Introduction
If you are a citizen of India and haven’t completed your Aadhaar eKYC, the Central Government has made it clear: you will not get the benefits of any government scheme. Whether it’s ration, gas, pension, housing, or direct transfers like PM Kisan, eKYC is mandatory for all.
This article explains in simple terms what eKYC is and how you can complete Aadhaar eKYC online from your mobile in just a few minutes.
What is KYC?
KYC = Know Your Customer
- K = Know
- Y = Your
- C = Customer (i.e., you)
KYC is the process through which the government verifies your identity to ensure that the person receiving the benefits is real and alive.
Why Aadhaar eKYC is Mandatory?
If you don’t complete eKYC, the government may stop the following benefits:
- PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
- PM Fasal Bima Yojana
- PM Awas Yojana (Urban/Rural)
- PM Ujjwala Yojana (Gas Subsidy ₹3300)
- Women Welfare Schemes
- Scholarships and Pensions
- Ration Benefits
- Employment Registration
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
- Bank-Aadhaar Linking (NPCI)
According to the video, the government treats unverified accounts as fake or deceased if eKYC is not done.
How eKYC Prevents Fraud
The main goal of eKYC is to stop fraudulent claims and ensure that only genuine people receive government benefits.
Example:
“People add family members to ration cards but don’t remove names after death. eKYC verifies all this using Aadhaar + OTP or Face ID.” — as explained in the video.
How to Do eKYC from Mobile
There are many types of eKYC:
- Ration Card KYC
- LPG Gas KYC
- Bank-Aadhaar Link KYC
- Scholarship KYC
- Scheme-specific KYC
✅ General Steps to Do Aadhaar eKYC from Mobile:
- Visit the respective government portal (ration, gas, bank, etc.).
- Enter your Aadhaar number.
- Receive an OTP on your linked mobile number.
- Enter the OTP to verify.
- Done — your eKYC is completed.
In some cases (like bank or ration), face authentication may also be required.
Check If Your KYC Is Done
Before applying for any scheme:
- Check if your Aadhaar is linked to your bank (DBT-enabled)
- If not linked, you will not receive any scheme benefits
“If your bank-Aadhaar KYC is not done, you will not receive anything.” — from the video
Government’s KYC Warning
The government has issued a strict advisory:
- “Do eKYC now, or lose all benefits”
- It applies to all citizens, across all schemes
Even if you are not getting benefits currently, eKYC ensures you are eligible when the need arises.
Conclusion
KYC is not just a formality — it’s a requirement. Whether you’re a farmer, student, homemaker, or salaried employee, you must complete Aadhaar eKYC to continue or begin receiving government benefits in 2025.
Don’t delay. Do your KYC today — from your mobile, sitting at home.