The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Yojana is one of the central government’s flagship schemes, providing annual financial assistance of ₹6,000 to eligible farmers across India. While the scheme has benefited millions of farmers, many people remain confused about whether multiple members of the same family can receive benefits.
The government has laid down clear rules regarding family eligibility under the PM-KISAN scheme.
What Does the government Mean by “Family”?
For PM-KISAN eligibility, a family is defined as:
- Husband
- Wife
- Minor children
This definition plays a crucial role in determining who can receive benefits.
How Many Members of One Family Can Benefit?
According to government rules, only one beneficiary per eligible farmer family can receive PM-KISAN benefits. Even if:
only one member of the family is entitled to receive the ₹6,000 annual assistance.
The objective is to ensure fair distribution of funds and prevent duplication of benefits.
What About Joint or Separate Land Ownership?
If agricultural land is jointly owned by family members, the family is still considered a single unit, and only one person can be registered as the beneficiary.
However, in the case of separate families—such as married sons living independently with their own families—they may be eligible separately, provided they meet all other scheme conditions.
Who Is Not Eligible?
Certain categories of individuals are excluded from PM-KISAN benefits, even if they own farmland, including:
- Income tax payers
- Government employees and pensioners (with some exceptions)
- Professionals such as doctors, engineers, and lawyers
- Institutional landholders
Important Advice for Farmers
Authorities advise farmers to:
- Ensure only one family member is registered
- Avoid duplicate registrations, which may lead to recovery of funds
- Keep land records and Aadhaar details updated
- Complete e-KYC to continue receiving installments
Why This Rule Exists
The one-beneficiary-per-family rule helps:
- Prevent misuse of public funds
- Ensure benefits reach more families
- Maintain transparency in subsidy distribution
Final Takeaway
Under the PM-KISAN Yojana, not all members of a family can receive benefits. The government allows only one eligible member per farmer family to receive the annual ₹6,000 assistance. Understanding and following this rule is essential to avoid disqualification or repayment issues.
Farmers are encouraged to verify their eligibility through official channels and stay updated with scheme guidelines.
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