Core eligibility requirements and exclusions
- Land ownership: The applicant farmer must own cultivable agricultural land registered in their name in official state revenue records (Khatauni / Bhulekh / 7/12 extract).
- Family definition: A farmer family consists of husband, wife, and minor children under scheme operational guidelines.
- Exclusions: Institutional landholders, former or serving ministers, MPs, MLAs, government employees, and income taxpayers are excluded.
- Aadhaar linkage: Active Aadhaar card linked with mobile number for OTP verification is mandatory.
Step-by-step online registration procedure
Visit the official portal at pmkisan.gov.in and click on 'New Farmer Registration'. Select rural or urban farmer, enter your Aadhaar number, state, and mobile number to receive an OTP. Once verified, complete the application form by entering bank details, district, sub-district, village, land record details (khata number, khasra number, land transfer date), and upload a copy of the land record.
Approval workflow and tracking application status
- Submitted applications undergo electronic verification by the local Patwari, Tehsildar, and District Agriculture Officer.
- Track application status under the 'Status of Self Registered Farmer' tab on pmkisan.gov.in using your Aadhaar number.
- Complete Aadhaar e-KYC and ensure your bank account is seeded on the NPCI mapper for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
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Common questions
What is the official website for new PM-Kisan farmer registration?
The official national portal is pmkisan.gov.in, managed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
What documents are required to register for PM-KISAN?
Aadhaar card, active mobile number, digitized land ownership record (Khatauni/7-12), and an Aadhaar-seeded bank account passbook.
Can a farmer register for PM-KISAN offline?
Yes, farmers can visit their nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or local agriculture office to register with biometric authentication.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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