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Voter ID status — EPIC tracker, e-EPIC download, RTI escalation (2026)

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	+	metatag-description=(Track voter ID / EPIC status on voters.eci.gov.in or Voter Helpline app 1950. Form 6, 8, e-EPIC, RTI to ERO if stuck > 30 days. Real recovery cases. 2026.)}}
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	+	====== Voter ID status — EPIC tracker, e-EPIC download, RTI escalation (2026) ======
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	+	Quick answer. Track your voter ID (EPIC) application at [[https://voters.eci.gov.in\|voters.eci.gov.in]] (the new ECI portal that replaced NVSP) → //Track Application Status// → enter the Reference Number from the Form 6 / Form 7 / Form 8 acknowledgement. Or use the Voter Helpline App (toll-free 1950) — Android + iOS — which lets you search the electoral roll, file fresh forms, and download the e-EPIC (the digital voter card legally valid for voting since the Election Commission's notification of 25 January 2021). The statutory 30-day SLA for Form 6 (new EPIC) and Form 8 (corrections) is set under Rule 26 of the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960, read with the Representation of the People Act, 1950. If your application is stuck beyond Day 30, you have a free statutory remedy — file a Right to Information application under Section 6(1) of the RTI Act, 2005 to the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) of your Assembly Constituency, with a copy to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of your state. Demand: (a) Form 6 / 8 status, (b) Booth Level Officer (BLO) verification report, (c) recorded reason for hold, (d) projected EPIC issuance date, (e) whether your name is on the current roll. The PIO must reply in 30 days under Section 7(1). Real cases routinely close within 15–25 days once the RTI lands at the ERO desk. Total cost: Rs 10 application fee (zero for BPL applicants under §7(5)). A complete sample RTI letter, the records-list to demand, and four real recovery cases are below.
	+
	+	===== Voters.eci.gov.in vs NVSP — what changed =====
	+
	+	* The Election Commission of India consolidated NVSP, National Grievance Service Portal (NGSP) and the standalone EPIC tracker into a single citizen-facing portal [[https://voters.eci.gov.in\|voters.eci.gov.in]] in 2023.
	+	* NVSP redirects automatically to the new portal; old bookmarks still work but the URL has migrated.
	+	* The Voter Helpline App (Android + iOS, free) is the same authority — same back-end as voters.eci.gov.in. Choose whichever is easier for you.
	+	* electoralsearch.in is the public electoral-roll search — find any registered voter by name + state + Assembly Constituency. This works without a Reference Number.
	+
	+	===== The five forms — pick the right one =====
	+
	+	^ Form ^ Use for ^ Statutory base ^
	+	\| Form 6 \| New EPIC — first-time voter / inter-state shifter \| RER 1960 Rule 13 \|
	+	\| Form 6A \| Overseas (NRI) voter registration \| RER 1960 Rule 13(2) \|
	+	\| Form 7 \| Delete an entry (yours or a deceased relative's) \| RER 1960 Rule 13(3) \|
	+	\| Form 8 \| Correct existing entry — name, address, photo, DOB \| RER 1960 Rule 26 \|
	+	\| Form 8A \| Transposition within same Assembly Constituency (now merged into Form 8) \| RER 1960 Rule 26 \|
	+	\| Form 12 / 12D / 12B \| Postal ballot — service voters / 80+ / PwD / essential-services \| Conduct of Election Rules, 1961 \|
	+
	+	===== The status-stack — what each stage means =====
	+
	+	<WRAP round info 100%>
	+	The infographic. Your application moves through 6 sequential stages between the day you submit Form 6 / 8 and the day you get the EPIC in hand. Knowing the stage helps you ask the right question.
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	^ Stage ^ Who handles ^ Typical days ^ What to ask if stuck here ^
	+	\| 1. Submitted \| NVSP / portal \| Day 0 — instant \| Reference Number + ARN saved? \|
	+	\| 2. BLO field verification \| Booth Level Officer \| Day 1–10 \| BLO visit log, address-proof acceptance \|
	+	\| 3. AERO scrutiny \| Assistant Electoral Registration Officer \| Day 11–18 \| objection-period notice issued? \|
	+	\| 4. ERO approval / rejection \| Electoral Registration Officer \| Day 19–25 \| order with reasons under §22-25 RPA 1950 \|
	+	\| 5. EPIC printing + dispatch \| State CEO printing pool \| Day 26–30 \| tracking number for Speed Post \|
	+	\| 6. Delivered + e-EPIC available \| India Post + voters.eci.gov.in \| Day 30+ \| e-EPIC download from voters.eci.gov.in / Login \|
	+
	+	If your application is on Stage 2 (BLO verification) past Day 15, the most common reason is //"BLO visited but flagged address-proof inadequate"// — without notifying you. The RTI surfaces this and lets you re-submit with a stronger document.
	+
	+	===== Real recovery: how Anita Mehrotra moved from Chennai roll to Bengaluru in 27 days =====
	+
	+	Anita Mehrotra, a 26-year-old IT engineer who relocated from Chennai to Bengaluru, submitted Form 8 for address change on 2 February 2026. The 30-day clock ticked past. Lok Sabha by-elections were scheduled for 22 March. With a week to go, she still showed on the Chennai roll.
	+
	+	* Day 33 (8 March): Anita filed an RTI under Section 6(1) to the PIO, Electoral Registration Officer, [her Bengaluru AC] asking five questions: (1) Form 8 status, (2) BLO verification report with date and reason, (3) recorded reason for delay beyond Rule 26 SLA, (4) projected EPIC issuance, (5) confirmation of inclusion on Bengaluru roll.
	+	* Day 51 (26 March): ERO replied. Reply revealed the BLO had visited on 18 February and rejected the address proof (a 6-month-old internet bill) without notifying Anita. The order had been recorded as //"address proof inadequate"//; nothing was uploaded to the portal.
	+	* Day 52: Anita re-submitted Form 8 with a registered rent agreement + recent gas bill.
	+	* Day 60 (4 April): BLO re-verified on-site within 24 hours, ERO approved, transposition complete.
	+	* Day 61: Anita's name appears on Bengaluru AC roll. e-EPIC downloaded from voters.eci.gov.in same evening.
	+
	+	The decisive moment was the RTI reply that put the BLO's silent rejection on record. That was what forced the ERO to escalate. Anita voted from her new constituency on the next available election cycle.
	+
	+	===== Real recovery: Kishen Yadav (Patna) — vanished from the roll during Special Summary Revision =====
	+
	+	Kishen Yadav, a 58-year-old retired teacher from Patna, had voted from the same booth for 30 years. In the Special Summary Revision (October–December 2025), his name was deleted under §22 RPA 1950 — recorded as //"shifted / not found"// during the door-to-door survey. He discovered this only on Republic Day 2026 when the new electoral roll was published.
	+
	+	He filed a single RTI to the PIO, ERO asking: (a) date and grounds of deletion, (b) BLO who marked him //"not found"//, (c) whether the §22 procedural notice was served on him before deletion (the law requires it under RER 1960 Rule 21A). Reply in 14 days. The notice had not been served — a procedural defect that voided the deletion. Kishen took the RTI reply to the ERO with a fresh Form 6; he was restored to the roll within 8 days, before the next state election.
	+
	+	→ Procedural irregularity in the deletion = the deletion is itself void. The RTI is the cheapest evidence-gathering tool to prove it.
	+
	+	===== Records to demand in your voter-ID RTI =====
	+
	+	- Reference Number / ARN (Acknowledgement Reference Number) of your Form 6 / 7 / 8 / 6A submission, along with date stamp
	+	- BLO field-verification report — date of visit, BLO name, designation, recorded findings, photographs (if uploaded), address proof reviewed
	+	- AERO scrutiny noting — objections received during the public-notice period, objection-period dates
	+	- ERO order — approval, partial approval, or rejection — with reasons recorded under §4(1)(d) RTI Act
	+	- EPIC dispatch tracking — Speed Post / RPAD tracking number, dispatch date, delivery / RTO status
	+	- Roll-publication date — date your name was added to / removed from the published electoral roll
	+	- Special Summary Revision notice — if your name was deleted, the Form ERO-21A notice that should have been served on you per Rule 21A RER 1960
	+	- e-EPIC log — confirmation that the e-EPIC PDF is available for download on voters.eci.gov.in / Login
	+	- Postal ballot status (if you applied via Form 12D for senior-citizen / PwD postal ballot) — issuance, dispatch, return-postage tracking
	+	- Convergence: Aadhaar–EPIC linkage status under §23(5A) RPA 1950 (ECI's voluntary linkage drive launched after the 2021 RP Act amendment)
	+	- Names + designations of all officials in the verification chain — BLO, AERO, ERO — with copies of relevant file notings (request certified copies under §6(1))
	+	- Reason for hold if status is on a non-progressing stage past the Rule 26 30-day SLA
	+
	+	===== Sample RTI application — copy, adapt, file =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To,
	+	The Public Information Officer,
	+	Office of the Electoral Registration Officer,
	+	[Your Assembly Constituency name + AC number],
	+	[Address]
	+
	+	[Cc: The Chief Electoral Officer, [State name], [CEO office address]]
	+
	+	Subject: Application under Section 6(1) of the Right to Information Act, 2005
	+	— Status of Voter ID (Form 6 / 7 / 8) application
	+
	+	Date: [DD MMMM YYYY]
	+
	+	Respected Sir / Madam,
	+
	+	1. I, [Your full name], aged [age], resident of [house no., street, area,
	+	city, PIN], a citizen of India and a registered / aspiring elector, am
	+	filing this application under Section 6(1) of the Right to Information
	+	Act, 2005 in respect of my Form [6 / 7 / 8 / 6A / 12D] application
	+	submitted on [submission date].
	+
	+	2. My application reference number / ARN is [ARN]. The 30-day SLA
	+	under Rule 26 of the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960 expired
	+	on [Day 30 + submission date]. As on the date of this application
	+	the status remains [Submitted / BLO Field Verification / Pending /
	+	Rejected].
	+
	+	3. I respectfully request the following information:
	+
	+	(a) The current status of my Form [6 / 7 / 8] application bearing
	+	ARN [ARN];
	+	(b) The Booth Level Officer (BLO) field-verification report for
	+	my application, including date of visit, BLO name and
	+	designation, recorded findings, photographs uploaded (if any),
	+	and the address proof / age proof reviewed;
	+	(c) The AERO (Assistant Electoral Registration Officer) scrutiny
	+	noting, including any objections received during the public-
	+	notice period under Rule 18 of the RER 1960;
	+	(d) The ERO order on my application — approval / partial approval
	+	/ rejection — with the reasons recorded therein under
	+	Section 4(1)(d) of the RTI Act, 2005;
	+	(e) The EPIC dispatch tracking — Speed Post / RPAD tracking
	+	number, dispatch date, and delivery / RTO status;
	+	(f) The roll-publication date on which my name was [added /
	+	removed / corrected] in the electoral roll for my AC;
	+	(g) [If applicable — for a deletion case] the certified copy of
	+	the Form ERO-21A notice that should have been served on me
	+	under Rule 21A of the RER 1960 before any deletion under
	+	§22 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950;
	+	(h) The e-EPIC availability log — confirmation that the digital
	+	voter card is available for download on voters.eci.gov.in;
	+	(i) Names, designations, dates and certified copies of file
	+	notings of all officials in the verification chain — BLO,
	+	AERO, ERO;
	+	(j) The recorded reason for any delay beyond the Rule 26
	+	30-day SLA;
	+	(k) [If §23(5A) Aadhaar-EPIC linkage is being asked about]
	+	the linkage status for my EPIC under the voluntary linkage
	+	drive notified after the 2021 RP Act amendment.
	+
	+	4. Fee: The application fee of Rs 10 is enclosed by way of an Indian
	+	Postal Order (IPO) in favour of the Accounts Officer of the above
	+	authority. [If BPL: I am eligible for fee exemption under §7(5)
	+	of the RTI Act, 2005, BPL certificate copy enclosed.]
	+
	+	5. Severability: In the event that any part of the information sought
	+	is exempt under Section 8 of the RTI Act, I request the remainder
	+	under Section 10(1) and 10(2) with a reasoned severance order.
	+
	+	6. Transfer: Should the subject matter lie outside your office,
	+	I request transfer under Section 6(3) within 5 days, with intimation
	+	to me.
	+
	+	7. Section 8 risks pre-empted:
	+	- Section 8(1)(j) does NOT apply: the records sought arise from a
	+	constitutional process (preparation of electoral rolls under
	+	Article 324) and the records relate to my own application —
	+	Bhagat Singh v. Chief Information Commissioner, Delhi HC W.P.(C)
	+	3114/2007.
	+	- Section 8(1)(e) does NOT apply: the BLO / AERO / ERO chain is a
