LPG KYC Update: Can the subsidy on gas cylinder be stopped? Will all gas consumers have to do biometric eKYC? Is eKYC necessary for those under Ujjwala scheme or not? Where will biometric e-KYC be held? What is required for eKYC?
LPG Biometric eKYC: If you also take advantage of the subsidy available on gas cylinders, then this news is of great use to you. The government has made a major change in the rules of gas subsidy. Now without biometric eKYC your subsidy may stop. Apart from this, the number of subsidized cylinders available annually has also been limited. In such a situation, it is important to understand which people need to get biometric eKYC done, when to get it done and what is the easiest way to complete it.
Why is eKYC necessary for gas cylinder?
The government is emphasizing on Aadhaar based biometric verification to deliver LPG subsidy to the right beneficiaries. Its purpose is to stop fake connections and to send the subsidy money to the right person’s account.
Will all gas consumers have to do eKYC?
No. If you are a normal LPG customer and have already completed eKYC, then there is no need to do biometric verification again. However, those who have not yet done eKYC should complete this process soon.
What are the rules for Ujjwala scheme people?
eKYC is more important for the beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY). To continue availing the subsidy under the scheme, beneficiaries may have to undergo Aadhaar based biometric verification at the prescribed time. Therefore, if your connection is under Ujjwala scheme, then definitely check the eKYC status from your gas agency.
How to do biometric eKYC for LPG cylinder?
- Visit your nearest LPG distributor or gas agency.
- Carry Aadhar card and LPG consumer number with you.
- Fingerprint or biometric verification will be done on the machine present in the agency.
- The eKYC process will be completed as soon as the details match.
- After receiving confirmation, your information will be updated in the records.
Keep these documents ready before getting eKYC done
Aadhar card
gas connection number
Registered mobile number
Bank account information (if needed)
How much subsidy is available?
How much subsidy is there on Ujjwala scheme and what mistake should not be made?
According to the new government rule, eligible families under the Ujjwala scheme currently get an assistance of ₹300 per cylinder on the first 4 refills. This means that you can get a total benefit of up to ₹ 1200 in a year. If you are eligible, it is important that your eKYC and bank details are updated. Many people postpone eKYC thinking that they will do it later, but if your information is not updated, then there may be difficulty in getting subsidy.