Who is eligible for Kisan Credit Card?

Eligibility for Kisan Credit Card: All Farmers, Tenant Farmers, Oral Lessees, Share Croppers. Age criteria: 18-75. Income threshold: All Farmers. Target jurisdiction: Central government.

What documents are required to apply for Kisan Credit Card?

Required documents for Kisan Credit Card include: Aadhaar Card, Land Records, Bank Account, Passport Photo. Ensure your bank account is linked to your Aadhaar for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

How to apply online for Kisan Credit Card?

You can apply online by visiting the official portal at https://kisancreditcard.gov.in. Prepare digital copies of your Aadhaar and required documents before starting the application.

How can I check my Kisan Credit Card application status?

You can check your application status by logging into the official portal (https://kisancreditcard.gov.in) using your registration reference number, mobile OTP, or Aadhaar number.

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AgricultureCentral Sector

Kisan Credit Card

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare

7 Crore+

Beneficiaries Reached

1998

Year Launched

All India

Territory Coverage

महत्त्वाचे अस्वीकरण व अधिकृत मार्गदर्शक (Citizen Advisory):

ही माहिती Sarkar Saarthi वर नागरिकांच्या माहितीच्या व मार्गदर्शनाच्या उद्देशाने दिली आहे. अधिकृत माहिती, पात्रता अटी, आणि अर्जासाठी कृपया संबंधित सरकारी विभागाची अधिकृत वेबसाइट (https://kisancreditcard.gov.in) तपासा.

योजनेची माहिती (Scheme Overview)

Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme provides farmers with affordable credit for their agricultural operations, post-harvest expenses, and allied activities. Credit limit is based on land holding and crop cultivation.

📍 Jurisdiction: Central🏛️ Administered By: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare🗓️ Launch Year: 1998

योजनेचे उद्दिष्ट (Scheme Objective)

The core mission of Kisan Credit Card is to empower eligible citizens through direct government assistance, removing financial bottlenecks, fostering social security, and providing equitable access to national welfare mechanisms.

Direct, unhindered welfare distribution to targeted citizens.
Transparency through digital tracking and verified registries.
Strengthening citizen resilience across agriculture development.

योजनेचे फायदे (Key Benefits)

Financial & Direct Support

Flexible credit card scheme providing farmers easy access to loans for agricultural needs at low interest rates.

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

Financial assistance is credited directly into verified Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts without middlemen.

Digital Convenience

Online application submission, real-time grievance redressal, and digital certificate access.

National Recognition

Backed by statutory provisions from the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India.

पात्रता निकष (Eligibility Criteria)

All Farmers
Tenant Farmers
Oral Lessees
Share Croppers

Age Group Required

18-75 Years

Income Ceiling

All Farmers

आवश्यक कागदपत्रे (Required Documents)

Keep both physical copies and digital scans (PDF/JPG, <200KB) ready before starting your online application.

📑Aadhaar Card

📑Land Records

📑Bank Account

📑Passport Photo

Make sure your Aadhaar number is active and connected with your current mobile number to receive OTPs.

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अर्ज कसा करावा? व ऑनलाइन अर्ज प्रक्रिया (How to Apply)

Visit the Official Government Portalअधिकृत संकेतस्थळाला भेट द्या

Access the official portal at https://kisancreditcard.gov.in to initiate your registration. Verify that the URL ends with .gov.in or .nic.in.

Aadhaar e-KYC & Mobile OTP Verificationआधार ई-केवायसी व मोबाइल पडताळणी

Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number. Complete the one-time password (OTP) verification sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.

Fill Beneficiary Profile Detailsअर्जदाराची माहिती भरा

Complete personal information, bank account details (IFSC, Account Number for DBT), and category details (Agriculture).

Upload Mandatory Documentsकागदपत्रे अपलोड करा

Attach self-attested scanned copies of required documents: Aadhaar Card, Land Records, Bank Account, Passport Photo. Ensure file sizes match portal limits (usually under 200KB).

Submit & Save Application Referenceअर्ज सबमिट करा व नोंदणी क्रमांक ठेवा

Submit the application and download the acknowledgment slip containing your unique Application/Registration Reference Number for tracking.

Direct Application Portal:

https://kisancreditcard.gov.in

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अर्जाची स्थिती कशी तपासावी? (Check Application Status)

After completing your registration, you can track the status of your approval and DBT payouts through the following procedure:

Visit the official portal (https://kisancreditcard.gov.in) and locate the "Beneficiary Status" or "Track Application" link.

Enter your Application Reference Number, registered Mobile Number, or Aadhaar Number.

Enter the Captcha code and request OTP verification if prompted.

View real-time processing status, installment disbursement, or pending officer verifications.

महत्त्वाच्या तारखा व हेल्पलाइन (Timelines & Support)

Application Window

Open All Year (Continuous Enrollment)

Check official announcements for batch deadlines.

Verification Turnaround

15 to 45 Working Days

Subject to State/District administrative clearance.

PM-KISAN Helpline

155261

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अधिकृत वेबसाइट व संबंधित सरकारी विभाग (Official Authority)

Responsible Ministry / Department