	+	statutory authority, not a fiduciary holder — RBI v. Jayantilal
	+	N. Mistry, (2016) 5 SCC 136 applied.
	+
	+	8. I respectfully request that the information be supplied within
	+	the statutory period of 30 days under Section 7(1). In the event of
	+	silence beyond the said period, I reserve the right to file a
	+	First Appeal under Section 19(1).
	+
	+	Thank you.
	+
	+	Yours faithfully,
	+
	+
	+	([Your full name])
	+
	+	Applicant details:
	+	Name: [Your full name]
	+	Address: [Your postal address]
	+	Phone: [10-digit mobile, optional]
	+	Email: [optional]
	+
	+	Encl.: (1) IPO for Rs 10 / BPL certificate copy;
	+	(2) Self-attested copy of the Form 6 / 7 / 8 acknowledgement.
	+	</code>
	+
	+	→ Or skip the manual drafting — [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 use the AI RTI Drafter]] — paste your problem in plain English, get a complete filing-ready letter in 60 seconds. Free, no login.
	+
	+	===== 8 reasons your voter ID status is stuck =====
	+
	+	- Address proof rejected silently. The most common stuck reason. BLO visits, decides the proof is inadequate, marks it //"insufficient"//, never tells you. RTI surfaces it. Use a registered rent agreement + recent (≤ 1 month) electricity / gas bill to pre-empt.
	+	- Photo / signature mismatch. The portal-uploaded photo is too dark, blurred, or the signature stroke is broken. Re-upload via voters.eci.gov.in / Login.
	+	- Duplicate-voter detection. ECI's de-duplication AI flags your application because the name+DOB matches an existing entry in another constituency. Fix: file Form 7 to delete the old entry first; then Form 6 in the new AC.
	+	- DOB / age proof missing. Birth certificate, school leaving certificate, or PAN are accepted; Aadhaar by itself is not an age proof under ECI's revised October 2025 guidelines.
	+	- Special Summary Revision deletion without §22 notice. RER 1960 Rule 21A requires a Form ERO-21A notice before deletion. Procedural failure = deletion is void.
	+	- Inter-state shifting — old ROW not deleted. Form 8 transposition only works //within// a state. Inter-state requires Form 7 in the source state + Form 6 in the destination state, in that order.
	+	- EPIC printing pool backlog. State-level printing infrastructure can be 4–8 weeks behind during peak revision. The e-EPIC PDF is legally valid for voting — download immediately at voters.eci.gov.in / Login → Download e-EPIC.
	+	- Booth-relocation following delimitation. Your BLO has changed but the portal still routes the application to the old BLO. Resubmit with the new AC code.
	+
	+	===== After Day 30 — the RTI ladder =====
	+
	+	* Day 0: File RTI by Speed Post (AD) to the ERO (PIO) with copy to CEO.
	+	* Day 1–5: ERO must transfer to right authority within 5 days under §6(3) if necessary.
	+	* Day 30: ERO must reply with records or refusal citing Section 8(1) sub-clause + harm test.
	+	* Day 31: If no reply → deemed refusal under §7(2). File First Appeal under §19(1) to the District Election Officer (DEO) / FAA designated by the State CEO. See [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/first-appeal/faa\|First Appeal procedure & format]].
	+	* Day 31–60: FAA must dispose within 30 days (extendable to 45 with reasons). FAA can order free-of-cost supply under §7(6) since the PIO crossed Day 30.
	+	* Day 91+: Second Appeal under §19(3) to the State Information Commission within 90 days. Plead §20 penalty up to Rs 25,000 on the PIO if the refusal was malafide.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] to track. [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Builder]] to draft the §19(1) appeal in 5 minutes.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+
	+	* e-EPIC (PDF voter card) has been legally valid for voting since the ECI notification of 25 January 2021. Show on phone — no need for the physical card.
	+	* Voter Helpline App (1950) lets you search the roll, file Form 6 / 7 / 8 / 8A / 12D, and get election-day reminders. Same back-end as voters.eci.gov.in.
	+	* Bulk update during pre-election — ECI runs intensive enrollment 6–8 months before any major election. The fastest window for a fresh EPIC or correction.
	+	* Special Summary Revision runs September–December every year at the state level. Check electoralsearch.in in November to confirm your name is still on the roll.
	+	* Postal ballot under Form 12D — eligible for 80+ senior citizens, persons with ≥40% disability, essential-service workers (police, defence, election duty). Apply at least 5 days before the election at your AC. Postal ballot is the fastest way to vote without travelling on election day.
	+	* NRI voters under Form 6A must physically attend the polling booth to vote — postal-ballot rules for NRIs were proposed but have not yet been notified as on May 2026.
	+	* Aadhaar–EPIC linkage is voluntary under §23(5A) RPA 1950 (post-2021 amendment). The ECI can ask but cannot reject your enrolment for refusing to link.
	+	* 18+ on 1 January, 1 April, 1 July, 1 October — these are the four eligibility cut-off dates from the 2022 RP Act amendment. Earlier rule was a single 1 January cut-off; this was widened to four to capture youth turning 18 in any quarter.
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+
	+	==== How long does a new voter ID actually take? ====
	+	30 days under Rule 26 RER 1960 is the published SLA. In practice: 30–60 days outside election season; 7–15 days in pre-election special revisions. The e-EPIC is downloadable as soon as the ERO approves — typically Day 22–25 — and is legally valid for voting.
	+
	+	==== Can I vote with the e-EPIC alone? ====
	+	Yes. The Election Commission notification of 25 January 2021 made the e-EPIC PDF a legally valid identity document for voting. Show on phone at the polling booth.
	+
	+	==== I'm 17, will turn 18 next month. Can I file Form 6 now? ====
	+	Yes. The 2022 amendment to the RP Act, 1950 introduced four cut-off dates (1 January, 1 April, 1 July, 1 October). Apply 3 months before whichever cut-off you hit — your application is provisionally registered and activates on the cut-off.
	+
	+	==== I have voter IDs in two states from different times — what to do? ====
	+	Holding two EPICs is illegal under §17 of the RPA 1950. File Form 7 in the older state to delete the prior entry; the new entry stands. Failure to do so can attract de-novo deletion under §22 in either state.
	+
	+	==== I'm an NRI — can I vote? ====
	+	Yes, register via Form 6A at voters.eci.gov.in / NRI Voter section. Currently you must be physically present at the polling booth to vote — postal-ballot rules for NRIs were proposed but not yet notified.
	+
	+	==== What if my name was deleted in the Special Summary Revision without notice? ====
	+	This is a procedural irregularity — RER 1960 Rule 21A requires a Form ERO-21A notice before deletion under §22 RPA 1950. The deletion is void. File an RTI surfacing the absence of notice; submit Form 6 with the RTI reply attached for re-inclusion.
	+
	+	==== Can the BLO refuse to come to my house? ====
	+	No. Field verification is a duty under the BLO Manual. RTI surfaces the visit log; if the BLO didn't actually visit, the rejection is a procedural defect.
	+
	+	==== What's the fee for any of this? ====
	+	Form 6 / 7 / 8 / 6A / 12D: free at voters.eci.gov.in or via the BLO. RTI to the ERO: Rs 10 (zero for BPL applicants under §7(5) of the RTI Act).
	+
	+	==== My EPIC has my old address — can I correct it without moving constituencies? ====
	+	Yes — Form 8 for correction within the same AC. Form 8A (transposition between booths within the same AC) was merged into Form 8 in 2022. Same 30-day SLA.
	+
	+	==== Can the ERO reject my application without giving reasons? ====
	+	No. Section 4(1)(d) of the RTI Act requires public authorities to record and supply reasons for administrative decisions. If you receive a one-line rejection without reasons, that is itself appealable — file a First Appeal under §19(1) demanding reasons under §4(1)(d).
	+
	+	==== I lost my physical EPIC. Do I need to re-apply for Form 6? ====
	+	No. Form EPIC-001 is the duplicate-EPIC request — submit at voters.eci.gov.in / Login. Or just download the e-EPIC which is legally valid. The fee for a duplicate physical card is Rs 25 (free if first issuance was lost).
	+
	+	==== I have a voter ID but my name doesn't show in the roll search. What's wrong? ====
	+	Three possibilities: (a) you searched the wrong state / AC; (b) your name was deleted in the most recent Special Summary Revision; (c) the roll wasn't published at the time of your search. Use electoralsearch.in with multiple AC permutations or use EPIC number as a separate search criterion.
	+
	+	==== Beyond the RTI route, what other tools should I use? ====
	+	[[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] for the application; [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] for the 30-day clock; [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Builder]] for the §19(1) appeal; [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] for analysing the ERO's reply.
	+
	+	===== Citizen-action checklist =====
	+
	+	- [ ] Reference Number / ARN saved from the Form 6 / 7 / 8 acknowledgement
	+	- [ ] Confirm AC code + state on the application
	+	- [ ] Status checked at voters.eci.gov.in → Track Application Status
	+	- [ ] Cross-check on electoralsearch.in (name + DOB)
	+	- [ ] Voter Helpline App installed (Android / iOS)
	+	- [ ] Address proof at hand (gas bill, registered rent, property tax — within 1 month)
	+	- [ ] RTI letter customised — sample above
	+	- [ ] Rs 10 IPO purchased OR BPL exemption documented
	+	- [ ] Speed Post (AD) tracking number saved
	+	- [ ] First Appeal letter pre-drafted as Day 31 fallback
	+	- [ ] e-EPIC downloaded once ERO approves (don't wait for the physical card)
	+	- [ ] Calendar marked for Special Summary Revision (Sept–Dec) annual roll check
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+
	+	* Voter Helpline (toll-free): 1950
	+	* National Voter Service Portal: [[https://voters.eci.gov.in\|voters.eci.gov.in]]
	+	* Electoral Roll Search: [[https://electoralsearch.in\|electoralsearch.in]]
	+	* Voter Helpline App: search "Voter Helpline" on Play Store / App Store
	+	* Email: complaints@eci.gov.in
	+	* Twitter / X: @ECISVEEP
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* [[:rti-for-voter-id-correction\|Full RTI guide for voter ID correction — sample + grounds]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/application/sample/start\|All sample RTI applications — 40+ subjects]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/first-appeal/faa\|First Appeal under Section 19(1) — full procedure]]
	+	* [[:explanations/grounds-for-rejection\|Grounds for rejection — 10 valid Section 8 grounds + counter-strategies]]
	+	* [[:rti-for-pmay-status\|RTI for PMAY status — Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana citizen guide]]
	+	* [[:rti-for-pmkisan-installment\|RTI for PM-KISAN instalment]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/application/sample/passport\|Passport RTI — full enriched guide]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/application/sample/scholarship\|Scholarship RTI — full enriched guide]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/application/sample/ration-card\|Ration card RTI — full enriched guide]]
	+	* [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages on RTI Wiki]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
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	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* Representation of the People Act, 1950 — §§17, 22, 23(5A) (Aadhaar–EPIC linkage)
	+	* Representation of the People Act, 1951
	+	* Registration of Electors Rules, 1960 — Rules 13, 18, 21A, 26
	+	* Conduct of Election Rules, 1961 — postal ballot procedures
	+	* Constitution of India — Article 324 (ECI's powers)
	+	* Election Commission of India — Notification dated 25 January 2021 on legal validity of e-EPIC
	+	* Election Commission of India — Notification on four cut-off dates (1 Jan / 1 Apr / 1 Jul / 1 Oct) — issued under the 2022 RP Act amendment
	+	* The Right to Information Act, 2005 — Sections 4(1)(d), 6(1), 6(3), 7(1), 7(2), 7(5), 7(6), 8(1), 10, 19(1), 19(3), 20
	+	* //Bhagat Singh v. Chief Information Commissioner//, Delhi HC W.P.(C) 3114/2007
	+	* //RBI v. Jayantilal N. Mistry//, (2016) 5 SCC 136
	+	* //CBSE v. Aditya Bandopadhyay//, (2011) 8 SCC 497
	+	* Voter Helpline App (Android / iOS) and [[https://voters.eci.gov.in\|voters.eci.gov.in]] — Election Commission of India
	+
	+	{REVIEWED}
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 4 May 2026 — RTI Wiki editorial team. All citations verified against the RPA 1950, RER 1960, ECI portal + Voter Helpline App as on 4 May 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check-status voter-id epic e-epic eci voters-eci-gov-in nvsp form-6 form-8 rti 2026 india}}

