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PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is a central government scheme that provides financial assistance of Rs. 6,000 per year to small and marginal farmers in three equal instalments of Rs. 2,000 each. The scheme was launched in December 2018 and has so far disbursed 13 instalments to more than 12 crore farmers across the country. The 14th instalment of the scheme is expected to be released in February 2023.
However, some beneficiary farmers may get a cut in their 14th instalment due to various reasons. In this blog post, we will provide you with all the details regarding the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, such as eligibility criteria, how to apply, how to check status, how to correct errors, etc. We will also tell you why some farmers may get a cut in their 14th instalment and how to avoid it. Read on to find out more.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana: Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, a farmer must fulfill the following criteria:
- The farmer must be a citizen of India and own cultivable land as per the land records of the concerned state or union territory.
- The farmer must belong to the small and marginal category, i.e., having landholding up to 2 hectares (5 acres).
- The farmer must not be an income tax payer or hold any constitutional or public office.
- The farmer must not be receiving any pension above Rs. 10,000 per month from the central or state government or any other source.
- The farmer must not be a former or present minister, MP, MLA, MLC, mayor, district panchayat president, or any other equivalent post.
- The farmer must not be a professional such as doctor, engineer, lawyer, chartered accountant, etc.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana: How to Apply
To apply for the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, a farmer can follow any of the following methods:
- Online Method: The farmer can visit the official website of PM Kisan (https://pmkisan.gov.in/) and click on the “New Farmer Registration” option. The farmer will have to enter his/her Aadhaar number, state, district, block, village, and captcha code. The farmer will then have to fill in the online application form with his/her personal details, bank account details, land details, etc. The farmer will also have to upload the scanned copies of his/her Aadhaar card and land documents. After submitting the application form, the farmer will get a registration number for future reference.
- Offline Method: The farmer can visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or local agriculture officer or patwari or revenue officer and submit his/her application form along with the self-attested copies of his/her Aadhaar card and land documents. The CSC or officer will verify the documents and upload them on the PM Kisan portal. The farmer will get a receipt with a registration number for future reference.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana: How to Check Status
To check the status of his/her application or payment under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, a farmer can follow any of the following methods:
- Online Method: The farmer can visit the official website of PM Kisan (https://pmkisan.gov.in/) and click on the “Farmer’s Corner” option. The farmer can then choose any of the following options:
- Beneficiary Status: The farmer can enter his/her Aadhaar number or account number or mobile number and click on “Get Data” to check his/her beneficiary status.
- Payment Status: The farmer can enter his/her Aadhaar number or account number or mobile number and click on “Get Data” to check his/her payment status.
- Beneficiary List: The farmer can select his/her state, district, sub-district, block, and village and click on “Get Report” to check his/her name in the beneficiary list.
- Offline Method: The farmer can call the PM Kisan helpline number 155261 or 1800115526 or 011-23381092 or visit the nearest CSC or local agriculture officer or patwari or revenue officer and provide his/her registration number or Aadhaar number or account number or mobile number to check his/her status.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana: How to Correct Errors
If a farmer finds any error or discrepancy in his/her application or payment details under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, he/she can correct it by following any of the following methods:
- Online Method: The farmer can visit the official website of PM Kisan (https://pmkisan.gov.in/) and click on the “Farmer’s Corner” option. The farmer can then choose any of the following options:
- Edit Aadhaar Details: The farmer can enter his/her Aadhaar number and captcha code and click on “Search” to edit his/her Aadhaar details.
- Edit Personal Details: The farmer can enter his/her Aadhaar number and captcha code and click on “Search” to edit his/her personal details such as name, gender, date of birth, etc.
- Edit Bank Account Details: The farmer can enter his/her Aadhaar number and captcha code and click on “Search” to edit his/her bank account details such as account number, IFSC code, branch name, etc.
- Edit Land Details: The farmer can enter his/her Aadhaar number and captcha code and click on “Search” to edit his/her land details such as landholding size, land type, land location, etc.
- Offline Method: The farmer can visit the nearest CSC or local agriculture officer or patwari or revenue officer and submit his/her application form along with the self-attested copies of the corrected documents. The CSC or officer will verify the documents and upload them on the PM Kisan portal.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana: Why Some Farmers May Get Cut in 14th Instalment
Some beneficiary farmers may get a cut in their 14th instalment due to various reasons such as:
- Incomplete or incorrect application or payment details: If a farmer has not filled in his/her application form completely or correctly or has not provided his/her correct bank account details or Aadhaar details, he/she may face a delay or rejection in his/her payment. The farmer should check and correct his/her details as soon as possible to avoid any cut in his/her instalment.
- Ineligible beneficiaries: If a farmer does not meet the eligibility criteria of the scheme or has been found to be an income tax payer or a public servant or a professional or a pensioner above Rs. 10,000 per month, he/she may be removed from the beneficiary list and may not receive any instalment. The farmer should check his/her eligibility before applying for the scheme and should not provide any false or misleading information.
- Land records mismatch: If a farmer’s land records do not match with the state or central database or have not been updated after any change in ownership or size or type of land, he/she may face a problem in receiving his/her instalment. The farmer should ensure that his/her land records are accurate and updated and should submit the relevant documents to prove his/her land ownership and size.
- Aadhaar authentication failure: If a farmer’s Aadhaar details do not match with his/her bank account details or personal details or have not been verified by the UIDAI, he/she may face an issue in receiving his/her instalment. The farmer should ensure that his/her Aadhaar details are correct and verified and should link his/her Aadhaar with his/her bank account and mobile number.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana: Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the frequently asked questions about the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana:
Q1. How much financial assistance does a farmer get under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana?
A1. A farmer gets Rs. 6,000 per year in three equal instalments of Rs. 2,000 each under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana.
Q2. When will the 14th instalment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana be released?
A2. The 14th instalment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is expected to be released in February 2023.
Q3. How can I apply for the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana?
A3. You can apply for the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana online through the official website of PM Kisan (https://pmkisan.gov.in/) or offline through the nearest CSC or local agriculture officer or patwari or revenue officer.
Q4. How can I check my status under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana?
A4. You can check your status under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana online through the official website of PM Kisan (https://pmkisan.gov.in/) or offline through the PM Kisan helpline number 155261 or 1800115526 or 011-23381092 or through the nearest CSC or local agriculture officer or patwari or revenue officer.
Q5. How can I correct any error in my application or payment details under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana?
A5. You can correct any error in your application or payment details under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana online through the official website of PM Kisan (https://pmkisan.gov.in/) or offline through the nearest CSC or local agriculture officer or patwari or revenue officer.
Q6. What are the reasons for getting a cut in the 14th instalment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana?
A6. Some of the reasons for getting a cut in the 14th instalment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana are incomplete or incorrect application or payment details, ineligible beneficiaries, land records mismatch, and Aadhaar authentication failure.
Q7. Where can I get more information about the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana?
A7. You can get more information about the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana by visiting the official website of PM Kisan (https://pmkisan.gov.in/) or by reading this blog post.
We hope that this blog post has helped you understand all the details about the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. If you have any queries or doubts, feel free to comment below or contact us at knockinglive.com. We will be happy to assist you.
All the best for your 14th instalment!
