LPG Subsidy: An important update has come out for the families taking gas connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana. If the e-KYC of your LPG connection has not been completed yet, then complete it soon. Last date to get e-KYC done now 23 August 2026 It has been determined. In such a situation, waiting for the last date can prove costly.
Ujjwala beneficiaries get subsidy
Eligible consumers of Ujjwala scheme are given the benefit of subsidy by the government on LPG cylinders. Under the current system, eligible beneficiaries are required to undergo a prescribed number of refills in a year. Subsidy up to Rs 300 per cylinder Can get.
This is the reason why consumers are being advised to complete their verification on time regarding e-KYC. However, the benefit of subsidy is available only as per the eligibility of the scheme and applicable government rules.
Earlier the last date was 16th August
First regarding LPG e-KYC 16 August 2026 The deadline to complete the verification was given. Later it was increased to 23 August. This means consumers now have some extra time.
If your e-KYC is already complete, then check whether there is a need to do the process again or not from the official app of your respective LPG company or gas agency.
Aadhaar verification can be done through mobile also
There is no need to go to the gas agency every time for e-KYC. Aadhaar based face authentication facility is available through the official mobile app of LPG companies.
For this, the consumer will have to start the process with the details related to his LPG connection. During Aadhaar authentication, identity is verified through face.
How to do e-KYC sitting at home
- Install the official app of your LPG company in your phone.
- Login with your registered mobile number.
- Open the option related to Aadhaar authentication or e-KYC in the app.
- Start the process of Aadhaar verification by filling the requested information.
- for face authentication Aadhaar FaceRD App may be required.
- After completion of facial verification, check the status of e-KYC.
You can also get e-KYC done by going to the agency.
If there is any problem in doing e-KYC from mobile, then consumers can contact their gas agency or authorized LPG distributor. There the process of Aadhaar based biometric verification can be completed.
Do not wait for the last date (LPG Subsidy)
As the deadline of 23rd August is nearing, Ujjwala beneficiaries whose e-KYC is pending should complete this process soon. Also, avoid sharing information related to Aadhaar and bank on any unknown website or link. Use only the official channel of your LPG company for e-KYC.