PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana Farmers will get a monthly pension of Rs 3000 from the government, and know how to avail of the benefit.
India is an agricultural country and from time to time the government keeps implementing various schemes for the welfare of farmers. PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana is a scheme that aims to provide financial security to small and marginal farmers in old age.
Key features of the scheme
- Pension benefits: Under this scheme, farmers get a pension of Rs 3000 every month after the age of 60 years.
- Age limit and contribution: The applicant should be between the ages of 18 to 40 years. They have to contribute from Rs 55 to Rs 200 every month according to their age.
Who can take advantage
- Eligibility of farmers: The benefit of this scheme can be availed by small and marginal farmers who have 2 hectares or less land for farming.
- Income limit: The monthly income of the applicant should not exceed Rs 15,000.
- Tax and other conditions: The applicant should not be a taxpayer and should not be covered under EPFO, NPS or ESIC.
Documents required for application
- Aadhar card
- Identity card
- Bank account passbook
- Correspondence address
- Mobile number
- Passport size photo
Application process
Online application
- Visit the official website [https://maandhan.in/].
- Click on ‘Self Enrollment’.
- Complete the registration with the OTP received on the mobile number.
- Fill in the information asked in the online form and submit it.
Offline application
- Visit your nearest Jan Seva Kendra (JSC).
- Register for the scheme with the required documents.
- After confirming the correct documents and eligibility, the operator will register you and the premium amount will be deducted from your account through e-mandate.
This scheme is an important step towards a secure future for Indian farmers by providing them with financial support in their old age. If you want to avail of this scheme, apply quickly and make sure that you meet all the eligibility conditions.