PM-KISAN 18th Installment: The PM-KISAN scheme continues to provide crucial support to farmers across India, offering direct financial assistance to enhance their livelihoods and sustain agricultural activities. Beneficiary farmers across India are eagerly anticipating the forthcoming 18th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme, with reports suggesting that the 18th installment will be disbursed on October 05, 2024.
PM-KISAN: Previous Installments and Scheme Details
Under the PM-KISAN scheme, eligible farmers receive Rs 2,000 every four months, amounting to Rs 6,000 annually. The disbursement occurs in three installments: April-July, August-November, and December-March. The funds are directly transferred to the beneficiaries' bank accounts.
The 17th installment, totaling over Rs 20,000 Crores, was distributed to more than 9.26 crore farmers onm June 18, 2024. To receive PM-KISAN installments, farmers must complete their e-KYC. This can be done through OTP-based eKYC on the PM-KISAN Portal or by visiting the nearest Common Service Centres (CSC) for Biometric-based eKYC.
Step-by-Step Guide for PM-KISAN e-KYC Process
For those yet to complete the PM-KISAN e-KYC process, here is a step-by-step guide to help navigate the procedure:
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Visit the official PM Kisan website at [https://pmkisan.gov.in/].
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Locate the ‘Farmers Corner’ on the right-hand side of the homepage.
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Click on the ‘e-KYC’ option in the box below Farmers Corner.
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Access the Aadhar e-KYC page.
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Enter your Aadhar number and the displayed Captcha code, then click on the search button.
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Input your mobile number linked to your Aadhar card and click on the "Get OTP" button.
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Enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
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Click on the ‘Submit for Authentication’ button to successfully complete your PM KISAN e-KYC.
Checking Beneficiary Status and Name in List
Farmers can check their beneficiary status and names in the list by visiting the official PM-Kisan website (pmkisan.gov.in) and following simple steps:
For Beneficiary Status:
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Visit pmkisan.gov.in
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Click on 'Know Your Status'
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Enter the registration number and fill Captcha Code
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Select 'Get Data' to view beneficiary status
To check the beneficiary list:
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Visit pmkisan.gov.in
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Click on 'Beneficiary list'
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Select state, district, sub-district, block, and village
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Click 'Get Report' to view the beneficiary list details
Helpline & Application Process
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For assistance, farmers can call the helpline numbers 155261 or 011-24300606.
To Apply for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi:
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Visit pmkisan.gov.in
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Click on 'New Farmer Registration'
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Enter Aadhaar number and fill captcha
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Provide required details in the application form
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Save and print the completed form for future reference.
