Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-Kisan) is a scheme launched by the Government of India in February 2019 to provide financial assistance to the farmers of the country. The scheme aimed to supplement the financial needs of farmers and help them in meeting the input costs of farming.
Under this scheme, the Central government provides a cash assistance of Rs 6,000 per year to the eligible farmers. The amount is transferred to their bank accounts directly in three equal installments of Rs 2,000 each. The scheme aims to benefit more than 12 crore farmers across the country.
If you are a farmer and have enrolled for PM-Kisan scheme, you may have some queries regarding the payment of money. Here are some of the commonly asked questions:
Q: How can I check if I have received the payment under PM-Kisan scheme?
A: You can check the status of payment on the official website of PM Kisan scheme (pmkisan.gov.in) by clicking on the ‘Beneficiary Status’ option. You will need to enter your Aadhaar number or mobile number or account number to check the status.
Q: What is the process of receiving payments under PM-Kisan scheme?
A: The payments are made directly to the bank accounts of the eligible farmers. The process is initiated by the State Government or UT Administration or farmers themselves through the online self-registration process available on the PM-Kisan portal.
Q: What is the eligibility criteria for PM-Kisan scheme?
A: The scheme is applicable to all farmers who own cultivable land and are between the age of 18 to 40 years. The ownership of the land should be in the name of the farmer and should be registered on the land record of the State or Union Territory.
Q: How can I update my details in PM-Kisan scheme?
A: You can update your details by logging in to your PM-Kisan account on the official website. You will need to click on the ‘Edit Aadhaar Failure Records’ option and then update the required details.
PM-Kisan scheme is a great initiative by the government to provide financial assistance to the farmers. If you have any other queries related to the scheme, you can visit the official website or contact the helpline number provided on the website.