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Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is assisting eligible farmers with an amount of ₹6,000 per year, and the amounts are credited directly to bank accounts in three instalments. The land-holding is the basic eligibility criterion for the scheme, while several categories, which include high-income strata and taxpayers, are excluded. The ownership of land for the purpose of the PM Kisan scheme is established based on the land records of the concerned state or Union Territory.
To get timely payments, beneficiary details like mobile number, address, Aadhaar, and bank details need to be maintained. Any mismatch or outdated data can delay and block instalments. Understanding the process of the proper update ensures farmers do not lose eligibility and suffer interruption.
Key Takeaways
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PM Kisan eligibility is based on land ownership as per state land records.
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The PM Kisan scheme is fully funded by the Government of India.
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Mobile number updation requires Aadhaar/ registration number.
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Address and bank updates are done through Aadhaar-based eKYC.
How to Update Phone Number in PM Kisan Yojana?
The need to change a phone number can arise in any situation. In this case, the beneficiary farmer would have to change the phone number in the PM Kisan records. Here is how the beneficiary farmer updates the PM Kisan phone number.
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Go to the official PM Kisan website: pmkisan.gov.in.
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Scroll down to the "Farmers Corner" and click on “e-KYC”.
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Enter your Aadhaar number and click "Search."
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Enter the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar.
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You will receive an OTP on that mobile. Enter it to complete the verification.
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Once e-KYC is successful, the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar will be updated in the PM Kisan records for future alerts.
Also Read, Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana
How to Update Address and Bank Account in PM Kisan Yojana?
Updating Address: Since PM Kisan relies on Aadhaar data, your address in the scheme must match your Aadhaar card. If you have moved, first update your address in your Aadhaar card. Once updated, perform the e-KYC on the PM Kisan portal (or via the PM Kisan GOI App) to sync the new address details.
Updating Bank Account (Crucial Change): You cannot manually update your bank account number on the PM Kisan website. The government now uses the Aadhaar Payment Bridge (APB) system.
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The installment is sent to whichever bank account is seeded (linked) with your Aadhaar and enabled for DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
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To change your bank account: Visit the branch of the bank where you want to receive the money. Submit an application to "Seed Aadhaar with Account for DBT/NPCI mapping."
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Once the bank processes this, the next installment will automatically be credited to this new account.
Also Read, How To Apply for an Aadhaar Card?
Tips to Avoid Common Errors
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Name Match: Ensure your name in the application matches your Aadhaar card exactly (including spelling and spaces).
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DBT Seeding: Merely linking Aadhaar to a bank account is not enough; you must specifically request the bank to enable DBT (NPCI mapping) to receive funds.
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e-KYC is Mandatory: Even if your details are correct, failure to complete e-KYC can stop your payments.
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Official Sources: Always use the official portal (pmkisan.gov.in) or the PM-KISAN GOI App to avoid fraud.
Also Read, Aadhaar e-KYC: How to Verify Aadhaar Online?
PM Kisan Scheme Details
Here are the primary details you need to know about the PM Kisan Scheme:
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PM Kisan gives ₹6,000 a year to qualifying land-holding farmers.
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The amount is made up of three instalments, with each instalment being ₹2,000.
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Funds are sent directly to bank accounts through a DBT.
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The scheme has 100% financial support from the Government of India.
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Aadhaar-based eKYC is mandatory, and you can now complete it using OTP, Biometrics at CSC centres, or Face Authentication via the PM-KISAN mobile app.
Conclusion
A beneficiary farmer should always provide valid information in the PM Kisan record, and any changes should be immediately updated. It will help the farmer stay up-to-date about the events and news related to the scheme and also keep him or her from unnecessary troubles and legal issues.