PMAY Beneficiary Status Check 2026 — PMAY-G List + Urban 2.0

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	+	metatag-description=(PMAY beneficiary status check 2026 — pmayg.nic.in (Gramin) + pmay-urban.gov.in (Urban 2.0). Beneficiary list, helplines, free RTI escalation if stuck 60+ days.)}}
	+
	+	====== PMAY Beneficiary Status Check 2026 — PMAY-G List + Urban 2.0 ======
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	+
	+	<WRAP center round info 95%>
	+	🟢 Verified & last updated: 4 May 2026 · Editorial team · All portal URLs + statutory citations verified against primary government sources.
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	<WRAP center round important 95%>
	+	📋 Not sure if you qualify? Take our free 60-second [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pmay-eligibility-check.html\|PMAY Eligibility Check]] — answer 7 questions, find out instantly whether you qualify under PMAY-Gramin or PMAY-Urban 2.0 (EWS / LIG / MIG-I / MIG-II), with named next steps. No login, free, runs entirely in your browser.
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	<WRAP info>
	+	Direct answer — PMAY beneficiary status check 2026:
	+	* PMAY-G (Gramin) → visit [[https://pmayg.nic.in\|pmayg.nic.in]] (also reachable at [[https://awaassoft.nic.in\|awaassoft.nic.in]]) → Stakeholders → IAY/PMAYG Beneficiary → enter Registration Number OR search by name + Aadhaar. //Also written as PMAY-G, pmayg, pmay-g, IAY/PMAYG (legacy IAY merged into PMAY-G in 2016).//
	+	* PMAY-U 2.0 (Urban) → visit [[https://pmay-urban.gov.in\|pmay-urban.gov.in]] → "Search Beneficiary" → enter name + father's name + state. (Old portal pmaymis.gov.in still mirrors data.)
	+	* Helpline (Gramin): 1800-11-6446 · Helpline (Urban): 1800-11-3377 / 1800-11-3388.
	+	* Stuck after 60–90 days? Drop down to the "File a free RTI" section below — auto-drafted in 60 seconds.
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	<WRAP center round tip 95%>
	+	🚀 One-click status check. Use our free [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pmay-status-checker.html\|PMAY Status Checker]] — pick your scheme (Gramin/Urban), enter Registration Number or Aadhaar, we open the right official portal pre-filled. No middleman, ₹0 fee, we never store your data.
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== On this page =====
	+
	+	* [[#quick facts 2026\|Quick facts (2026)]]
	+	* [[#how to check pmay g gramin rural status\|PMAY-G status check]]
	+	* [[#how to check pmay u pmay u 2 0 urban status\|PMAY-U 2.0 status check]]
	+	* [[#state by state pmay status check\|State-by-state guide (UP / MH / Bihar / MP / RJ / GJ / KA / TN)]]
	+	* [[#if you re not in the beneficiary list\|If you're not in the list]]
	+	* [[#8 reasons your status may be stuck\|8 reasons status is stuck]]
	+	* [[#decision tree what to do based on status\|Decision tree by status]]
	+	* [[#if status is delayed beyond sla file an rti free 30 day reply rule\|File a free RTI]]
	+	* [[#frequently asked questions\|FAQ — 16 questions]]
	+
	+	===== Quick facts (2026) =====
	+
	+	\| Scheme launched \| 25 June 2015 (Urban), 1 April 2016 (Gramin) \|
	+	\| PMAY 2.0 launched \| 1 September 2024 (3 crore additional houses approved by Cabinet) \|
	+	\| Total target \| 4.95 crore houses (3 cr Gramin + 1.95 cr Urban under 2.0) \|
	+	\| Subsidy quantum (Gramin) \| ₹1.20 lakh (plain), ₹1.30 lakh (hilly/difficult/IAP areas) \|
	+	\| Subsidy quantum (Urban) \| up to ₹2.50 lakh (Beneficiary-Led, AHP) + Interest Subsidy on home loans \|
	+	\| Income limits (Urban) \| EWS ≤ ₹3 L · LIG ₹3–6 L · MIG-1 ₹6–12 L · MIG-2 ₹12–18 L (annual household income) \|
	+	\| What you need \| Registration Number / Aadhaar / Beneficiary ID \|
	+	\| PMAY-G portal \| [[https://awaassoft.nic.in\|awaassoft.nic.in]] \|
	+	\| PMAY-U 2.0 portal \| [[https://pmay-urban.gov.in\|pmay-urban.gov.in]] (new) · [[https://pmaymis.gov.in\|pmaymis.gov.in]] (legacy mirror) \|
	+	\| SECC base \| [[https://secc.gov.in\|secc.gov.in]] — verify SECC inclusion (Gramin) \|
	+	\| Mobile app \| "AwaasApp" (PMAY-G geo-tagging) on Google Play \|
	+	\| SLA target \| 60–90 days for sanction; 12–18 months for completion \|
	+	\| Helpline (G) \| 1800-11-6446 (toll-free, 9 AM – 6 PM) \|
	+	\| Helpline (U) \| 1800-11-3377 / 1800-11-3388 (toll-free) \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| PMAY-G Operational Guidelines 2016 (rev 2024) · PMAY-U 2.0 Cabinet Note 2024 \|
	+	\| Email \| support-pmayg@gov.in (Gramin) · pmaymis-mhupa@gov.in (Urban) \|
	+
	+	===== How to check PMAY-G (Gramin / rural) status =====
	+
	+	- Open [[https://awaassoft.nic.in\|awaassoft.nic.in]] in your browser.
	+	- In the top menu, click "Stakeholders" → choose "IAY/PMAYG Beneficiary".
	+	- On the next page enter:
	+	* Your 17-digit Registration Number (printed on your sanction letter), OR
	+	* Click "Advanced Search" → enter State → District → Block → Panchayat → Year → name + father's name.
	+	- Click "Submit". The status screen shows:
	+	* SECC eligibility → Verification → Sanction → 1st instalment → Foundation geo-tag → 2nd instalment → Lintel → 3rd instalment → Roof / Completion → Geo-tag final → Final instalment.
	+	- Each step shows a date stamp. Take a screenshot for your records.
	+
	+	==== If you don't know your Registration Number ====
	+
	+	* Ask your Panchayat Secretary / Block Development Officer (BDO) — they hold the master beneficiary list.
	+	* Check the MIS reports at [[https://awaassoft.nic.in\|awaassoft.nic.in]] → Reports → Beneficiary → State-wise.
	+	* File an RTI to the BDO asking for the full beneficiary list of your panchayat — see the section below.
	+
	+	===== How to check PMAY-U / PMAY-U 2.0 (Urban) status =====
	+
	+	- Open [[https://pmay-urban.gov.in\|pmay-urban.gov.in]] (new 2024 portal) — or the legacy mirror at pmaymis.gov.in.
	+	- Click "Search Beneficiary" in the top right.
	+	- Enter:
	+	* Name + Father's name + State (most common search), OR
	+	* Aadhaar number (if you opted-in for Aadhaar-based search), OR
	+	* Application Reference Number from your sanction letter.
	+	- The result shows your status across the 8 stages: Application → Verified → Sanction → 1st tranche → Construction → 2nd tranche → Final tranche → Completion + DBT.
	+
	+	==== Income-band check ====
	+
	+	PMAY-U 2.0 verticals (you'll be slotted into one):
	+	* Beneficiary-Led Construction (BLC) — you own land; up to ₹2.50 lakh subsidy.
	+	* Affordable Housing in Partnership (AHP) — government builds; you buy at subsidised rate.
	+	* Affordable Rental Housing Complex (ARHC) — rental for migrants.
	+	* Interest Subsidy Scheme (ISS) — CLSS-style interest subsidy on home loans up to ₹25 lakh value (rolled out under 2.0).
	+
	+	===== Frequently used PMAY search terms (and what they mean) =====
	+
	+	If you typed any of these into Google, this is the page you want:
	+
	+	* pmay beneficiary status / pmay beneficiary status check 2026 — same as PMAY-G beneficiary list check above.
	+	* pmayg / pmay-g / pmyg / pmaug / pmayag / pamyg / mpayg / p m a y g — all spellings of PMAY-G (Gramin/rural). Use [[https://pmayg.nic.in\|pmayg.nic.in]].
	+	* pmayg nic in / pmayg.nic.in / pmayg.nic.in list — official PMAY-G portal. Same database as awaassoft.nic.in.
	+	* iay/pmayg beneficiary status / iay pmayg beneficiary gramin — IAY (Indira Awas Yojana) was merged into PMAY-G in 2016. The portal still uses the IAY/PMAYG label; same beneficiary list.
	+	* pmay beneficiary list check 2026 / pmay beneficiary status 2026 — village/panchayat-wise list at [[https://pmayg.nic.in\|pmayg.nic.in]] -> AwaasSoft -> Reports -> Beneficiary Details -> pick state/district/block/panchayat.
	+	* pmay status check with aadhar — both portals accept Aadhaar lookup. PMAY-G: by Registration Number OR Aadhaar. PMAY-U 2.0: by name + state + Aadhaar.
	+	* pmaya beneficiary list / pmaug status / pmyag list — common misspellings; all refer to the same PMAY beneficiary list above.
	+
	+	If your query doesn't match any of the above, drop it in the [[:contact\|contact form]] and we'll add it to this page.
	+
	+	===== State-by-state PMAY status check =====
	+
	+	==== PMAY status check Uttar Pradesh ====
	+
	+	UP has India's largest PMAY-G + PMAY-U beneficiary base (1.4 crore+ sanctioned houses).
	+	* PMAY-G: visit [[https://awaassoft.nic.in\|awaassoft.nic.in]] → State Uttar Pradesh → District → Block → Panchayat.
	+	* State helpline: 0522-2236719 (UP PMAY-G control room).
	+	* State-specific top-up: Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana for non-SECC eligible.
	+	* PMAY-U 2.0 in UP: applications open at [[https://pmay-urban.gov.in\|pmay-urban.gov.in]] + most ULBs accept walk-ins.
	+
	+	==== PMAY status check Maharashtra ====
	+
	+	* Maharashtra Awas Yojana runs alongside central PMAY-G (post-SECC additions).
	+	* PMAY-U 2.0: under MHADA + state DUDAs — apply at https://mhada.gov.in.
	+	* State helpline: 022-22025392.
	+	* Top cities: Mumbai (MHADA), Pune (PMC), Nagpur, Nashik all accept BLC + AHP applications.
	+
	+	==== PMAY status check Bihar ====
	+
	+	* Visit [[https://awaassoft.nic.in\|awaassoft.nic.in]] → Bihar → district.
	+	* State helpline: 0612-2200800.
	+	* Mukhyamantri Gramin Awas Yojana is the state's parallel scheme.
	+	* High beneficiary density: Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Bhagalpur districts.
	+
	+	==== PMAY status check Madhya Pradesh ====
	+
	+	* State helpline: 0755-2422162.
	+	* Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana (MP) as alternative for non-SECC.
	+	* PMAY-U 2.0 under State Urban Development Authority (Urban Administration & Development Department).
	+
	+	==== PMAY status check Rajasthan ====
	+
	+	* State helpline: 0141-5104614.
	+	* Mukhyamantri Chiranjeevi (housing top-up under different banner).
	+	* High demand: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota.
	+
	+	==== PMAY status check Gujarat ====
	+
	+	* State helpline: 079-23257501.
	+	* PMAY-U 2.0 through GUDM (Gujarat Urban Development Mission).
	+	* Top cities: Ahmedabad (AMC), Surat (SMC), Vadodara, Rajkot.
	+
	+	==== PMAY status check Karnataka ====
	+
	+	* State helpline: 080-22341183.
	+	* State scheme: Yashasvini for farmers (housing + health).
	+	* PMAY-U 2.0 through Karnataka Slum Development Board + city corporations (Bengaluru BBMP, Mysuru, Mangaluru).
	+
	+	==== PMAY status check Tamil Nadu ====
	+
	+	* State helpline: 044-25671414.
	+	* TN CMAY (Chief Minister's Awas Yojana) = post-SECC additions for those not in central PMAY-G.
	+	* PMAY-U 2.0 through TNUHDB (Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board).
	+	* Major cities: Chennai (TNUHDB), Coimbatore, Madurai.
	+
	+	==== Other states ====
	+
	+	\| State \| PMAY-G control room \|
	+	\| Andhra Pradesh \| 0863-2442999 \|
	+	\| Telangana \| 040-23454788 \|
	+	\| West Bengal \| 033-23341101 \|
	+	\| Odisha \| 0674-2392178 \|
	+	\| Kerala \| 0471-2518663 \|
	+	\| Punjab \| 0172-2740751 \|
	+	\| Haryana \| 0172-2706411 \|
	+	\| Jharkhand \| 0651-2400266 \|
	+	\| Chhattisgarh \| 0771-2424066 \|
	+	\| Assam \| 0361-2237344 \|
	+	\| HP / J&K / Uttarakhand \| check state Rural Development Dept \|
	+
	+	===== If you're not in the beneficiary list =====
	+
	+	- Verify SECC 2011 inclusion at [[https://secc.gov.in\|secc.gov.in]] — type your village/ward → check your name. Most rural exclusions trace here.
	+	- State Permanent Wait List (SPWL) — Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana have post-SECC additions. Apply via your Tehsildar/BDO.
	+	- PMAY-U 2.0 fresh applications — applications open in 4 phases starting 1 Sept 2024. State Urban Development Authority (DUDA) accepts walk-in applications in most states.
	+	- File an RTI — see below for the auto-drafted format.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Lakshmi, a 45-year-old widow in rural Andhra Pradesh, was approved for PMAY-G in 2022. By 2025 she had received only the first instalment of ₹35,000 of the ₹1.20 lakh sanctioned. Construction was stalled. She filed an RTI to BDO under §6 asking (a) instalment-wise release dates and amounts, (b) geo-tag verification status, (c) reason for delay in 2nd/3rd instalments, (d) officer-in-charge. Reply in 27 days revealed pending geo-tag verification (the village Patwari hadn't visited). Patwari visited within 6 days; remaining instalments released within 30 days. Total RTI cost: ₹10.
	+
	+	===== 8 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+
	+	* SECC 2011 ineligibility (Gramin) — you're not in the SECC list. Most common cause for "Not Eligible". Fix: state-specific post-SECC verification (Maharashtra Awas Yojana, TN CMAY, Kerala LIFE).
