PM Kisan Maandhan Yojana: Rs 3,000 Pension, Contribution Chart
📌Quick Facts & Summary
Key Benefit
Minimum assured pension of Rs 3,000 a month from age 60.
Who Can Apply
Small and marginal farmers aged 18 to 40 with up to 2 hectares of cultivable land.
Status / Deadline
No issues found. Facts checked 15 Oct 2026.
Official Portal
Helpline
14434 (helpline shown on maandhan.in)
Last Verified
15 October 2026
🔗 Important Action Links (Official Portals):
🌐 Official Portal ↗📝 Apply Online ↗🔎 Check Status ↗
📞 Helpline: 14434 (helpline shown on maandhan.in)
What is the Scheme?
A voluntary pension plan for small farmers. You pay a small monthly amount and the government adds the same amount. From age 60 you get a monthly pension.
Also known as: Kisan pension yojana
Who is it for?
Small and marginal farmers aged 18 to 40 with up to 2 hectares of cultivable land.
Benefits and Financial Assistance
| # | Key Benefit / Entitlement Details | Category / Mode |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minimum assured pension of Rs 3,000 a month from age 60. | Primary Benefit (DBT/Subsidy) |
| 2 | You pay Rs 55 to Rs 200 a month based on your joining age. The Centre pays an equal amount. | Direct Support |
| 3 | Spouse gets 50% as family pension if you die after 60. | Direct Support |
| 4 | PM-KISAN money can be auto-debited to pay your contribution if you choose. | Direct Support |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:
- Age 18 to 40.
- Up to 2 hectares of land in the State/UT land records.
- Not covered by NPS, ESIC, EPFO or other statutory pension schemes, and not a PM-SYM or PM-LVM member.
- Not in the higher-income exclusion list (same as PM-KISAN).
Documents Needed
Keep the following documents ready before submitting your application:
- ✓ Aadhaar card
- ✓ Savings bank account or Jan Dhan account (IFSC)
- ✓ Land records
- ✓ Mobile number
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Visit maandhan.in and choose self-enrolment.
- Verify mobile with OTP, enter Aadhaar and bank details.
- Accept the auto-debit mandate and get your Kisan Pension Account Number.
How to Apply Offline
- Go to a CSC with Aadhaar and passbook. Enrolment there is free.
- The village level entrepreneur fills the form and you sign the auto-debit mandate.
- Pay the first contribution in cash at the CSC.
How to Check Application / Payment Status
- Log in on maandhan.in with your mobile to see the card and contributions.
- Or ask at the CSC where you enrolled.
Official Website and Helpline Numbers
| Official Portal | https://maandhan.in ↗ |
|---|---|
| Helpline / Contact | 14434 (helpline shown on maandhan.in) |
| Nodal Ministry | Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (run by LIC) |
Important Dates & Milestones
Open for enrolment. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ How much do I pay each month?
Rs 55 at age 18 up to Rs 200 at age 40.
❓ Can I exit early?
Yes. If you leave within 10 years you get your share back with savings bank interest. Other exit rules apply after 10 years.
❓ Can I pay from PM-KISAN money?
Yes, you can opt to have the contribution taken from your PM-KISAN instalments.
❓ What if I miss payments?
You can regularise by paying the dues with the penalty fixed by the scheme.
Sources & Official References
All facts on this page were verified on 15 October 2026 from the following official government sources:
Fact-Check Verification: This scheme entry was reviewed and fact-checked by Abhishek (govtschemes.net) using official PIB releases, ministry guidelines, and gazette records.
If you notice any outdated rule or change, please report a correction.
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