PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana 2025 helps small and marginal farmers in India live comfortably after retirement. Launched by the central government on 31 May 2019, this scheme offers ₹3000 per month as a pension once the farmer turns 60. If you are a small farmer, this article will guide you through eligibility, required documents, how to apply, and more.
Overview of PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana 2025
Also called the Farmer Pension Scheme, this plan is for small and marginal farmers aged 18 to 40 years. The government aims to cover 5 crore such farmers by 2025. To qualify, farmers should have 2 hectares or less of cultivable land. If the farmer dies, their spouse will get a monthly pension of ₹1500.
Click here for more on PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana
How to Pay PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana Premium?
Farmers who want to join need to pay a monthly premium. At 18 years, the premium is ₹55 and increases with age, reaching ₹200 by 40. The farmer’s bank account must be linked with Aadhaar. Pension payments after age 60 are sent directly to the bank account.
Know about Pradhanmantri Karam Yogi Mandhan Yojana
PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana 2025 Details
| Scheme Name | Pradhan Mantri Kisan Mandhan Yojana |
| Launched By | Central Government |
| Beneficiaries | Small and Marginal Farmers |
| Goal | Provide Pension |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://maandhan.in/ |
Purpose of PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana 2025
This scheme aims to support small farmers by giving them ₹3000 monthly pension after they turn 60. It promotes financial independence among older farmers and provides social security, especially for those with little or no land. The goal is to protect farmers’ future and strengthen their community.
More about Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana
Who Cannot Apply for This Scheme?
- Farmers already covered under other social security schemes like NPS, ESI, or EPFO.
- Farmers selected under Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Mandhan Yojana or Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana.
- Large landowners with institutional land holdings.
- Current or former holders of constitutional posts, ministers, MPs, MLAs, or key local officials.
- Government regular employees (except multi-tasking staff or group D).
- Those who paid income tax in the previous financial year.
- Registered professionals such as doctors, engineers, lawyers, CAs, architects practicing under statutory bodies.
Main Details About Kisan Mandhan Yojana
- Provides ₹3000 monthly pension after age 60.
- Voluntary and contributory scheme for small and marginal farmers.
- Aims to cover 5 crore farmers across the country.
- Applicants must be between 18 and 40 years old.
- Monthly premium ranges from ₹55 to ₹200 depending on age.
- Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) is the nodal agency.
Benefits if You Leave the Scheme
- If you leave before completing 10 years, only your contribution with simple bank interest will be refunded.
- If you leave after 10 years but before turning 60, your contribution plus accumulated interest or pension fund rates will be returned.
- On death, the spouse can continue to pay contributions or withdraw the accumulated amount with interest.
- After both subscriber and spouse pass away, the fund is returned to the authorities.
Know about Mukhyamantri Kisan Yojana
Required Documents (Eligibility)
- Small or marginal farmer owning up to 2 hectares of cultivable land.
- Aged between 18 and 40 years.
- Aadhaar Card
- Identity proof
- Age proof
- Income proof
- Khatauni or farm land record
- Bank passbook
- Mobile number
- Passport size photo
How to Apply for PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana 2025?
- Go to the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) with your documents.
- Submit your papers to the Village Level Entrepreneur (VLE) and pay the service fee.
- The VLE will link your Aadhaar, fill in your personal and bank details, and calculate your monthly premium automatically.
- Sign the auto-debit mandate form.
- The VLE will upload the form and give you your pension account number and farmer card.
How to Login on PM Kisan Mandhan Website?
- Go to the official PM Kisan Mandhan portal.
- Click on the Sign In option on the homepage.
- Choose between ‘Self Enrollment’ or ‘CSC VLE’ according to your need.
- Enter your Mobile Number, Username or Email ID, Password, and Captcha Code.
- Click Sign In to access your account.
How to Register Yourself?
- Visit the official PM Kisan Mandhan Yojana website.
- On the login page, enter your mobile number to start registration.
- Fill in details like Name, Address, Mobile Number, Captcha, and click ‘Generate OTP’.
- Enter the OTP you receive to verify.
- Fill the application form with your personal and bank details and submit.
- Print and keep a copy of the application form for your records.
Monthly Contribution Amount Based on Entry Age
| Entry Age (Years) | Retirement Age | Your Monthly Contribution (₹) | Government Monthly Contribution (₹) | Total Monthly Contribution (₹) |
| 18 | 60 | 55.00 | 55.00 | 110.00 |
| 19 | 60 | 58.00 | 58.00 | 116.00 |
| 20 | 60 | 61.00 | 61.00 | 122.00 |
| 21 | 60 | 64.00 | 64.00 | 128.00 |
| 22 | 60 | 68.00 | 68.00 | 136.00 |
| 23 | 60 | 72.00 | 72.00 | 144.00 |
| 24 | 60 | 76.00 | 76.00 | 152.00 |
| 25 | 60 | 80.00 | 80.00 | 160.00 |
| 26 | 60 | 85.00 | 85.00 | 170.00 |
| 27 | 60 | 90.00 | 90.00 | 180.00 |
| 28 | 60 | 95.00 | 95.00 | 190.00 |
| 29 | 60 | 100.00 | 100.00 | 200.00 |
| 30 | 60 | 105.00 | 105.00 | 210.00 |
| 31 | 60 | 110.00 | 110.00 | 220.00 |
| 32 | 60 | 120.00 | 120.00 | 240.00 |
| 33 | 60 | 130.00 | 130.00 | 260.00 |
| 34 | 60 | 140.00 | 140.00 | 280.00 |
| 35 | 60 | 150.00 | 150.00 | 300.00 |
| 36 | 60 | 160.00 | 160.00 | 320.00 |
| 37 | 60 | 170.00 | 170.00 | 340.00 |
| 38 | 60 | 180.00 | 180.00 | 360.00 |
| 39 | 60 | 190.00 | 190.00 | 380.00 |
| 40 | 60 | 200.00 | 200.00 | 400.00 |
Contact Information
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
Government of India
- Helpline: 1800-3000-3468
- Email: support@csc.gov.in