e-KYC Verification Modes and Portal Steps
To eliminate fraudulent entries and ensure direct benefit transfers reach authentic farming households, the Government of India made Aadhaar-based e-KYC compulsory for all PM-Kisan recipients.
Completing verification is simple and can be accomplished from home if the farmer mobile number is linked to Aadhaar.
- Online OTP method: Visit the official portal (pmkisan.gov.in), select 'e-KYC', input your 12-digit Aadhaar number, and verify the one-time password sent to your registered mobile.
- Facial authentication: Download the PM-Kisan mobile app and complete facial recognition e-KYC without needing an OTP or fingerprint device.
- Biometric CSC center: If the mobile number is unlinked or unresponsive, visit any local Common Service Center (CSC) or state Seva Kendra for biometric thumb verification.
- Verification status: Once verified, the beneficiary status portal displays 'e-KYC Done: Yes'.
Troubleshooting Common Verification Issues
Beneficiaries frequently encounter mobile linking errors, Aadhaar name mismatches, or NPCI bank seeding delays that block installment release.
Addressing these banking and identification discrepancies promptly ensures uninterrupted financial support.
- Aadhaar-mobile linking: Visit an Aadhaar Seva Kendra or post office if your current mobile number is not mapped to your Aadhaar card.
- Name mismatch: Ensure the farmer name on the PM-Kisan registration matches the spelling on the Aadhaar card exactly.
- Bank account DBT mapping: Confirm that your receiving bank account has active NPCI Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mandate enabled.
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Common questions
Is e-KYC mandatory to receive PM-Kisan financial installments?
Yes, completing Aadhaar e-KYC is strictly mandatory for all registered beneficiaries to receive government financial assistance.
How can I complete PM-Kisan e-KYC online for free?
You can complete it free of charge on pmkisan.gov.in using the Aadhaar OTP service, or via facial authentication on the official PM-Kisan mobile app.
What should I do if I do not receive the OTP on my mobile phone?
If your Aadhaar-linked phone is inactive or unlinked, visit your nearest Common Service Center (CSC) to perform biometric fingerprint verification.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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