Farmers registered under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme should check their beneficiary status as the government continues verification of certain accounts. The official PM-KISAN portal has issued an important notice stating that payments for suspected ineligible cases have been temporarily withheld until physical verification is completed.
The development is important for farmers who receive ₹6,000 annually under the scheme through three instalments.
Which Farmers May Face Payment Holds?
The verification process covers certain cases that may fall under the scheme’s exclusion rules, including:
- Farmers who acquired land ownership after February 1, 2019.
- Cases where more than one family member is receiving PM-KISAN benefits.
- Other suspected cases that require physical verification under the scheme guidelines.
These payments are being withheld temporarily while the authorities check eligibility.
How Can Farmers Check Their Beneficiary Status?
Farmers can use the Know Your Status facility on the official PM-KISAN portal to check their registration and payment details.
They can also use the PM-KISAN mobile application or the Kisan eMitra chatbot for assistance.
Is e-KYC Still Mandatory?
Yes. Farmers registered under PM-KISAN must complete e-KYC to receive scheme benefits. The government provides OTP-based, biometric and face-authentication options for completing the process.
What Should Beneficiaries Know?
A payment hold does not automatically mean permanent removal from the scheme. The concerned cases are subject to verification, and eligible farmers can continue receiving benefits after the required checks are completed.
Farmers should ensure that their land records, Aadhaar details and bank account information are accurate to avoid payment-related difficulties.
