PM Kisan Registration: Documents, eKYC and Steps
PM Kisan registration is the first step to receive the ₹6,000 a year that the central government pays eligible farmer families in three instalments of ₹2,000. A farmer can register on the official PM-KISAN portal by self-registration, at a Common Service Centre or through the state nodal officer, and the process needs Aadhaar, a bank account, land records and a working mobile number. This guide explains who is eligible, what documents to keep ready, the step-by-step process, why eKYC matters and the mistakes that stop payments.
The Harvest is not a PM-KISAN service and never collects your Aadhaar, mobile number or bank details. Always register on the official portal or through a government-approved centre.
Quick answer: For PM Kisan registration, open the official PM-KISAN portal, choose New Farmer Registration in Farmers Corner, enter your Aadhaar, mobile number and state, verify the OTP, then fill in land and bank details and submit. After state approval, complete eKYC. Keep Aadhaar, passbook and land records ready, and check your record later under Know Your Status.
Key takeaways
- Registration is free. Nobody can charge you money to approve your name.
- The documents you need are Aadhaar, a bank passbook, land records and an active mobile number.
- Payment needs three things to be in order: eKYC, land record seeding and a bank account linked with Aadhaar.
- The 23rd instalment was released on 20 June 2026, and the 24th has no official date yet.
- Check your record regularly, because errors in names, bank details or land records are the main reasons for delay.
सारांश (हिंदी): पीएम किसान रजिस्ट्रेशन के लिए आधिकारिक पोर्टल पर Farmers Corner में New Farmer Registration चुनें, आधार, मोबाइल और राज्य भरें, OTP से सत्यापन करें, फिर भूमि और बैंक विवरण डालकर सबमिट करें। राज्य की मंज़ूरी के बाद eKYC पूरा करें। आधार, पासबुक और भूमि रिकॉर्ड तैयार रखें। रजिस्ट्रेशन मुफ़्त है, किसी को पैसे न दें।
PM Kisan registration: who is eligible
The scheme is meant for small and marginal landholding farmer families, subject to exclusions. The details below are a summary, so confirm the current rules on the official portal.
| Point | Rule in brief |
|---|---|
| Who can apply | A farmer family that owns cultivable land, with the family counted as husband, wife and minor children |
| Land record | Land should be recorded in the applicant’s name; land bought after 1 February 2019 may face extra checks |
| Benefit | ₹6,000 per year in three instalments of ₹2,000 by direct bank transfer |
| Typically excluded | Institutional landholders, holders of constitutional posts, current and former officers and pensioners above the monthly pension limit, income-tax payers, and registered professionals such as doctors, engineers, lawyers and chartered accountants |
| One benefit per family | More than one family member claiming can lead to a held payment |
Read the full eligibility and exclusion rules in our PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi guide.
Documents for PM Kisan registration
- Aadhaar card with your name exactly as on your land record where possible.
- Bank passbook or cancelled cheque showing the account number and IFSC code. The account should be in your own name and linked with Aadhaar.
- Land record, such as khasra, khatauni, jamabandi or the state equivalent, with the survey or khata number.
- Mobile number that is active and linked to Aadhaar, since OTPs go to it.
- Citizenship and category details that the form asks for, such as caste category.
Check names before you start
A name that differs between Aadhaar, the land record and the bank account is the most common cause of rejection. If the names differ, correct the wrong record first. Fix the bank record at the branch and the land record at the revenue office, and then register.
How to complete PM Kisan registration online
- Open the official portal. Type the PM-KISAN website address into your browser. Do not use a link from a message.
- Go to Farmers Corner and choose New Farmer Registration.
- Select Rural or Urban farmer registration as applicable to you.
- Enter Aadhaar number, mobile number and state, then type the captcha and request the OTP.
- Verify the OTP. The portal then opens the registration form.
- Fill in personal, bank and land details. Enter the survey or khata number, area and ownership details exactly as in your land record.
- Submit the form and note the registration number or acknowledgement.
- Wait for state verification. The state officer checks your land and details and approves or sends back the application.
- Complete eKYC through OTP on the portal or at a Common Service Centre if biometric eKYC is needed.
