How to get a Farmer ID (also known as Kisan ID or Kisan Pehchaan Patra) in India

Balasahana Suresh
🌾 1. What is a Farmer ID?

A Farmer ID is a unique wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital identity created for farmers under India’s AgriStack / Farmer Registry system. It links the farmer’s personal details, land ownership data, Aadhaar, bank account and other agricultural information in one ID. This helps in easy access to government schemes like PM‑Kisan Samman Nidhi, crop insurance, agricultural loans, and input subsidies without repeatedly submitting documents.

📍 2. Where to Apply

You can register for your Farmer ID using any of these:

🖥 Online

✔ Your State AgriStack Farmer Registry Portal (varies by state) — e.g.,

  • Uttar Pradesh: upfr.agristack.gov.in
  • Maharashtra: mhfr.agristack.gov.in
  • Chhattisgarh: cgdcs.agristack.gov.in
    (Each state has its own portal where farmers register)
🏢 Offline / Assisted Locations

✔ Common service Centers (CSCs) — nearby CSC centers help with registration.
✔ Local Agriculture or Revenue office / panchayat Camp — officials often conduct registration drives at Gram Panchayats.
✔ Jan Seva Kendras or government farmer camps where staff help you register.

📝 3. Documents You Need

Prepare the following before applying:

✔ Aadhaar Card (with linked mobile number for OTP verification)
✔ Mobile Number (linked with your Aadhaar)
✔ Land Records (like Khasra / Khatauni / Jamabandi)
✔ Bank Account Details (for Direct Benefit Transfer)
✔ Optional: Ration Card / Family ID / Caste Certificate (if applicable)

🛠 4. How to Apply — Step by Step

⭐ Online Method

Visit your state’s official Farmer ID / AgriStack portal.

Click “New Farmer Registration” or similar.

Enter your Aadhaar number and mobile number linked with Aadhaar.

Complete the OTP verification (eKYC) using the OTP sent to your phone.

Fill in your personal details, land ownership information and bank details.

Upload required documents (Aadhaar, land record).

Submit the form — you’ll receive an Enrollment ID / acknowledgement.

Your application will be verified by the state agriculture or revenue department.

Once approved (usually within 7–15 days), your Farmer ID is generated — sometimes sent via SMS / email.

📍 Offline / Assisted Method

Visit your nearest CSC office or panchayat registration camp.

Bring your documents listed above.

Staff will help you fill the registration form and upload details on the portal.

After verification, you’ll get your Farmer ID just like in the online process.

📊 5. How to Check Your Status

Once registered:
✔ Visit the state portal and use “Check Enrollment Status” with your Aadhaar, Enrollment ID, or Farmer ID.
✔ Status may show as Pending / Approved / Rejected.

If rejected, rectify the issue (e.g., incorrect documents) and reapply.

💡 6. Is It Free?

  • Yes — creating a Farmer ID is generally free. Official online registration is without charge.
  • If you use a CSC for help, there may be a small service fee charged by the center.
📈 7. Why It’s Important

✔ Farmer ID is now mandatory for new applicants of major schemes like PM‑Kisan Samman Nidhi in many states.
✔ It ensures the right beneficiaries get payments directly via DBT.
✔ Makes applying for crop insurance, loans, seed and fertilizer subsidies easier.
✔ Reduces fraud and duplication by linking identity to land records digitally.

🧠 Quick Summary

  • What: wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital ID that centralizes a farmer’s data for govt schemes.
  • Where to apply: State AgriStack portal / CSC / agri dept camp.
  • Documents: Aadhaar, mobile number, land records, bank details.
  • Cost: Free (small CSC fee may apply).
  • Processing: About 7–15 days after application.
 

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