🧾 1. Complete e‑KYC (Electronic Know Your Customer)

  • Mandatory step: Beneficiaries must complete e‑KYC on the official PM Kisan portal.
  • How it works: Using your Aadhaar‑linked mobile number, you enter the one‑time password (OTP) to verify identity.
  • Why it matters: Without completed e‑KYC, the next installment may not be disbursed into your bank account.

🆔 2. Link Aadhaar with Your bank Account (Aadhaar Seeding)

  • Required for DBT: The bank account must be linked with your Aadhaar number so that the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system can credit the money properly.
  • Issue if incomplete: Mismatches between Aadhaar and bank details are a common reason for payment failures.

🗺️ 3. Verify and Update Land Records

  • Land seeding: Your landholding details must be verified and correctly updated in the PM Kisan database.
  • Verification by authorities: Sometimes the agriculture department or land records office needs to confirm ownership details. If this step is incomplete, your installment could be withheld until resolved.

👨‍🌾 4. Check Your Beneficiary Status on the Portal

  • Before payment: Visit the pmkisan.gov.in website and use the “Beneficiary Status” tool to confirm:
    • Your name is still on the list
    • Your e‑KYC status is completed
    • Aadhaar and bank seeding are correct
    • Land records are verified
  • Correct errors early: If any status shows “No” or pending, fix it before the installment release to avoid delays.

🆔 5. Create or Update Your Farmer ID (If Applicable)

  • New requirement: For recent installments (e.g., the 22nd), a Farmer ID — a unique wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital identifier — may be mandatory. Without it, even completed e‑KYC might not suffice.
  • Why it’s introduced: The Farmer ID links land, identity, and scheme data to reduce errors and prevent misuse.

🔎 6. Ensure bank Details Are Accurate and Active

  • Verify details: Make sure your bank account number, IFSC code, and your account are active.
  • Common pitfalls: Inactive accounts, incorrect IFSC codes, or name spelling errors frequently lead to failed transfers or withheld payments.

📱 Summary — Quick Checklist Before the Next Installment

✔ Complete e‑KYC
✔ Link Aadhaar to bank account
✔ Verify land records
✔ Check beneficiary status online
✔ Create/update Farmer ID (if required)
✔ Confirm bank details are correct and active

🗓️ When Is the Next Installment?

  • The 22nd PM Kisan installment (₹2,000) is expected to be released between March and april 2026 — but an official date will be confirmed by the government on the PM Kisan portal.

Pro tip: Regularly check the official PM Kisan portal and your beneficiary status well before the expected release — fixing issues early is the best way to avoid delays or rejection of your payment.

 

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Balasahana Suresh

03/02/2026 11:08 AM