LPG e-KYC 2026 is the Aadhaar authentication of your LPG consumer record — and in Andhra Pradesh it is what keeps the Deepam 2.0 free-cylinder subsidy flowing. Deepam 2.0 gives 3 free LPG cylinders a year to eligible families, and the subsidy is refunded to your Aadhaar-linked bank account. This guide explains what LPG e-KYC is, the three ways to do it, and how to check your subsidy status.
Key Facts
| Scheme | LPG e-KYC 2026 (Deepam 2.0) |
| What it is | Aadhaar authentication of your LPG record |
| Free cylinders | 3 a year — one in each four-month block |
| Who gets it | White rice card; connection in woman’s name |
| How to do e-KYC | Distributor biometric, LPG app, Aadhaar OTP |
| What you need | Aadhaar, consumer number, mobile, bank account |
| Subsidy status | GSWS-NBM portal and mylpg.in |
| Watch out for | Never pay an agent or share an OTP |
Deepam 2.0: 3 Free LPG Cylinders a Year
Deepam 2.0 has been running since 31 October 2024. It gives 3 free LPG cylinders a year, one in each four-month block — April to July, August to November, and December to March. Under G.O.Ms.No.12 dated 25.10.2024, for subsequent years the 3 free cylinders are supplied once in 4 months, one cylinder per block. The Budget for 2026-27 put Rs.2,601 crore aside for the scheme, so the benefit is funded for the year.
| Block | Free Cylinders |
|---|---|
| April to July | 1 |
| August to November | 1 |
| December to March | 1 |
| Total per year | 3 |
Who Gets Deepam 2.0
- The family holds a white rice card.
- The domestic LPG connection is in the woman’s name.
The subsidy is refunded to the Aadhaar-linked bank account after the cylinder is delivered. If the connection is in a man’s name or the family has no white rice card, the subsidy does not apply — the connection and the card are the two conditions that matter.
What Is LPG e-KYC 2026?
LPG e-KYC is Aadhaar authentication of your LPG consumer record. It links your Aadhaar to your LPG connection and keeps your records accurate, so the subsidy goes to the right person and the right bank account. If e-KYC is not done, your subsidy can stop, and account updates can be delayed.
How to Do LPG e-KYC 2026: 3 Ways
1. At your LPG distributor (biometric)
Visit your LPG distributor with your Aadhaar card and consumer number. The distributor completes Aadhaar authentication with your fingerprint (biometric). Take your registered mobile number with you — the one linked to your Aadhaar — so any OTP that comes can be read at once.
2. On the oil company app or website
Log in to your LPG company’s app or website with your consumer number or registered mobile number, open the KYC or Aadhaar verification section, and follow the steps shown there. The three companies are Indane (Indian Oil), HP Gas and Bharatgas.
3. With an Aadhaar OTP
Where your LPG company offers it, e-KYC can be done with an OTP sent to the mobile number linked to your Aadhaar. Enter the OTP on the app or website and the KYC is done. This works only if the mobile number on your Aadhaar is active and with you — an OTP sent to a number you no longer use cannot be read.
Do not pay an agent for e-KYC, and never share an OTP with anyone who calls or messages you. The distributor and the oil companies do e-KYC free, and no official will ever ask for your OTP.
What You Need for e-KYC
- Aadhaar card
- LPG consumer number
- Registered mobile number, active for OTP
- Aadhaar-linked bank account
Keep these four ready before you start, whichever way you do e-KYC. The most common delay is a mobile number that no longer works — if your Aadhaar-linked number has changed, update it at an Aadhaar centre first.
How to Check Deepam Subsidy Status
- Open the GSWS-NBM portal at https://gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in.
- Choose the Deepam subsidy status option.
- Enter your Aadhaar number and LPG consumer details.
You can also check the subsidy transfer history on MyLPG at https://www.mylpg.in — it shows the subsidy paid into your bank account for each cylinder. If the portal shows the subsidy was sent but your account does not show it, check your Aadhaar-bank seeding first.