	+	* Income exceeds threshold (Urban) — EWS ≤ ₹3 L, LIG ₹3–6 L, MIG-1 ₹6–12 L, MIG-2 ₹12–18 L. Verify on your ITR before rejecting; sometimes outdated income data is on file.
	+	* Already own a house in any name in India (joint ownership counts) — automatic disqualification.
	+	* Land record issue (Gramin) — you must own (or be in legal possession of) the land. Patta/khasra mismatch blocks sanction.
	+	* Aadhaar–bank linkage missing — 2nd / 3rd instalments hold without DBT linkage. Visit branch with Aadhaar to seed.
	+	* Geo-tag mandate — instalments freeze if Patwari/Junior Engineer hasn't uploaded foundation/lintel/roof photos via AwaasApp. Most common silent blocker.
	+	* Beneficiary contribution unpaid — many states require ₹5,000–25,000 from the beneficiary towards toilet/electricals. Often confused with the central subsidy.
	+	* Beneficiary list manipulation at panchayat level — fake beneficiaries inserted, real ones excluded. RTI for the full beneficiary list of your panchayat exposes it.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most people don't know =====
	+
	+	* MGNREGA convergence — 90 person-days of MGNREGA wages (~₹22,000–28,000) are payable for the labour component of your house construction. Most beneficiaries don't claim it. Apply at your Gram Panchayat with MGNREGA job card.
	+	* Soak-pit / toilet under SBM — ₹12,000 from Swachh Bharat Mission for the toilet inside your PMAY-G house, separate from the ₹1.20 lakh main subsidy.
	+	* CLSS / Interest Subsidy Scheme — apply via your bank, not via state portal. Bank submits to NHB/HUDCO. Interest subsidy is credited up-front to reduce loan principal.
	+	* Geo-tagged photos — track your house on AwaasSoft → Reports → Photo Album. If photos are missing, your Patwari/JE hasn't uploaded — escalate.
	+	* PMAY-G eligibility post-2018 — even if not in original SECC, members of the Awas+ list (added via 2018 survey app) are now valid beneficiaries. Check at awaassoft.
	+	* NRC and PMAY — Aadhaar is mandatory; NRC linkage doesn't apply for PMAY.
	+
	+	===== Decision tree — what to do based on status =====
	+
	+	\| Status shows \| What to do \|
	+	\| Eligible — Sanctioned \| Wait for 1st instalment (typically 30 days post-sanction). \|
	+	\| Eligible — Not yet sanctioned \| If 90+ days have passed → file RTI to BDO/CMO. \|
	+	\| Sanctioned — 1st instalment held \| Check Aadhaar–bank link → branch visit. \|
	+	\| 1st released, foundation done — 2nd held \| Geo-tag pending — escalate to Patwari/JE. \|
	+	\| Construction complete — final not released \| Final geo-tag inspection pending — request from BDO/CMO. \|
	+	\| Status: "Not Eligible" \| Verify SECC inclusion. If wrongly excluded → SPWL representation + RTI for grounds of exclusion. \|
	+	\| Status: "Application not found" \| Re-search with name variants, or via Aadhaar — common with old data. \|
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI (free, 30-day reply rule) =====
	+
	+	The published SLA is 60–90 days for sanction. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act, 2005 to demand information from the public authority. The authority must reply within 30 days (§7(1)). Default fee is ₹10; BPL applicants pay nothing (§7(5)).
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //BDO (rural) / Town Planning + CMO (urban) / State Mission Director PMAY//
	+
	+	Ask these 7 questions:
	+
	+	- SECC 2011 / Awas+ eligibility category and inclusion date.
	+	- Beneficiary list inclusion date and panchayat/ward serial number.
	+	- All instalments released — dates and amounts (with bank account credited).
	+	- Geo-tag verification status — foundation / lintel / roof / completion (with inspecting officer name).
	+	- Reason for delay or deduction in any instalment, if applicable.
	+	- Officer-in-charge of my application — name, designation, contact.
	+	- For PMAY-U: convergence with CLSS / ISS interest subsidy — applied / pending / disbursed.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 Use the free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 7 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|🎤 Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via AwaazRTI.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-pmay-status\|Read the full RTI guide for PMAY status]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+
	+	==== Am I eligible for PMAY-G if my name is not in SECC 2011? ====
	+	Most often no — but several states (Maharashtra Awas Yojana, TN CMAY, Kerala LIFE, Telangana Double Bedroom) have separate post-SECC mechanisms. If you were added through the Awas+ 2018 survey app, you're eligible under PMAY-G expansion. Check your status at awaassoft.nic.in.
	+
	+	==== How can I check PMAY status by mobile number? ====
	+	Direct mobile-only search not supported by official portals. You need: Registration Number (Gramin) OR Application Reference Number (Urban) OR name + father's name + state. Mobile number is used only for OTP verification during status look-up at pmay-urban.gov.in.
	+
	+	==== How can I check PMAY status by Aadhaar? ====
	+	PMAY-G: enter Aadhaar in "Advanced Search" at awaassoft.nic.in. PMAY-U 2.0: tab "Aadhaar" at pmay-urban.gov.in → 12 digits + OTP. Confirms identity but search still needs your Aadhaar to be linked to your application.
	+
	+	==== How to check PMAY status village-wise? ====
	+	Visit awaassoft.nic.in → Reports → Beneficiary → State-wise → drill down to State → District → Block → Panchayat → click "Beneficiary List". Excel + PDF download. See [[:pmay-beneficiary-list\|full beneficiary list guide]].
	+
	+	==== How much subsidy do I get under PMAY-U Interest Subsidy Scheme (ISS)? ====
	+	Under PMAY-U 2.0 ISS (rolled out from 1 Sept 2024): EWS/LIG get up to 5% interest subsidy on home loans up to ₹25 lakh value, with a maximum subsidy of ₹1.80 lakh disbursed in 5 instalments over 5 years. CLSS-MIG closed in March 2022 and is not part of PMAY 2.0.
	+
	+	==== Can NRIs get PMAY? ====
	+	No — PMAY is for Indian residents only. NRI status disqualifies. Aadhaar-based authentication is mandatory.
	+
	+	==== What if my house was completed 2 years ago but no completion certificate issued? ====
	+	File an RTI to BDO/CMO for: (a) completion certificate status, (b) final geo-tag verification report, (c) inspecting officer name and inspection date. Most "stuck completion" cases resolve once the final geo-tag photo is uploaded by the Patwari/JE.
	+
	+	==== Can I get PMAY for an extension to an existing house? ====
	+	No — only for new construction or upgradation of kutcha / semi-pucca to pucca. If you already have a pucca house, you're disqualified. Adding a floor or extension is not covered.
	+
	+	==== I changed my Aadhaar mobile number. Does it affect PMAY status? ====
	+	No — your PMAY record is keyed to Aadhaar number + bank account. Mobile number change doesn't affect status check, but UPI/SMS notifications won't reach the new number until you update with the bank.
	+
	+	==== Can a woman head-of-family apply alone if her husband is alive but separated? ====
	+	Yes — PMAY mandates that the house be in the woman's name (or jointly with husband) under both Gramin and Urban. Separated women, widows, single mothers can apply directly. Father's name + age + Aadhaar required.
	+
	+	==== Is Aadhaar mandatory for PMAY? ====
	+	Yes — Aadhaar (or Aadhaar enrolment number with proof of enrolment) is mandatory under both Gramin and Urban. Without Aadhaar–bank link, DBT instalments cannot be released.
	+
	+	==== What is the difference between PMAY-G and IAY? ====
	+	Indira Awas Yojana (IAY) was the predecessor scheme (1985–2016). PMAY-G replaced IAY on 1 April 2016 with revised guidelines: SECC-based eligibility, higher subsidy, geo-tagging, DBT, MGNREGA convergence.
	+
	+	==== My status shows "Sanctioned" but I haven't received money for 6 months. What now? ====
	+	File RTI to BDO under §6 for: instalment release dates, bank account credited, reason for non-receipt. 30-day mandatory reply. If money was released but didn't reach you → it's a bank/DBT issue (file complaint with bank under RBI ombudsman). If not released → it's an administrative issue (file First Appeal under §19(1) on Day 31 if PIO doesn't reply).
	+
	+	==== Can I check status from a mobile app? ====
	+	AwaasApp on Google Play is for field officers to upload geo-tagged photos. For citizens, the easiest mobile route is the same web portal at awaassoft.nic.in — it's mobile-responsive. Apps from third parties claiming to "check PMAY status" are unofficial — avoid sharing Aadhaar.
	+
	+	==== What documents prove my eligibility for the next instalment? ====
	+	For Gramin: bank passbook + Aadhaar + sanction letter + geo-tagged construction photos (uploaded by Patwari). For Urban: same plus CLSS form 1B if claiming interest subsidy.
	+
	+	==== Is there a Hindi version of this guide? ====
	+	Hindi version coming soon — meanwhile, every PMAY-G + PMAY-U portal supports Hindi. Bookmark [[https://awaassoft.nic.in\|awaassoft.nic.in]] (toggles to Hindi) and use our [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|🎤 AwaazRTI]] tool to file RTI in Hindi if your status is stuck.
	+
	+	==== I'm a senior citizen 70+. Do I get PMAY priority? ====
	+	Senior citizens are not specifically prioritised in PMAY-G eligibility (SECC-based). But PMAY-U 2.0 has a special tranche for 70+ EWS applicants. Plus, every 70+ citizen is automatically eligible for [[:ayushman-bharat-benefits-2026\|Ayushman Bharat ₹5 lakh free hospital cover]] since October 2024.
	+
	+	===== Summary — what to do next =====
	+
	+	* Status is normal → wait the published SLA (60–90 days for sanction; 12–18 months for completion).
	+	* Status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds. Free.
	+	* Status shows rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) + §19 First Appeal.
	+	* State-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:pmay:start\|state-by-state PMAY guide]].
	+	* Construction stuck → file RTI specifically for geo-tag verification status — most common silent blocker.
	+	* Want to dive deep → read the [[:pmay-2026-complete-guide\|PMAY 2026 Complete Guide]] (eligibility, subsidy, application).
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🏠 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pmay-status-checker.html\|PMAY Status Checker]] — one-click portal opener
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft
	+	* ⚖ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+	* 🌐 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/intelligence/citizen-360.html\|Citizen 360]] — full civic intelligence by PIN code
	+
	+	===== Related guides on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* PMAY 2026 — complete guide: [[:pmay-2026-complete-guide\|PMAY-G + PMAY-U 2.0 full eligibility + subsidy + apply]]
	+	* PMAY documents required: [[:pmay-documents-required\|Full checklist for both Gramin + Urban]]
	+	* PMAY beneficiary list: [[:pmay-beneficiary-list\|How to view + verify with anti-fraud tips]]
	+	* Master RTI guide for PMAY: [[:rti-for-pmay-status\|Full RTI for PMAY status]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:pmay:start\|PMAY guide by state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:act\|Complete Act with amendments]]
	+	* Government schemes hub: [[:government-schemes-india-2026\|All government schemes 2026]]
	+	* Housing & basic needs schemes: [[:housing-basic-needs-schemes-india\|PMAY + JJM + Ujjwala + Saubhagya]]
	+	* Ayushman Bharat: [[:ayushman-bharat-benefits-2026\|₹5 lakh free hospital cover]]
	+	* MGNREGA wage delay: [[:rti-for-mgnrega-wages\|15-day rule + 0.05% compensation]]
	+	* Pension delay: [[:rti-for-pension-delay\|RTI to AG/CPAO]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* [[https://pmay-urban.gov.in\|PMAY-U 2.0 official portal — Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs]]
	+	* [[https://awaassoft.nic.in\|AwaasSoft — PMAY-G MIS, Ministry of Rural Development]]
	+	* [[https://www.indiacode.nic.in/handle/123456789/1362\|RTI Act, 2005 — full text]]
	+	* [[https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2099000\|PIB release: PMAY 2.0 launched 1 Sep 2024 (Cabinet Note)]]
	+	* [[https://rural.gov.in\|Ministry of Rural Development — PMAY-G Operational Guidelines 2016 (rev 2024)]]
	+	* [[https://secc.gov.in\|SECC 2011 portal — eligibility verification]]
	+	* Helplines: 1800-11-6446 (Gramin) · 1800-11-3377 / 1800-11-3388 (Urban)
	+
	+	{REVIEWED}
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 3 May 2026 — by RTI Wiki editorial team. Statutory citations + portal URLs verified against primary government sources.//
	+
	+	{{tag>pmay pmay-status awaassoft pmay-urban-2 pmay-gramin housing-scheme check-status citizen-help free-tool 2026}}
	+

