The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) Yojana, launched by the Government of India in February 2019, is one of the largest Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) schemes in the country, aimed at providing financial assistance to small and marginal farmers. Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive ₹6,000 annually, distributed in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each, directly into their bank accounts.
What You Must Do Before the Funds Arrive
Complete your Aadhaar OTP e‑KYC
This is mandatory. Without it, you won’t receive the installment
Link your Aadhaar with your bank account
DBT transfers require this link. Ensure IFSC and account details are accurate
Confirm your name is on the beneficiary list
Visit the portal and check the list by selecting State → District → Block → Village
Register in Farmer Registry (if required)
Some states now require this to access related benefits
How to Check Your Status
Go to the PM-Kisan portal, and under Farmers Corner, use
Beneficiary Status to track payment history and e-KYC
Beneficiary List to verify your inclusion
e‑KYC section to complete OTP-based verification
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Final Recommendations
Finish your e‑KYC immediately (by July 01 at the latest) to avoid missing the ₹2,000.
Verify Aadhaar-bank linkage and correct IFSC/account details before the funds disburse.
Regularly check the PM-Kisan portal or visit a CSC if unsure
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Eligibility Criteria
Must be a landholding farmer family with cultivable land.
The name of the beneficiary should match with the land ownership records in the revenue department.
Aadhaar number must be linked with the bank account.
The farmer must have completed e-KYC (Electronic Know Your Customer
Not engaged in government services, nor a taxpayer.
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