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PM Kisan Yojana 22nd Installment: How to Do OTP-Based eKYC

Introduction

PM Kisan Yojana 22nd installment is expected to be released in early 2026, continuing the government’s income support programme for eligible farmers. However, access to the next instalment now depends on one critical requirement: Aadhaar-based eKYC.

The government has made eKYC mandatory to ensure transparency and prevent duplication. Farmers who fail to complete this step risk missing their ₹2,000 payment.

What Is PM Kisan Yojana

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is a central government scheme designed to support farmers with direct income assistance. Under the programme, eligible farmers receive ₹6,000 annually, paid in three equal instalments of ₹2,000.

The instalments are usually released in the following cycles:

• April to July
• August to November
• December to March

Based on earlier patterns, the 22nd instalment is expected between March and April 2026.

Why eKYC Is Mandatory Now

The government has mandated Aadhaar-based eKYC to:

• Verify beneficiary identity
• Eliminate duplicate or ineligible claims
• Ensure funds reach genuine farmers

Without completing eKYC, instalments under PM Kisan may be withheld.

How to Do OTP-Based eKYC for PM Kisan

Farmers can complete eKYC online using an Aadhaar-linked mobile number.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Visit the official PM Kisan portal
2. Click on the e-KYC option on the homepage
3. Enter your Aadhaar number
4. Submit the OTP sent to your registered mobile number
5. Complete verification

Once verified, the eKYC status is updated in the system.

Eligibility for PM Kisan Yojana

To receive the PM Kisan Yojana 22nd installment, the farmer must:

• Be an Indian citizen
• Own cultivable agricultural land as per official records
• Have Aadhaar linked with a bank account
• Not be an institutional landholder
• Not be a government employee or high-income pensioner
• Not be an income-tax payer
• Complete eKYC through OTP or biometric verification

Documents Required for PM Kisan Registration

Farmers need the following documents:

• Proof of Indian citizenship
• Aadhaar card
• Bank account details
• Land ownership records

These details are essential for verification and payment processing.

What Farmers Should Do Now

With the 22nd instalment approaching, farmers should:

• Check Aadhaar-mobile linkage
• Complete eKYC at the earliest
• Verify bank and land records

Delays in verification may lead to payment delays or exclusion.

Conclusion

The PM Kisan Yojana continues to be a vital income support mechanism for farmers, but compliance requirements are becoming stricter. Completing OTP-based eKYC is no longer optional.

Have you checked whether your eKYC is complete before the next instalment?

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When is the PM Kisan Yojana 22nd installment expected?

It is expected between March and April 2026 based on previous release cycles.

2. Is eKYC compulsory for PM Kisan payments?

Yes, Aadhaar-based eKYC is mandatory to receive instalments.

3. Can eKYC be done without a mobile number?

OTP-based eKYC requires a mobile number linked to Aadhaar. Otherwise, biometric verification is needed.

4. What happens if eKYC is not completed?

The PM Kisan instalment may be withheld until verification is completed.

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