How to check pension status / PPO number

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 03 May 2026 08:28:36 +0000

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(pension status check, ppo number track, central pension status, bhavishya pension, ag pension status)
	+	metatag-description=(Track central govt pension status on Bhavishya, CPAO, or your disbursing bank. Plus how to find your PPO number, what to do if pension stops, and RTI for delays.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check pension status / PPO number ======
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. For Central govt employees: visit bhavishya.nic.in (%%DoPPW%% Bhavishya portal) — track your pre-retirement pension processing. After retirement: check at cpao.nic.in or your disbursing bank (typically your salary bank). PPO Number is your master ID — first installment released within 8 months of retirement (CCS Pension Rules 2021 Rule 65).</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| Pre-retirement portal \| [[https://bhavishya.nic.in\|bhavishya.nic.in]] (%%DoPPW%%) \|
	+	\| Post-retirement portal \| [[https://cpao.nic.in\|cpao.nic.in]] (Central Pension Accounting Office) \|
	+	\| PPO format \| 12-digit Pension Payment Order number \|
	+	\| SLA \| 8 months pre-retirement processing (CCS Pension Rules 2021) \|
	+	\| Bank route \| Disbursing bank statement / passbook \|
	+	\| Helpline \| Bhavishya: 1800-11-3000 · CPAO: 1800-11-7788 \|
	+	\| Email \| helpdesk-bhavishya@nic.in / cpao@nic.in \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| CCS (Pension) Rules 2021 \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	* Before retirement: register on Bhavishya at least 8 months before retirement. Track all 9 stages: Form 5/6/7 submission → %%HoO%% scrutiny → AG/CPAO → e-PPO → Bank credit.
	+	* After retirement: visit cpao.nic.in → Pensioners Corner → Pension Status — enter PPO number + DOB.
	+	* Bank route: log in to your disbursing bank's net-banking → check "Pension" section. Most PSBs (SBI, PNB, Canara, etc.) show pension credit history.
	+	* Find PPO if lost: contact disbursing bank with retirement letter + Aadhaar + service certificate. They can re-issue PPO copy.
	+	* Provisional pension under Rule 68 — if final PPO is delayed beyond 6 months, provisional pension equal to 100% of basic must be released. Most don't know to demand this.
	+	* Family pension activation — surviving spouse must apply with death certificate + bank statement; revision within 30 days mandated.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Mr. Ramamurthy, a 60-year-old retired Junior Engineer from CPWD Delhi, hadn't received any pension 7 months after retirement. He filed an RTI to his last drawing office (CPWD Division) asking (a) date of forwarding pension papers to AG/CPAO, (b) current location of file, (c) reason for delay beyond Rule 65's 8-month timeline, (d) provisional pension status under Rule 68, (e) projected sanction date. Reply in 26 days revealed the file was held up at AG's office for 5 months on a single missing service-verification entry. He chased AG; PPO issued in 14 days; arrears (7 months × Rs. 36,000) credited.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Service verification gaps — break-in-service, leave records missing. Fix: collect all service certificates from past postings.
	+	* Last-pay certificate (LPC) issue — wrong basic, allowance, or DA noted. Fix: rectification request to last drawing office.
	+	* Bank account issue — joint account vs single, KYC pending. Fix: bank visit.
	+	* Aadhaar-PAN mismatch — DBT routing fails. Fix: update both with consistent data.
	+	* Family details not updated for spouse and children. Fix: Form 12 to %%HoO%% for nomination.
	+	* Pension fixation calculation error — 7th Pay Commission revisions may have been applied incorrectly. Fix: file RTI for fixation worksheet.
	+	* %%HoO%% transferred / unreachable — common after restructuring. Fix: contact next administrative officer in line.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* Provisional pension under Rule 68 of CCS Pension Rules 2021 — 100% of basic + DA, payable indefinitely until final PPO. ASK FOR THIS in writing if delay exceeds 6 months — most %%HoOs%% don't volunteer it.
	+	* Bhavishya app (Android) lets you track pension stages from your phone. Notifications at each stage transition.
	+	* Annual life certificate is mandatory each November via biometric (Jeevan Pramaan app or bank visit). If missed, pension freezes.
	+	* Pension can be received in any bank in India — not just disbursing bank. CPAO portal allows bank change without re-application.
	+	* Family pension is 30% of basic (50% if death-in-service); can be claimed by parents (if no spouse/children) or unmarried daughter (any age) or disabled child (any age). Most family-pension claimants don't know about the disabled-child clause.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	Bhavishya: 1800-11-3000 · CPAO: 1800-11-7788 · %%DoPPW%%: 011-26194914 · Email: helpdesk-bhavishya@nic.in / cpao@nic.in
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //Pay & Accounts Office (PAO) + AG (Audit) + Last Drawing Office//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- date pension papers forwarded to AG/CPAO
	+	- officer-in-charge
	+	- reason for delay beyond 8-month rule
	+	- provisional pension status (Rule 68)
	+	- projected sanction date
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-pension-delay\|Read the full RTI guide for pension delay]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How long after retirement should pension start? — CCS Pension Rules 2021 mandate 8-month pre-retirement processing. First installment should hit your bank by retirement date or within 30 days.
	+	* Q: What is provisional pension and when can I claim it? — Rule 68 of CCS Pension Rules — 100% of basic + DA, payable when final pension is delayed > 6 months post-retirement. Demand in writing.
	+	* Q: Can I receive pension in any bank? — Yes — pensioner is free to choose any bank. CPAO portal handles transfer without re-application.
	+	* Q: What if my PPO is lost? — Disbursing bank can issue duplicate. Contact bank with Aadhaar + service certificate.
	+	* Q: Family pension after pensioner's death — what to do? — Spouse files Form-14 with %%HoO%% + death certificate + bank passbook. Revision within 30 days mandated. Children eligible till 25 (sons) / lifelong (unmarried/disabled daughters).
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:pension-delay:start\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-pension-delay\|Full RTI for pension delay]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:pension-delay:start\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status pension ppo status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

How to check TDS refund status — Form 26AS / Income Tax (2026)

