Prime Minister Kisan Mandhan Yojana 2021 is an initiative taken by the Central Government to provide our Indian marginal farmers with a monthly pension of Rs. 3000. In view of the condition of the farmers, this scheme will ensure that they live a secure and comfortable life in their old age.
This scheme was launched on May 31, 2019, and is also known as Pradhan Mantri Kisan Pension Yojana. The main objective of this scheme is to provide certain financial security to the small farmers who own less than 2 hectares of agricultural land and help them to overcome their financial crunch.
Eligibility Criteria:
All farmers will need to pass certain eligibility criteria to apply for the PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana. They need to comply with the following:-
- Only marginal farmers between the age of 18-40 can apply for this scheme
- He/she should be from financially needy families owning less than/equal to 2 hectares of the agricultural land
- The farmers should not be a part of other social security pension schemes
- All family members of the farmer can also apply for the scheme separately, given that they submit the premium account accordingly.
Documents Required for Application:
- Aadhar Card
- Identification Card
- Passport size photograph
- PM Kisan Account/ Bank Account
- Field Measles Khatauni
How to Apply for PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana 2021?
The PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana Scheme can be applied online by the farmers, given that they have carefully complied with all the above-mentioned criteria and have the necessary documents with them.
Follow the steps below for the successful online application of the program:-
(i) Go to the official website of Mandhan Yojana and click on Apply Now.
(ii) A landing page will pop up where you have to click on ‘Register Online.’
(iii) Add in your phone number, email address, applicant name, etc.
(iv) Once this is done, the application form will open and you will need to fill in all the details about yourself.
(v) The system will then automatically calculate your age
(vi) You will then be asked to transfer the premium amount (between Rs.55 to Rs.200 depending on your age group)
(vii) Click on Submit and send in the form
Another way to apply for the program is through CSC Connect.
Farmers can visit their nearest CSC and follow the enrollment process.
(i) You have to submit your complete paperwork and Aadhar Card along with your Bank Account details (with a passbook/cheque for proof check) and IFSC code.
(ii) A Village Level Entrepreneur (VLE) will then begin all the necessary steps for registration.
(iii) You will need to complete filling in the form with your personal details and then your age will be calculated automatically through an automated system.
(iv) Once you have submitted your premium to the VLE in cash, the auto-debit will be activated.
(v) The auto-debit mandate form will need to then be filled and signed by you after reading the T&C carefully which will then be uploaded online by the VLE.
(vi) You will successfully get your KPAN and Kisan Card. Keep your subscriber ID with you at all times.
How to check the status of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Mandhan Yojana?
Applicants who have applied for the program need to regularly check the status of their online form by giving in their Subscriber Id. Once the form is approved, your Kisan Card will become activated and operational.