Kisan Card Phase 2

The Government of Pakistan had launched the Kisan Card Scheme for agricultural development and welfare of farmers, under which modern agricultural facilities, subsidies and financial assistance are provided to farmers.Following the success of this scheme, the government has formally launched Kisan Card Phase 2, increasing the number of applicants from 5 lakh to 7.5 lakh. This shows that the farming community is taking great interest in this scheme and is registering in large numbers to benefit from it. Kisan Card Phase 2

Key points of Kisan Card Phase 2

The following key features of Kisan Card Phase 2 include:

Increase in financial assistance: The government has increased further subsidies and loan facilities for farmers.

More applicants: The first phase benefited 5 lakh farmers, while the second phase has increased the number to 7.5 lakh.

Digital Registration: The government now offers farmers the opportunity to register through a modern digital method.

Agricultural Facilities: Subsidies are being provided on fertilizers, seeds, agricultural chemicals and modern machinery.

Partnership with Ehsaas Program: The government has decided to provide more benefits to farmers by collaborating with Ehsaas Program and other welfare schemes.

Benefits of Kisan Card

Farmers holding Kisan Card can avail the following benefits:

Cheap Agricultural Loans: Farmers are being given loans on easy terms.

Subsidy on Seeds and Fertilizers: Government subsidy on fertilizers and seeds is being provided to registered farmers.

Purchase of Agricultural Machinery: Farmers can get modern agricultural equipment and machinery at concessional rates.

Digital Payment System: All financial assistance and subsidies are transferred directly to the farmers’ accounts.

Eligibility Criteria for Kisan Card Phase 2

• If you want to apply for Kisan Card Phase 2, the following conditions must be met:
• Must be a Pakistani citizen.
• Must be the owner of agricultural land or a certified farmer.
• Must have a National Identity Card (CNIC) registered in NADRA records.
• The farmer should have a clear record of loans related to any bank.
• Must not be previously registered in any provincial or federal scheme for agriculture.

Kisan Card Phase 2 Registration Method

The registration process for Kisan Card has been made extremely easy. Farmers can submit their application online and through mobile SMS.

1. Registration through web portal

• Visit the government’s Kisan Card website.
• Click on the “Submit New Application” button.
• Provide your personal information, CNIC number, and agricultural land details.
• After completing the form, click on the Submit button.
• The authorities will confirm your application within a few days and notify you.

2. Registration through SMS

• If you do not have internet access, you can also register through SMS:
• Go to your mobile’s Message Box.
• Write your CNIC number.
• Send it to 8070.
• After receiving the confirmation message, follow the next steps.

Why did the number of applicants for Kisan Card Phase 2 increase?

Some of the main reasons why the number of applicants for increased from 5 lakh to 7.5 lakh are as follows:

• Farmers got real benefits in the first phase, due to which more farmers are registering in the second phase.
• Government incentives have increased to increase agricultural production.
• Bank loans and subsidy facilities have improved.
• The government has introduced an easy digital registration system.
• Due to the awareness among the farming community, more people are turning to this program to benefit from it.

Current status of Kisan Card distribution

The Government of Pakistan has distributed Kisan Cards to hundreds of thousands of farmers. The Government of Pakistan has already received over 7.5 lakh applications underand continues to process new registrations. It aims to issue Kisan Cards to more farmers by the end of March 2025.

Conclusion

With the launch of , a large number of farmers have registered. This scheme is transforming Pakistan’s agricultural sector by ensuring farmers have access to affordable fertilizers, seeds, agricultural machinery, and subsidies. If you haven’t applied for a Kisan Card yet, apply now and benefit from this excellent government initiative.

“Development of farmers, development of the country!”