Government has launched many schemes for the welfare of farming community and one such beneficial scheme is Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana. It is a government scheme, which is meant for old age protection as well as social security of small and marginal farmers of the country.
In addition, there are many government schemes and programmes in agriculture for the benefit of farmers
Age and Eligibility for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana
Farmers between 18 - 40 years of age can register and take monthly pension of Rs. 3000 through Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana. As per government data, 21, 23, 181 farmers have registered for the scheme.
Under this pension scheme, farmers will get Rs. 3000 per month after completing the age of 60 years and if they die then their spouse will be entitled to receive 50 percent of the pension as family pension. It must be noted that a family pension is applicable only to the spouse.
PM Kisan Maandhan Yojana Benefits
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You get guaranteed pension of Rs. 3000 / month or Rs. 36000/year
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It is a Voluntary & Contributory Scheme
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Matching contribution is made by Government
Under this scheme, you can choose to contribute directly from the benefits received from PM-Kisan yojana. In this way, you will not have to spend money directly from your pocket.
How much a farmer will have to contribute for PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana
A person will have to make a monthly contribution of Rs.55 to Rs.200 and this amount depends on his or her age of entry.
How to Apply for PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana
The enrollment for PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana can be done through self-registration (website) or vis Common Service Centres in different states. To locate the nearest Common Service Centre – click here
PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana Online registration
The easiest way is to apply yourself at the official government website - https://maandhan.in/
Direct link for self-enrollment - Maandhan Yojana apply
