PM Kisan 20th instalment date: How to complete Aadhaar-based OTP e-KYC to receive next instalment?

Beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM Kisan) scheme are eagerly awaiting the 20th instalment of the financial assistance program. However, it is mandatory to complete the e-KYC to receive the next instalment directly into their Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts, as per government guidelines.

What is PM Kisan?

Launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, PM Kisan provides Rs 6,000 annually to eligible farmers. The amount is disbursed in three equal instalments of Rs 2,000 every four months, offering crucial financial assistance to small and marginal farmers.

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PM-Kisan 20th instalment date

Instalments are disbursed every four months, so the last instalment was made in February. Based on this schedule, the upcoming 20th installment is expected to be released by the end of June.

Is eKYC mandatory to receive the next instalment?

The government mandates e-KYC to ensure transparency and eliminate the role of middlemen. It helps in confirming the identity of genuine beneficiaries and ensures that the benefits are transferred directly to their bank accounts.

Modes of e-KYC for PM Kisan

Farmers can complete e-KYC using any of the following four methods:

• OTP Based e-KYC (available on PM Kisan Portal and Mobile App)
• Biometric based e-KYC (available at Common Service Centres (CSCs) and State Seva Kendra (SSKs))
• Face authentication-based e-KYC (available on PM Kisan Mobile app)
• A convenient and user-friendly method via the PM Kisan mobile app, especially for those without fingerprint access.

How to complete Aadhaar OTP-based e-KYC

Step 1: Visit the official portal: https://pmkisan.gov.in
Step 2: Click on the ‘e-KYC’ option at the top-right corner.
Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar number.
Step 4: Submit the OTP received on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
Step 5: e-KYC will be completed once OTP verification is successful.

How to complete Face Authentication e-KYC (Mobile App)

Step 1: Download the PM-Kisan Mobile App and the Aadhaar Face RD app from Google Play Store.
Step 2: Open the PM Kisan app and log in with your registered mobile number.
Step 3: Go to the Beneficiary Status section.
Step 4: If e-KYC status is shown as “No”, click on ‘e-KYC’.
Step 5: Enter your Aadhaar number and give consent to scan your face.
Step 6: Once your face is scanned successfully, e-KYC is marked as complete.
Note that the e-KYC status will be updated on the portal within 24 hours of successful completion through any mode.

With the 20th instalment of PM Kisan due soon, all eligible beneficiaries must ensure their e-KYC is completed to avoid missing out on the upcoming payout. Farmers are advised to check their beneficiary status regularly and complete the e-KYC process well in advance.