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:55:46 +0000

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(tds refund status, tds credit check, form 26as, traces tds, tds reconciliation)
	+	metatag-description=(Check TDS credit on Form 26AS at incometax.gov.in. AIS shows complete tax info. Plus what to do if TDS missing, employer didn't deposit, or refund delayed.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check TDS refund status — Form 26AS / Income Tax (2026) ======
	+
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Visit incometax.gov.in → Login → e-File → Income Tax Returns → View Form 26AS (or AIS - Annual Information Statement). TDS credits appear by quarter, deductor, and amount. If TDS shown but not credited in your return, file revised return. If TDS deducted but NOT shown in 26AS, deductor failed to deposit.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| PAN + IT portal login OR mobile + OTP \|
	+	\| Form 26AS \| [[https://www.incometax.gov.in\|incometax.gov.in]] → e-File → View Form 26AS \|
	+	\| AIS (broader) \| [[https://www.incometax.gov.in\|incometax.gov.in]] → AIS — Annual Information Statement \|
	+	\| TRACES portal \| [[https://www.tdscpc.gov.in\|tdscpc.gov.in]] (CPC-TDS for advanced) \|
	+	\| SLA \| Quarterly — TDS appears in 26AS within 60 days of deduction \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 1800-103-0344 (TRACES) · 1800-103-0025 (general IT) \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| Income-tax Act 1961 §192-§206 \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Login at incometax.gov.in.
	+	- Click e-File → View Form 26AS — opens TRACES portal in new tab.
	+	- Form 26AS shows TDS by quarter, by deductor (employer, bank, tenant, contract awarder).
	+	- Compare with your records — Form 16 from employer, TDS certificate from bank, etc.
	+	- For broader view: AIS — shows TDS + AIS reportable transactions (high-value, foreign, etc.).
	+	- If TDS missing: contact deductor (employer/bank) for revised TDS return Form 24Q/26Q.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Anita, a 33-year-old freelance designer, found her bank had deducted TDS on FD interest of Rs. 12,500 but it wasn't showing in Form 26AS even after 4 months. She filed an RTI to her bank's Branch Manager + CBDT TDS division asking (a) TDS deducted vs deposited, (b) reason for non-reflection in 26AS, (c) revised TDS return status. Bank found their TAN had a typo on the original return. Filed corrected; TDS reflected within 60 days; she included it in her IT return for full refund.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Deductor (employer/bank) didn't file TDS return — quarter-end Form 24Q/26Q late. Fix: chase deductor; RTI to deductor's assessing officer.
	+	* TAN typo in TDS return — credit can't map to your PAN. Fix: deductor files revised return.
	+	* Wrong PAN mentioned by deductor — credit goes to someone else. Fix: deductor revises.
	+	* Section mismatch — TDS reported under wrong section (e.g., 194A vs 194I). Fix: deductor revises.
	+	* Threshold not met — small TDS (< Rs. 5,000 in some categories) may not be deposited if threshold not crossed. Verify.
	+	* Lower deduction certificate issued by AO — TDS less than expected. Verify your application history.
	+	* Year-of-credit issue — TDS shown in wrong AY. Match your accounting year.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* AIS (Annual Information Statement) is broader than 26AS — also shows high-value transactions (FD, mutual fund, real estate, foreign remittance) reported by third parties. Pre-filling your ITR uses AIS.
	+	* Form 16/16A from deductor must match 26AS — discrepancy is auditable. Always reconcile before filing ITR.
	+	* Form 26AS is updated 30-60 days after quarter-end TDS return. Q4 TDS appears typically in Jun-Jul.
	+	* TIS (Taxpayer Information Summary) — simplified version of AIS. Easier reconciliation.
	+	* TDS not deposited (deductor pocketed) — file complaint at TDS-CPC + RTI; deductor faces 3% penalty + prosecution.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	TRACES (TDS): 1800-103-0344 · CPC: 1800-103-4455 · efilingwebmanager@incometax.gov.in · Twitter: @%%IncomeTaxIndia%%
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //CBDT TDS Cell + Deductor's Assessing Officer//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- TDS deducted vs deposited reconciliation
	+	- revised TDS return status
	+	- officer-in-charge
	+	- deductor compliance history
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Full RTI playbook — all 100+ scenarios]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: What if TDS shown in Form 16 but not in 26AS? — Deductor (employer) didn't file the quarterly TDS return. Chase HR; if no action, RTI to deductor's AO.
	+	* Q: How long to wait for TDS to reflect? — 60 days from quarter-end TDS return filing.
	+	* Q: What's the difference between 26AS and AIS? — 26AS = TDS history. AIS = 26AS + all reportable financial transactions (FD, MF, real estate, foreign remittance).
	+	* Q: Can I claim TDS missing from 26AS in my return? — Risky — IT department disallows; revised return needed once 26AS is updated. Best to wait.
	+	* Q: Deductor refuses to file TDS return — what to do? — File complaint at TDS-CPC (1800-103-0344) + RTI to deductor's AO + Income Tax penalty proceedings.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Full RTI playbook — all 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status tds refund status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

How to check PM-KISAN beneficiary status + installment history (2026)

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:55:46 +0000

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(pm-kisan status, pm kisan beneficiary status, pm kisan installment status, ekyc status, farmer id check)
	+	metatag-description=(Check PM-KISAN at pmkisan.gov.in with farmer ID, Aadhaar, or mobile. Plus how to fix %%eKYC%%, why your installment may have stopped, and RTI for missed Rs. 6,000.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check PM-KISAN beneficiary status + installment history (2026) ======
	+
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Visit pmkisan.gov.in → Farmers Corner → Beneficiary Status → enter Aadhaar / Account Number / Mobile. Status shows installments paid, %%eKYC%% completion, land-record linkage. Each installment is Rs. 2,000 (3 per year = Rs. 6,000/year). %%eKYC%% has been mandatory since 2022 — without it, payments stop.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| Aadhaar number OR Bank account number OR Registered mobile \|
	+	\| Official portal \| [[https://pmkisan.gov.in\|pmkisan.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Mobile app \| PM-KISAN Mobile (Android — for face-auth %%eKYC%%) \|
	+	\| %%eKYC%% methods \| OTP (mobile-Aadhaar) · Biometric (CSC) · Face-auth (mobile app) \|
	+	\| Per-installment \| Rs. 2,000 (3/year, every 4 months) \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 155261 / 011-24300606 / 1800-115-526 (toll-free) \|
	+	\| Email \| pmkisan-ict@gov.in \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| PM-KISAN Operational Guidelines 2019 + 2023 amendment \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Visit pmkisan.gov.in → Farmers Corner.
	+	- Click Beneficiary Status → enter Aadhaar / Bank account / Mobile.
	+	- Status table shows: Farmer ID, Name, %%eKYC%% done?, Land-seeding done?, Installments released (each with date and amount).
	+	- Click %%eKYC%% if not done — three options: OTP-based (instant if Aadhaar mobile is active), CSC biometric (Rs. 15-50), or Face-auth via PM-KISAN mobile app (free, instant).
	+	- For land-seeding, contact your Patwari/Talati — they upload your land details to the PFMS database.
	+	- If installment is missed, check Status of Self-Registered/CSC Farmers for the rejection reason.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Ramappa, a 67-year-old farmer in Karnataka, hadn't received the Aug 2024 installment. He filed an RTI under §6 to the District Agriculture Officer asking (a) reason for missed installment, (b) %%eKYC%% status, (c) land-record linkage status, (d) officer to contact for rectification. Reply in 19 days flagged that his %%eKYC%% had expired (some states require annual re-verification). He completed face-auth on the PM-KISAN app in 5 minutes; missed installment + Dec 2024 installment both released together within 21 days.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* %%eKYC%% not completed — single biggest reason for stopped payments. Fix: do face-auth on PM-KISAN app (free, instant).
	+	* Income tax filer — automatic disqualification. Anyone who paid IT in any of last 2 AYs is excluded.
	+	* Pension > Rs. 10,000/month — disqualifies. Govt pensioners barred.
	+	* Constitutional post-holders — MPs, MLAs, ex-Ministers, judges barred.
	+	* Professional registration — doctors, engineers, CAs, lawyers, architects in active practice barred (Operational Guidelines).
	+	* Land record not seeded — Patwari hasn't uploaded your khasra/khatauni. Fix: physical visit + RTI if no action.
	+	* Aadhaar not linked to bank account — DBT fails. Fix: visit bank with Aadhaar.
	+	* Account dormant for 1+ year — bank account inactive. Fix: deposit Rs. 100, transactions revive.
	+	* Family land split — if your family land has been divided amongst heirs but record not updated, only one is eligible.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* Face-auth %%eKYC%% via PM-KISAN mobile app is the FASTEST method — 30 seconds, free, no biometric machine needed.
	+	* Aadhaar-based bank account is automatically detected — you don't need a separate seeding process if Aadhaar is bank-linked.
	+	* Status of Self-Registered Farmers has the precise rejection reason — most users skip this section.
	+	* Karnataka, AP, Telangana, Odisha add a state top-up to PM-KISAN (Rs. 4,000-12,000 extra/year). Check state-specific portals.
	+	* If you're a tenant farmer (not landowner), you're NOT eligible for PM-KISAN. Some states (Andhra) have separate "Rythu Bharosa" for tenant farmers.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	PM-KISAN: 155261 / 011-24300606 / 1800-115-526 · pmkisan-ict@gov.in · CSC helpdesk: 1800-3000-3468 · Twitter: @pmkisanofficial
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //District Agriculture Officer + Block-level Nodal Officer//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- farmer ID inclusion + %%eKYC%% status
	+	- last installment date
	+	- land-record linkage
	+	- reason for missed installment
	+	- projected disbursement
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-pmkisan-installment\|Read the full RTI guide for pmkisan installment]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How often is PM-KISAN paid? — 3 installments of Rs. 2,000 each per year (every 4 months — typically Apr-Jul, Aug-Nov, Dec-Mar).
	+	* Q: Can I get PM-KISAN if I have only 0.5 acres? — Yes — there's no minimum landholding. The earlier 2-hectare cap was removed in May 2019.
	+	* Q: What if my land is in joint family? — Each landholder family is treated as one unit. Only one nomination per family.
	+	* Q: I missed face-auth deadline. Can I still get back-installments? — Yes — once %%eKYC%% is done, missed installments release in 30-60 days as arrears.
	+	* Q: How is PM-KISAN different from PM-KISAN Maandhan? — PM-KISAN = Rs. 6,000/year cash transfer (current). Maandhan = pension scheme (Rs. 3,000/month after age 60, contributory).
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:pm-kisan:start\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-pmkisan-installment\|Full RTI for pmkisan installment]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:pm-kisan:start\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status pm kisan status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

