Beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM Kisan Yojana) are eagerly anticipating the 20th installment of the scheme. It’s expected that this ₹2,000 installment could be credited to farmers’ accounts by the end of June 2025. However, the government has made it abundantly clear: to receive this upcoming payment, e-KYC (electronic Know Your Customer) is mandatory. If you haven’t completed your e-KYC yet, it’s crucial to do so through the prescribed methods to avoid any delays in your payment.
The 19th installment was released in February 2025, setting the expectation for the 20th installment to arrive by the close of June. The government’s decision to make e-KYC compulsory serves a vital purpose: to verify beneficiary identities and eliminate intermediaries. This ensures that the financial aid is directly transferred to bank accounts linked with Aadhaar, streamlining the process and reducing potential fraud. Without completing your e-KYC, you simply won’t receive the next installment.
Fortunately, there are four convenient ways for farmers to complete their e-KYC. The first is OTP-based e-KYC, accessible through the official PM Kisan portal or the mobile application. Alternatively, you can opt for biometric-based e-KYC by visiting your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or state service center. For those with compatible devices, face authentication-based e-KYC is available via the PM Kisan Mobile App. Finally, if you don’t have access to mobile OTP or fingerprint facilities, you can complete your e-KYC offline with assistance from a CSC.
Completing OTP-based e-KYC is straightforward: visit the official website, pmkisan.gov.in, click on the ‘e-KYC’ option, enter your Aadhaar number, and then input the OTP received on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number. Successful verification will complete the process. For face authentication, download both the PM-Kisan Mobile App and the Aadhaar Face RD App. Log in, select the ‘e-KYC’ option, enter your Aadhaar number, and scan your face using the camera. A successful scan will finalize your e-KYC.
Fact Check: The information provided about the 20th installment being expected by the end of June 2025 and the mandatory nature of e-KYC is consistent with official announcements and the scheme’s guidelines. The methods for e-KYC (OTP, biometric, face authentication, and offline via CSC) are also accurate.
It’s paramount that all beneficiaries complete their e-KYC in a timely manner. Failing to do so will result in the non-receipt of the 20th installment. Take action now to ensure your uninterrupted benefit from the PM Kisan Yojana.