PM Kisan registration is the first step for any farmer who wants to receive ₹6,000 per year under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. Every farmer family must register on the official portal before they can start getting the ₹2,000 installment in their bank account.
This guide covers the step-by-step PM Kisan registration process, required documents, eligibility criteria, registration status check, and what happens after registration.
What is PM Kisan Registration?
PM Kisan registration is the official enrollment process under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, a central government scheme that gives ₹6,000 every year to landholding farmer families. Once registered and verified, eligible farmers receive ₹2,000 every four months directly into their Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Registration is a one-time process. Once the state government approves your application, your name is added to the official beneficiary list, and you start receiving installments from the next cycle.
Who Can Apply for PM Kisan Registration?
Any farmer family that meets the eligibility conditions of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana can apply.
- Landholding farmer families, including husband, wife, and minor children, who collectively own cultivable land as per state land records
- The land must be registered in the farmer's name in the state or revenue records before 1 February 2019
- The farmer must be an Indian citizen
- Aadhaar card is mandatory for all members
- Bank account must be active and linked with Aadhaar
- eKYC must be completed
- In 14 states, Farmer ID (Kisan Pehchaan Patra) is mandatory for new registrations
Documents Required for PM Kisan Registration
Keep the following documents ready before you start your PM Kisan registration process:
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory for all family members)
- Bank Account Passbook with IFSC code
- Land Records — Khasra, Khatauni, Survey number, Khata number, or 7/12 extract
- Citizenship Proof — Voter ID, Aadhaar, or domicile certificate
- Mobile Number linked with Aadhaar (for OTP verification)
- Passport-size photograph
- Farmer ID (Kisan Pehchaan Patra) — mandatory in 14 states
Optional documents that may be asked for: NREGA job card, ration card, or PAN card.
How to Register for the PM Kisan Yojana?
The farmers can apply for the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi yojana in the following ways:
PM Kisan Online Registration: Step-by-Step Process
The easiest way to register is through the official PM Kisan portal. Here's the complete PM Kisan online registration process.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit the official portal: pmkisan.gov.in
- Scroll down to the "Farmers Corner" section on the homepage
- Click on "New Farmer Registration"
- Select "Rural Farmer Registration" or "Urban Farmer Registration" based on where your farmland is located
- Enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number, and select your state
- Fill in the captcha and click "Search."
- If you are a new farmer, the portal will ask "Do you want to register yourself?" — click "Yes."
- Fill the registration form with your personal details, bank account number, IFSC code, and land details (Khasra/Khatauni)
- Upload the required documents
- Click "Submit" to complete the form
- Save your registration number for future status checks
Tip: Take a screenshot of your registration number — you will need it to check status, do eKYC, and update details later.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Registration at CSC (Offline)
If you don't have internet access or a smartphone, you can register offline at a Common Service Centre (CSC) or Jan Seva Kendra.
Step-by-Step Process
- Find your nearest CSC or Jan Seva Kendra
- Carry your Aadhaar card, bank passbook, and land records
- Tell the operator you want to apply for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi registration
- The operator will fill the online form on your behalf
- Verify the details once before submission
- Collect the acknowledgement slip with your registration number
Cost: ₹15–₹30 (CSC service fee, not a government charge)
PM Kisan Registration via Mobile App
The PMKISAN GoI mobile app makes registration easy for farmers with smartphones.
Step-by-Step Process
- Open Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS)
- Search and download the "PMKISAN GoI" app (official, by NIC)
- Open the app and select your preferred language
- Tap on "New Farmer Registration"
- Enter your Aadhaar number and captcha
- Tap "Continue"
- Fill in your name, bank details, IFSC code, address, land details, etc.
- Use Face Authentication for instant identity verification
- Tap "Submit" to complete
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Registration via Lekhpal / Patwari / Krishi Sahayak
If you need help with the form, you can register through your village revenue officer.
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit your village Lekhpal, Patwari, or Krishi Sahayak
- Carry your Aadhaar, bank passbook, and land records
- Submit the filled application form along with documents
- The officer will upload your details to the PM Kisan portal from their official login
- Collect a written acknowledgement of submission
How to Check PM Kisan Registration Status
After submitting your application, you can check the status of your registration online.
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit pmkisan.gov.in
- Click on "Status of Self Registered Farmer / CSC Farmer" under Farmers Corner
- Enter your Aadhaar number
- Fill in the captcha and click "Search."
- The status of your registration will appear on screen
What Happens After PM Kisan Registration?
Once your application is submitted successfully:
- Your details are sent to the state government for verification
- The village Lekhpal/Patwari verifies your land records
- After verification, your application is sent to the central PM Kisan portal
- Your name appears in the official beneficiary list
- You receive the next ₹2,000 installment in your Aadhaar-linked bank account
Important: Complete your PM Kisan eKYC within 30 days of registration. Without eKYC, your installment will not be credited even if your registration is approved.
What is PM Kisan e-KYC and why it matters
- PM Kisan e-KYC is a one-time Aadhaar-based verification required to keep your beneficiary status active under the scheme.
- Without completing e-KYC, the ₹2,000 instalment will not reach your bank account, even if you are eligible.
- Farmers can finish their PM Kisan e-KYC hrough OTP, biometric, or Face Authentication within a few minutes.
- Government records show that e-KYC has helped remove crores of fake beneficiaries, making sure the benefit reaches only the genuine farmer family.
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