The 20th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM Kisan) scheme is expected by the end of June 2025. To receive the upcoming payment, it is mandatory for beneficiaries to complete the e-KYC process linked with their Aadhaar number.
What Is PM Kisan?
The PM Kisan scheme, launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, provides ₹6,000 annually to eligible farmers in three equal instalments of ₹2,000 every four months. The objective is to offer direct income support to small and marginal farmers.
PM Kisan 20th Instalment Expected Date
The instalments are disbursed at regular four-month intervals. Since the 19th instalment was released in February 2025, the 20th instalment is expected to be credited to eligible beneficiaries by the end of June 2025.
Why e-KYC Is Mandatory
To promote transparency and ensure that the financial aid reaches the rightful beneficiaries, the government has made e-KYC compulsory. Completing e-KYC ensures the instalment is directly transferred to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the farmer, eliminating any possibility of fraud or middlemen interference.
Available e-KYC Methods for PM Kisan
Farmers can complete their e-KYC using any of the following methods:
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OTP-Based e-KYC
(Available on the PM Kisan Portal and PM Kisan Mobile App) -
Biometric-Based e-KYC
(Available at Common Service Centres (CSCs) and State Seva Kendras (SSKs)) -
Face Authentication-Based e-KYC
(Available on the PM Kisan Mobile App using Aadhaar Face RD app)
How to Complete Aadhaar OTP-Based e-KYC (Online Method)
Follow these simple steps to complete your e-KYC online:
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Visit the official PM Kisan portal: https://pmkisan.gov.in
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Click on the ‘e-KYC’ option at the top-right corner.
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Enter your Aadhaar number.
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Enter the OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
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Your e-KYC will be marked as successful upon OTP verification.
How to Complete Face Authentication e-KYC (Mobile App Method)
This method is useful for those without access to fingerprint-based authentication. Here’s how to do it:
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Download the PM-Kisan Mobile App and the Aadhaar Face RD App from the Google Play Store.
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Open the PM Kisan App and log in using your registered mobile number.
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Go to the Beneficiary Status section.
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If your e-KYC status is marked as “No”, tap on the ‘e-KYC’ option.
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Enter your Aadhaar number and provide consent for face scanning.
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Once scanned successfully, the e-KYC is considered complete.
Note: e-KYC status is generally updated on the PM Kisan portal within 24 hours of successful submission via any method.
Final Reminder: Complete e-KYC Before Instalment Release
With the 20th PM Kisan instalment around the corner, all beneficiaries must complete their e-KYC process promptly to avoid missing out on the payment. Regularly check your beneficiary status on the portal and ensure all Aadhaar-linked details are correct.
Stay updated, complete your e-KYC, and secure your rightful benefit from the PM Kisan scheme.