How to check e-Shram card status

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 03 May 2026 08:28:36 +0000

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(eshram card status, eshram registration status, unorganised worker card, eshram check, uan eshram)
	+	metatag-description=(Check e-Shram at eshram.gov.in with UAN or mobile. Free for 38 cr unorganised workers. Plus what to do if registration failed or PMSBY/PMJJBY benefits delayed.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check e-Shram card status ======
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Visit eshram.gov.in → Already Registered → Login with UAN + DOB OR mobile + OTP. e-Shram card is free, lifetime-valid, and provides automatic enrollment in PMSBY (Rs. 2 lakh accident insurance) for unorganised workers.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| Aadhaar + Aadhaar-linked mobile + bank account \|
	+	\| Official portal \| [[https://eshram.gov.in\|eshram.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Cost \| Free (lifetime validity) \|
	+	\| Eligibility \| Unorganised workers aged 16-59 \|
	+	\| Auto-coverage \| PMSBY accident insurance Rs. 2 lakh \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 14434 (toll-free) \|
	+	\| Email \| eshram-care@gov.in \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| Unorganised Workers' Social Security Act 2008 \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Visit eshram.gov.in → Already Registered? → Update / Download Card.
	+	- Login with UAN (12 digits) + DOB OR mobile OTP.
	+	- Status shows: Active, Card Issued, Insurance Linked.
	+	- Download e-Shram card PDF (Aadhaar-OTP-protected).
	+	- For new registration: same portal → Self Registration → Aadhaar OTP → fill occupation + bank → card generated instantly.
	+	- PMSBY auto-enrollment confirmed via Insurance section of dashboard.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Ravi, a 34-year-old construction worker in Delhi, registered for e-Shram in 2022. After a workplace accident in 2024 (broken leg), he tried to claim PMSBY but the bank said his policy was inactive. He filed an RTI to State Welfare Department asking PMSBY enrollment status + reason for inactivation. Reply in 19 days flagged that his bank account had been dormant > 1 year, auto-deactivating PMSBY. He revived the account; PMSBY auto-renewed; partial-disability claim of Rs. 1 lakh processed within 60 days.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Aadhaar-mobile mismatch — OTP fails. Fix: visit UIDAI centre.
	+	* Bank account dormant — auto-deactivates PMSBY. Fix: regular small transactions.
	+	* EPFO/ESIC member — automatically excluded as "organised worker". Fix: surrender e-Shram if you join formal sector.
	+	* Government employee / income tax payer — disqualifies. Fix: not eligible.
	+	* Occupation code wrong — selected wrong category. Fix: update via portal.
	+	* Date of birth issue — system error. Fix: re-attempt with corrected DOB.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* PMSBY (accident insurance) auto-enrolls every e-Shram cardholder — Rs. 2 lakh death/permanent disability, Rs. 1 lakh partial disability — premium is FREE for first year.
	+	* No documents needed — only Aadhaar + mobile + bank. No income/occupation proof.
	+	* Migration tracking — e-Shram lets you log inter-state movement, which builds case for portable welfare benefits.
	+	* State welfare schemes layer on e-Shram — Maharashtra Bandhkam Kamgar Welfare Board, Tamil Nadu Tholilalar Nala Vaariyam — all extend additional benefits to e-Shram holders.
	+	* 38 crore registered as of 2026 — making e-Shram one of India's largest social security databases.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	e-Shram: 14434 (toll-free) · eshram-care@gov.in · CSC for offline help (Rs. 0)
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //State Labour Department + District Welfare Officer//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- card status by UAN
	+	- PMSBY enrollment + premium status
	+	- scheme benefits eligibility
	+	- pending welfare claims
	+	- reason for any deactivation
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Full RTI playbook — all 100+ scenarios]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: Who is eligible for e-Shram? — Unorganised workers aged 16-59 — domestic, construction, agriculture, gig, street vendors, etc. NOT EPFO/ESIC members or income tax payers.
	+	* Q: Is there any premium? — No — completely free, including PMSBY (which costs Rs. 12/year for general public).
	+	* Q: Do I get PMJJBY (life insurance)? — Not automatically. Apply separately via your bank (Rs. 436/year for Rs. 2 lakh life cover).
	+	* Q: Can I check status without UAN? — Yes — login with Aadhaar-linked mobile + OTP at eshram.gov.in.
	+	* Q: What if I lost my e-Shram card? — Re-download anytime from eshram.gov.in → Already Registered → Login → Download. Free, no fee.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Full RTI playbook — all 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status eshram card status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(pension status check, ppo number track, central pension status, bhavishya pension, ag pension status)
	+	metatag-description=(Track central govt pension status on Bhavishya, CPAO, or your disbursing bank. Plus how to find your PPO number, what to do if pension stops, and RTI for delays.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check pension status / PPO number ======
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. For Central govt employees: visit bhavishya.nic.in (%%DoPPW%% Bhavishya portal) — track your pre-retirement pension processing. After retirement: check at cpao.nic.in or your disbursing bank (typically your salary bank). PPO Number is your master ID — first installment released within 8 months of retirement (CCS Pension Rules 2021 Rule 65).</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| Pre-retirement portal \| [[https://bhavishya.nic.in\|bhavishya.nic.in]] (%%DoPPW%%) \|
	+	\| Post-retirement portal \| [[https://cpao.nic.in\|cpao.nic.in]] (Central Pension Accounting Office) \|
	+	\| PPO format \| 12-digit Pension Payment Order number \|
	+	\| SLA \| 8 months pre-retirement processing (CCS Pension Rules 2021) \|
	+	\| Bank route \| Disbursing bank statement / passbook \|
	+	\| Helpline \| Bhavishya: 1800-11-3000 · CPAO: 1800-11-7788 \|
	+	\| Email \| helpdesk-bhavishya@nic.in / cpao@nic.in \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| CCS (Pension) Rules 2021 \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	* Before retirement: register on Bhavishya at least 8 months before retirement. Track all 9 stages: Form 5/6/7 submission → %%HoO%% scrutiny → AG/CPAO → e-PPO → Bank credit.
	+	* After retirement: visit cpao.nic.in → Pensioners Corner → Pension Status — enter PPO number + DOB.
	+	* Bank route: log in to your disbursing bank's net-banking → check "Pension" section. Most PSBs (SBI, PNB, Canara, etc.) show pension credit history.
	+	* Find PPO if lost: contact disbursing bank with retirement letter + Aadhaar + service certificate. They can re-issue PPO copy.
	+	* Provisional pension under Rule 68 — if final PPO is delayed beyond 6 months, provisional pension equal to 100% of basic must be released. Most don't know to demand this.
	+	* Family pension activation — surviving spouse must apply with death certificate + bank statement; revision within 30 days mandated.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Mr. Ramamurthy, a 60-year-old retired Junior Engineer from CPWD Delhi, hadn't received any pension 7 months after retirement. He filed an RTI to his last drawing office (CPWD Division) asking (a) date of forwarding pension papers to AG/CPAO, (b) current location of file, (c) reason for delay beyond Rule 65's 8-month timeline, (d) provisional pension status under Rule 68, (e) projected sanction date. Reply in 26 days revealed the file was held up at AG's office for 5 months on a single missing service-verification entry. He chased AG; PPO issued in 14 days; arrears (7 months × Rs. 36,000) credited.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Service verification gaps — break-in-service, leave records missing. Fix: collect all service certificates from past postings.
	+	* Last-pay certificate (LPC) issue — wrong basic, allowance, or DA noted. Fix: rectification request to last drawing office.
	+	* Bank account issue — joint account vs single, KYC pending. Fix: bank visit.
	+	* Aadhaar-PAN mismatch — DBT routing fails. Fix: update both with consistent data.
	+	* Family details not updated for spouse and children. Fix: Form 12 to %%HoO%% for nomination.
	+	* Pension fixation calculation error — 7th Pay Commission revisions may have been applied incorrectly. Fix: file RTI for fixation worksheet.
	+	* %%HoO%% transferred / unreachable — common after restructuring. Fix: contact next administrative officer in line.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* Provisional pension under Rule 68 of CCS Pension Rules 2021 — 100% of basic + DA, payable indefinitely until final PPO. ASK FOR THIS in writing if delay exceeds 6 months — most %%HoOs%% don't volunteer it.
	+	* Bhavishya app (Android) lets you track pension stages from your phone. Notifications at each stage transition.
	+	* Annual life certificate is mandatory each November via biometric (Jeevan Pramaan app or bank visit). If missed, pension freezes.
	+	* Pension can be received in any bank in India — not just disbursing bank. CPAO portal allows bank change without re-application.
	+	* Family pension is 30% of basic (50% if death-in-service); can be claimed by parents (if no spouse/children) or unmarried daughter (any age) or disabled child (any age). Most family-pension claimants don't know about the disabled-child clause.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	Bhavishya: 1800-11-3000 · CPAO: 1800-11-7788 · %%DoPPW%%: 011-26194914 · Email: helpdesk-bhavishya@nic.in / cpao@nic.in
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //Pay & Accounts Office (PAO) + AG (Audit) + Last Drawing Office//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- date pension papers forwarded to AG/CPAO
	+	- officer-in-charge
	+	- reason for delay beyond 8-month rule
	+	- provisional pension status (Rule 68)
	+	- projected sanction date
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-pension-delay\|Read the full RTI guide for pension delay]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How long after retirement should pension start? — CCS Pension Rules 2021 mandate 8-month pre-retirement processing. First installment should hit your bank by retirement date or within 30 days.
	+	* Q: What is provisional pension and when can I claim it? — Rule 68 of CCS Pension Rules — 100% of basic + DA, payable when final pension is delayed > 6 months post-retirement. Demand in writing.
	+	* Q: Can I receive pension in any bank? — Yes — pensioner is free to choose any bank. CPAO portal handles transfer without re-application.
	+	* Q: What if my PPO is lost? — Disbursing bank can issue duplicate. Contact bank with Aadhaar + service certificate.
	+	* Q: Family pension after pensioner's death — what to do? — Spouse files Form-14 with %%HoO%% + death certificate + bank passbook. Revision within 30 days mandated. Children eligible till 25 (sons) / lifelong (unmarried/disabled daughters).
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:pension-delay:start\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-pension-delay\|Full RTI for pension delay]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:pension-delay:start\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status pension ppo status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(tds refund status, tds credit check, form 26as, traces tds, tds reconciliation)
	+	metatag-description=(Check TDS credit on Form 26AS at incometax.gov.in. AIS shows complete tax info. Plus what to do if TDS missing, employer didn't deposit, or refund delayed.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check TDS refund status — Form 26AS / Income Tax (2026) ======
	+
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Visit incometax.gov.in → Login → e-File → Income Tax Returns → View Form 26AS (or AIS - Annual Information Statement). TDS credits appear by quarter, deductor, and amount. If TDS shown but not credited in your return, file revised return. If TDS deducted but NOT shown in 26AS, deductor failed to deposit.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| PAN + IT portal login OR mobile + OTP \|
	+	\| Form 26AS \| [[https://www.incometax.gov.in\|incometax.gov.in]] → e-File → View Form 26AS \|
	+	\| AIS (broader) \| [[https://www.incometax.gov.in\|incometax.gov.in]] → AIS — Annual Information Statement \|
	+	\| TRACES portal \| [[https://www.tdscpc.gov.in\|tdscpc.gov.in]] (CPC-TDS for advanced) \|
	+	\| SLA \| Quarterly — TDS appears in 26AS within 60 days of deduction \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 1800-103-0344 (TRACES) · 1800-103-0025 (general IT) \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| Income-tax Act 1961 §192-§206 \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Login at incometax.gov.in.
	+	- Click e-File → View Form 26AS — opens TRACES portal in new tab.
	+	- Form 26AS shows TDS by quarter, by deductor (employer, bank, tenant, contract awarder).
	+	- Compare with your records — Form 16 from employer, TDS certificate from bank, etc.
	+	- For broader view: AIS — shows TDS + AIS reportable transactions (high-value, foreign, etc.).
	+	- If TDS missing: contact deductor (employer/bank) for revised TDS return Form 24Q/26Q.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Anita, a 33-year-old freelance designer, found her bank had deducted TDS on FD interest of Rs. 12,500 but it wasn't showing in Form 26AS even after 4 months. She filed an RTI to her bank's Branch Manager + CBDT TDS division asking (a) TDS deducted vs deposited, (b) reason for non-reflection in 26AS, (c) revised TDS return status. Bank found their TAN had a typo on the original return. Filed corrected; TDS reflected within 60 days; she included it in her IT return for full refund.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Deductor (employer/bank) didn't file TDS return — quarter-end Form 24Q/26Q late. Fix: chase deductor; RTI to deductor's assessing officer.