PM Kisan registration through a Common Service Centre
If you do not have a smartphone or are unsure about the form, visit your nearest Common Service Centre or the village revenue or agriculture officer. They can register you, but the process is free under the scheme apart from a small service charge some centres are allowed to collect. Ask for the official receipt and never hand over your OTP to anyone.
Why eKYC matters for PM Kisan registration
eKYC is mandatory for beneficiaries, and payments can be delayed if it is pending. Three items together decide whether the money arrives.
| Requirement | What it means | How to fix it |
|---|---|---|
| eKYC | Your identity is verified through OTP or biometrics | Complete it on the portal or at a Common Service Centre |
| Land seeding | Your land record is matched with the portal | Contact the village patwari or revenue office |
| Aadhaar bank seeding | Your bank account is linked with Aadhaar for direct benefit transfer | Ask your bank to link Aadhaar to the account |
Use our guide to PM Kisan status to check each of these after you register.
Farmer ID and registration
Some states are creating a digital Farmer ID as part of a national registry of farmers, and news reports say this may be needed in future for some schemes. Rules differ by state, so ask your agriculture office whether a Farmer ID is needed in your district.
Latest PM Kisan instalments
| Instalment | Release date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 22nd | 13 March 2026 | ₹2,000 to more than 9.32 crore families |
| 23rd | 20 June 2026 | ₹2,000 to more than 9.44 crore families, over ₹18,880 crore |
| 24th | Not announced | Reports expect late 2026, but there is no official date |
New registrants usually receive instalments from the cycle after their approval, so register early and complete eKYC without waiting for the next release date.
Common PM Kisan registration mistakes
- Entering a wrong Aadhaar, mobile or bank number, which can block the record.
- Names that do not match across Aadhaar, land record and bank account.
- Using a mobile number that is not active or not linked with Aadhaar.
- Skipping eKYC after approval.
- Paying an agent for “guaranteed approval”. There is no such service.
- Installing a registration or status app that was sent on WhatsApp or SMS.
Stay safe from PM Kisan fraud
Fraud messages spread around each instalment date. Never share your OTP, bank PIN or UPI PIN, never pay a fee for registration and never install apps from links in messages. If someone calls claiming to be from the scheme and asks for an OTP, hang up.
PM Kisan registration: your checklist
- Collect Aadhaar, passbook, land record and mobile number.
- Match the names on all three documents.
- Register on the official portal or at a Common Service Centre.
- Note your registration number.
- Complete eKYC after approval.
- Check your status every month.
Learn about farm credit in our Kisan Credit Card guide, find more schemes in Government Schemes for Farmers, or return to the Harvest homepage.
Data note: eligibility, process steps and instalment details come from public scheme information and news reports of official releases in March and June 2026. Portal menus and rules can change, so confirm them on the official PM-KISAN portal or with your state nodal officer. The Harvest is an independent information website and is not affiliated with any government body.
PM Kisan registration: frequently asked questions
How do I do PM Kisan registration?
Open the official PM-KISAN portal, choose New Farmer Registration in Farmers Corner, enter Aadhaar, mobile and state, verify the OTP, fill in land and bank details and submit. Then complete eKYC after approval.
What documents are needed for PM Kisan registration?
Aadhaar card, bank passbook with IFSC code, land record such as khasra or khatauni, and an active mobile number linked to Aadhaar.
Is PM Kisan registration free?
Yes. Registration on the official portal is free. Some Common Service Centres may charge a small authorised service fee, but no one can charge for approval.
Why is eKYC important for PM Kisan?
eKYC is mandatory for beneficiaries. Payments can be delayed if it is pending, along with problems in land seeding or Aadhaar bank seeding.
Who is not eligible for PM Kisan?
Typically excluded are institutional landholders, holders of constitutional posts, many current and former officers and higher pensioners, income-tax payers and registered professionals. Confirm the current list on the portal.
What should I do if my PM Kisan registration is rejected?
Check the reason in Know Your Status, correct name, bank or land record mismatches, and contact your block agriculture office with Aadhaar, passbook and land papers.
When is the next PM Kisan instalment?
The 23rd instalment was released on 20 June 2026. The government has not announced a date for the 24th, though reports expect late 2026.
