: Once your face is successfully scanned, your e-KYC process will be completed.

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme is one of the significant flagship initiatives that help the farmers of the country get adequate financial assistance. The Aadhaar card plays a significant role in the process since you need it to check the status of the scheme. Therefore, make sure link your Aadhaar card with bank account, complete the e-KYC and check the beneficiary status to receive three equal installments provided under this scheme.