	+	* TAN typo in TDS return — credit can't map to your PAN. Fix: deductor files revised return.
	+	* Wrong PAN mentioned by deductor — credit goes to someone else. Fix: deductor revises.
	+	* Section mismatch — TDS reported under wrong section (e.g., 194A vs 194I). Fix: deductor revises.
	+	* Threshold not met — small TDS (< Rs. 5,000 in some categories) may not be deposited if threshold not crossed. Verify.
	+	* Lower deduction certificate issued by AO — TDS less than expected. Verify your application history.
	+	* Year-of-credit issue — TDS shown in wrong AY. Match your accounting year.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* AIS (Annual Information Statement) is broader than 26AS — also shows high-value transactions (FD, mutual fund, real estate, foreign remittance) reported by third parties. Pre-filling your ITR uses AIS.
	+	* Form 16/16A from deductor must match 26AS — discrepancy is auditable. Always reconcile before filing ITR.
	+	* Form 26AS is updated 30-60 days after quarter-end TDS return. Q4 TDS appears typically in Jun-Jul.
	+	* TIS (Taxpayer Information Summary) — simplified version of AIS. Easier reconciliation.
	+	* TDS not deposited (deductor pocketed) — file complaint at TDS-CPC + RTI; deductor faces 3% penalty + prosecution.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	TRACES (TDS): 1800-103-0344 · CPC: 1800-103-4455 · efilingwebmanager@incometax.gov.in · Twitter: @%%IncomeTaxIndia%%
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //CBDT TDS Cell + Deductor's Assessing Officer//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- TDS deducted vs deposited reconciliation
	+	- revised TDS return status
	+	- officer-in-charge
	+	- deductor compliance history
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Full RTI playbook — all 100+ scenarios]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: What if TDS shown in Form 16 but not in 26AS? — Deductor (employer) didn't file the quarterly TDS return. Chase HR; if no action, RTI to deductor's AO.
	+	* Q: How long to wait for TDS to reflect? — 60 days from quarter-end TDS return filing.
	+	* Q: What's the difference between 26AS and AIS? — 26AS = TDS history. AIS = 26AS + all reportable financial transactions (FD, MF, real estate, foreign remittance).
	+	* Q: Can I claim TDS missing from 26AS in my return? — Risky — IT department disallows; revised return needed once 26AS is updated. Best to wait.
	+	* Q: Deductor refuses to file TDS return — what to do? — File complaint at TDS-CPC (1800-103-0344) + RTI to deductor's AO + Income Tax penalty proceedings.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Full RTI playbook — all 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status tds refund status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(pm-kisan status, pm kisan beneficiary status, pm kisan installment status, ekyc status, farmer id check)
	+	metatag-description=(Check PM-KISAN at pmkisan.gov.in with farmer ID, Aadhaar, or mobile. Plus how to fix %%eKYC%%, why your installment may have stopped, and RTI for missed Rs. 6,000.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check PM-KISAN beneficiary status + installment history (2026) ======
	+
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Visit pmkisan.gov.in → Farmers Corner → Beneficiary Status → enter Aadhaar / Account Number / Mobile. Status shows installments paid, %%eKYC%% completion, land-record linkage. Each installment is Rs. 2,000 (3 per year = Rs. 6,000/year). %%eKYC%% has been mandatory since 2022 — without it, payments stop.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| Aadhaar number OR Bank account number OR Registered mobile \|
	+	\| Official portal \| [[https://pmkisan.gov.in\|pmkisan.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Mobile app \| PM-KISAN Mobile (Android — for face-auth %%eKYC%%) \|
	+	\| %%eKYC%% methods \| OTP (mobile-Aadhaar) · Biometric (CSC) · Face-auth (mobile app) \|
	+	\| Per-installment \| Rs. 2,000 (3/year, every 4 months) \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 155261 / 011-24300606 / 1800-115-526 (toll-free) \|
	+	\| Email \| pmkisan-ict@gov.in \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| PM-KISAN Operational Guidelines 2019 + 2023 amendment \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Visit pmkisan.gov.in → Farmers Corner.
	+	- Click Beneficiary Status → enter Aadhaar / Bank account / Mobile.
	+	- Status table shows: Farmer ID, Name, %%eKYC%% done?, Land-seeding done?, Installments released (each with date and amount).
	+	- Click %%eKYC%% if not done — three options: OTP-based (instant if Aadhaar mobile is active), CSC biometric (Rs. 15-50), or Face-auth via PM-KISAN mobile app (free, instant).
	+	- For land-seeding, contact your Patwari/Talati — they upload your land details to the PFMS database.
	+	- If installment is missed, check Status of Self-Registered/CSC Farmers for the rejection reason.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Ramappa, a 67-year-old farmer in Karnataka, hadn't received the Aug 2024 installment. He filed an RTI under §6 to the District Agriculture Officer asking (a) reason for missed installment, (b) %%eKYC%% status, (c) land-record linkage status, (d) officer to contact for rectification. Reply in 19 days flagged that his %%eKYC%% had expired (some states require annual re-verification). He completed face-auth on the PM-KISAN app in 5 minutes; missed installment + Dec 2024 installment both released together within 21 days.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* %%eKYC%% not completed — single biggest reason for stopped payments. Fix: do face-auth on PM-KISAN app (free, instant).
	+	* Income tax filer — automatic disqualification. Anyone who paid IT in any of last 2 AYs is excluded.
	+	* Pension > Rs. 10,000/month — disqualifies. Govt pensioners barred.
	+	* Constitutional post-holders — MPs, MLAs, ex-Ministers, judges barred.
	+	* Professional registration — doctors, engineers, CAs, lawyers, architects in active practice barred (Operational Guidelines).
	+	* Land record not seeded — Patwari hasn't uploaded your khasra/khatauni. Fix: physical visit + RTI if no action.
	+	* Aadhaar not linked to bank account — DBT fails. Fix: visit bank with Aadhaar.
	+	* Account dormant for 1+ year — bank account inactive. Fix: deposit Rs. 100, transactions revive.
	+	* Family land split — if your family land has been divided amongst heirs but record not updated, only one is eligible.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* Face-auth %%eKYC%% via PM-KISAN mobile app is the FASTEST method — 30 seconds, free, no biometric machine needed.
	+	* Aadhaar-based bank account is automatically detected — you don't need a separate seeding process if Aadhaar is bank-linked.
	+	* Status of Self-Registered Farmers has the precise rejection reason — most users skip this section.
	+	* Karnataka, AP, Telangana, Odisha add a state top-up to PM-KISAN (Rs. 4,000-12,000 extra/year). Check state-specific portals.
	+	* If you're a tenant farmer (not landowner), you're NOT eligible for PM-KISAN. Some states (Andhra) have separate "Rythu Bharosa" for tenant farmers.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	PM-KISAN: 155261 / 011-24300606 / 1800-115-526 · pmkisan-ict@gov.in · CSC helpdesk: 1800-3000-3468 · Twitter: @pmkisanofficial
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //District Agriculture Officer + Block-level Nodal Officer//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- farmer ID inclusion + %%eKYC%% status
	+	- last installment date
	+	- land-record linkage
	+	- reason for missed installment
	+	- projected disbursement
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-pmkisan-installment\|Read the full RTI guide for pmkisan installment]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How often is PM-KISAN paid? — 3 installments of Rs. 2,000 each per year (every 4 months — typically Apr-Jul, Aug-Nov, Dec-Mar).
	+	* Q: Can I get PM-KISAN if I have only 0.5 acres? — Yes — there's no minimum landholding. The earlier 2-hectare cap was removed in May 2019.
	+	* Q: What if my land is in joint family? — Each landholder family is treated as one unit. Only one nomination per family.
	+	* Q: I missed face-auth deadline. Can I still get back-installments? — Yes — once %%eKYC%% is done, missed installments release in 30-60 days as arrears.
	+	* Q: How is PM-KISAN different from PM-KISAN Maandhan? — PM-KISAN = Rs. 6,000/year cash transfer (current). Maandhan = pension scheme (Rs. 3,000/month after age 60, contributory).
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:pm-kisan:start\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-pmkisan-installment\|Full RTI for pmkisan installment]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:pm-kisan:start\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status pm kisan status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(eshram card status, eshram registration status, unorganised worker card, eshram check, uan eshram)
	+	metatag-description=(Check e-Shram at eshram.gov.in with UAN or mobile. Free for 38 cr unorganised workers. Plus what to do if registration failed or PMSBY/PMJJBY benefits delayed.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check e-Shram card status ======
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Visit eshram.gov.in → Already Registered → Login with UAN + DOB OR mobile + OTP. e-Shram card is free, lifetime-valid, and provides automatic enrollment in PMSBY (Rs. 2 lakh accident insurance) for unorganised workers.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| Aadhaar + Aadhaar-linked mobile + bank account \|
	+	\| Official portal \| [[https://eshram.gov.in\|eshram.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Cost \| Free (lifetime validity) \|
	+	\| Eligibility \| Unorganised workers aged 16-59 \|
	+	\| Auto-coverage \| PMSBY accident insurance Rs. 2 lakh \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 14434 (toll-free) \|
	+	\| Email \| eshram-care@gov.in \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| Unorganised Workers' Social Security Act 2008 \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Visit eshram.gov.in → Already Registered? → Update / Download Card.
	+	- Login with UAN (12 digits) + DOB OR mobile OTP.
	+	- Status shows: Active, Card Issued, Insurance Linked.
	+	- Download e-Shram card PDF (Aadhaar-OTP-protected).
	+	- For new registration: same portal → Self Registration → Aadhaar OTP → fill occupation + bank → card generated instantly.
	+	- PMSBY auto-enrollment confirmed via Insurance section of dashboard.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Ravi, a 34-year-old construction worker in Delhi, registered for e-Shram in 2022. After a workplace accident in 2024 (broken leg), he tried to claim PMSBY but the bank said his policy was inactive. He filed an RTI to State Welfare Department asking PMSBY enrollment status + reason for inactivation. Reply in 19 days flagged that his bank account had been dormant > 1 year, auto-deactivating PMSBY. He revived the account; PMSBY auto-renewed; partial-disability claim of Rs. 1 lakh processed within 60 days.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Aadhaar-mobile mismatch — OTP fails. Fix: visit UIDAI centre.
	+	* Bank account dormant — auto-deactivates PMSBY. Fix: regular small transactions.
	+	* EPFO/ESIC member — automatically excluded as "organised worker". Fix: surrender e-Shram if you join formal sector.
	+	* Government employee / income tax payer — disqualifies. Fix: not eligible.
	+	* Occupation code wrong — selected wrong category. Fix: update via portal.
	+	* Date of birth issue — system error. Fix: re-attempt with corrected DOB.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* PMSBY (accident insurance) auto-enrolls every e-Shram cardholder — Rs. 2 lakh death/permanent disability, Rs. 1 lakh partial disability — premium is FREE for first year.
	+	* No documents needed — only Aadhaar + mobile + bank. No income/occupation proof.
	+	* Migration tracking — e-Shram lets you log inter-state movement, which builds case for portable welfare benefits.
	+	* State welfare schemes layer on e-Shram — Maharashtra Bandhkam Kamgar Welfare Board, Tamil Nadu Tholilalar Nala Vaariyam — all extend additional benefits to e-Shram holders.
	+	* 38 crore registered as of 2026 — making e-Shram one of India's largest social security databases.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	e-Shram: 14434 (toll-free) · eshram-care@gov.in · CSC for offline help (Rs. 0)
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //State Labour Department + District Welfare Officer//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- card status by UAN
	+	- PMSBY enrollment + premium status
	+	- scheme benefits eligibility
	+	- pending welfare claims
	+	- reason for any deactivation
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Full RTI playbook — all 100+ scenarios]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: Who is eligible for e-Shram? — Unorganised workers aged 16-59 — domestic, construction, agriculture, gig, street vendors, etc. NOT EPFO/ESIC members or income tax payers.
	+	* Q: Is there any premium? — No — completely free, including PMSBY (which costs Rs. 12/year for general public).
	+	* Q: Do I get PMJJBY (life insurance)? — Not automatically. Apply separately via your bank (Rs. 436/year for Rs. 2 lakh life cover).
	+	* Q: Can I check status without UAN? — Yes — login with Aadhaar-linked mobile + OTP at eshram.gov.in.
	+	* Q: What if I lost my e-Shram card? — Re-download anytime from eshram.gov.in → Already Registered → Login → Download. Free, no fee.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Full RTI playbook — all 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
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