If Your Subsidy Has Not Come
If your subsidy has not come, check three things in order. First, is your LPG e-KYC done? If not, do it at your distributor or on the oil company app. Second, is your Aadhaar linked to your bank account? If the seeding points to a closed or wrong account, the subsidy goes there instead. Third, check the status on the GSWS-NBM portal to see whether the subsidy was released at all.
LPG e-KYC 2026: Why Your Subsidy Can Stop Without It
The subsidy chain has three links: your LPG consumer number, your Aadhaar, and your bank account. LPG e-KYC is what joins the first two together. If any link is broken — no e-KYC, a wrong Aadhaar, a bank account that is not seeded — the subsidy cannot reach you, even though the cylinder was delivered.
A change in your details can break the chain too. If you change your mobile number, your name spelling or your bank account, update the same details on your LPG record and your Aadhaar, or the next subsidy will go to the old details. The Deepam 2.0 scheme guide explains the benefit in full: https://unqinformation.com/deepam-2-0-scheme-3-free-lpg-cylinders-a-year-eligibility-subsidy-refund-status-check/
LPG e-KYC 2026: Common Problems and Fixes
OTP not received. LPG e-KYC 2026 by OTP only works if the mobile number on your LPG record matches the number linked to your Aadhaar. If the numbers do not match, update the mobile number on your Aadhaar at an Aadhaar centre, then try again.
Biometric mismatch. If the distributor’s machine does not read your fingerprint, try another finger, or clean and dry your hands and try again. If it still fails, update your fingerprints at an Aadhaar centre — worn fingerprints are the usual cause, and the centre can record them again.
Subsidy went to the wrong account. Check your Aadhaar-bank seeding on https://uidai.gov.in/ and the NPCI mapper at https://www.npci.org.in/ — the subsidy goes to whichever account is mapped. If the mapping is wrong, ask your bank to correct it. The Deepam status guide explains how to check each cylinder’s subsidy: https://unqinformation.com/deepam-2-0-status-check-how-to-know-if-your-free-cylinder-subsidy-was-credited/ and the subsidy-not-received guide is here: https://unqinformation.com/lpg-subsidy-not-received/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LPG e-KYC 2026?
It is the Aadhaar authentication of your LPG consumer record. It links your Aadhaar to your LPG connection so the Deepam 2.0 subsidy reaches the right bank account.
Do I have to pay for e-KYC?
No. E-KYC is free at your distributor and on the oil company app or website. Never pay an agent and never share an OTP.
How many free cylinders does Deepam 2.0 give?
Three a year — one in each four-month block: April to July, August to November, and December to March.
Who can get the free cylinders?
A family with a white rice card whose domestic LPG connection is in the woman’s name.
Where do I check my subsidy status?
On the GSWS-NBM portal, https://gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in, or on MyLPG, https://www.mylpg.in, which shows the subsidy paid for each cylinder.
My fingerprint is not read. What do I do?
Try another finger, or update your fingerprints at an Aadhaar centre. Worn fingerprints are the usual cause.
Conclusion
LPG e-KYC 2026 is a small job that keeps a large benefit running: three free cylinders a year under Deepam 2.0, with the subsidy refunded to your Aadhaar-linked bank account. Do the e-KYC at your distributor or on your LPG company’s app, keep your Aadhaar, mobile number and bank account in order, and check the status on the GSWS-NBM portal at https://gsws-nbm.ap.gov.in if a subsidy does not arrive.
Read also: Deepam 2.0 Scheme · Deepam 2.0 Status Check · LPG Subsidy Not Received
Last updated: November 2026
Venkatesh is the Content Lead and Researcher at UNQ Information. He researches government schemes, pension programs, citizen services, and welfare initiatives related to Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. He regularly publishes updates and educational content to help readers understand eligibility criteria, required documents, application procedures, benefit details, and important government announcements in a simple and easy-to-understand format.