PM Kisan New Registration: The Central Government operates the PM Kisan scheme to benefit farmers. Under this scheme, farmers receive financial assistance. So far, 23 installments have been released to farmers, and they are now awaiting the 24th instalment, which is likely to be released in October. However, there are still many farmers who have not yet joined the scheme. If eligible farmers apply and complete the registration process now, they can start receiving the benefits from the next installment onwards.
Registration Process Simplified
The government has made the registration process more digital and user-friendly. Applying for the scheme now requires a ‘Farmer ID’ and the completion of e-KYC.
How to Register
Farmers can apply for the scheme in two ways:
Online Application: To avail the benefits, farmers can apply from the comfort of their homes by visiting the official PM Kisan website and selecting the ‘New Farmer Registration’ option.
Via CSC Centers: Alternatively, farmers can visit a nearby Common Service Center (CSC) or Vasudha Kendra to register using biometric authentication.
Eligibility Criteria
The benefits of this scheme are available to farmers who have cultivable land registered in their names in government records. The definition of a ‘farmer family’ includes the husband, wife, and minor children.
Who is Not Eligible?
Institutional landholders, individuals holding constitutional posts, government employees, income taxpayers, and those receiving a monthly pension exceeding ₹10,000 are categorised as ineligible for the PM Kisan scheme.
Documents Required for Application
To register for this scheme, farmers must have certain necessary documents ready. Requirements include linking the Aadhaar card with a mobile number; land documents such as Khasra, Khatauni or land receipts; a bank passbook with Aadhaar linkage and DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) enabled; and a ‘Farmer ID’, which is becoming mandatory in many states.
When will the scheme’s benefits be received?
After registration, the state government conducts a physical verification of the documents. Once verification is complete and the beneficiary’s name is added to the list, farmers begin receiving the scheme’s benefits starting from the next installment. For instance, if a farmer applies now and the verification process is completed, they could receive the benefit of the 24th installment.
How to apply from home?
To apply from the comfort of their homes, farmers need to follow a few simple steps using a mobile phone or computer:
First, visit the website pmkisan.gov.in.
Next, click on the ‘New Farmer Registration’ option on the home page.
Then, enter details regarding the state, district, block, and village.
Enter land details such as the survey number or *Khasra* number.
Upload scanned copies of the land documents and submit the form.
Additionally, farmers can download the mobile app and complete the registration and e-KYC processes using face authentication.