The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a central government scheme launched in 2019 to provide income support to landholding farmer families in India. Under this scheme, the government provides ₹6,000 per year to farmers to help them purchase agricultural inputs while reducing their dependence on informal loans and credit sources.
Key Highlights of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana 2026
What is the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana?
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-KISAN) is a Central Government scheme launched to provide financial support to eligible farmer families across India. Under this scheme, farmers receive ₹6,000 every year directly into their bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
The amount is paid in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each during the financial year. The scheme was launched on 24 February 2019 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.
The objective of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is to provide income support to all landholding farmer families across India, supplementing their financial needs for purchasing inputs related to agriculture and allied activities, as well as meeting essential household expenses.
PM Kisan 23rd Installment Date — When Will It Come?
Based on the 4-month installment cycle and past trends, the PM Kisan 23rd installment is expected between June and July 2026. Once announced, beneficiaries who have completed e-KYC will receive ₹2,000 through DTB to a bank account linked to their Aadhaar.
To get the 23rd installment without delay, make sure:
- Your eKYC is complete
- Your Aadhaar is linked to your bank (NPCI seeded)
- Your land records are updated on the portal
- Your Farmer ID is created (in 14 mandatory states)
Important: Aadhaar-bank linking is NOT the same as NPCI seeding. PM Kisan money only goes to the account mapped in the NPCI mapper. Visit your bank branch and fill the "DBT / NPCI Aadhaar Seeding form" to fix this.
PM Kisan Installment Dates
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Installment
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Date Released
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Approx. Amount Disbursed
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Beneficiaries
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22nd Instalment
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13 March 2026
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₹18,640 crore
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9.32 crore
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21st Instalment
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19 November 2025
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₹18,000 crore
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9 crore
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20th Instalment
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2 August 2025
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₹20,500 crore
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9.7 crore
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19th Instalment
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24 February 2025
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₹22,000 crore
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9.8 crore
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18th Instalment
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5 October 2024
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₹20,000 crore
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9.4 crore
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17th Instalment
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18 June 2024
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₹20,000 crore
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9.3 crore
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16th Instalment
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28 February 2024
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₹21,000 crore
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9.4 crore
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PM Kisan Eligibility Criteria 2026
To get the ₹2,000 installment, the farmer must meet the following PM Kisan eligibility criteria:
Who is Eligible for the PM Kisan Scheme
- Landholding farmer families, including husband, wife, and minor children, who collectively own cultivable land as per state land records
- The land must be registered in the farmer's name in the state or revenue records before 1 February 2019
- The farmer must be an Indian citizen
- Aadhaar card is mandatory for all members
- Bank account must be active and linked with Aadhaar
- eKYC must be completed
- In 14 states, Farmer ID (Kisan Pehchaan Patra) is mandatory for new registrations
Special Rules
- Tenant farmers and sharecroppers are NOT eligible (only landowners)
- Urban farmers can apply if they have cultivable land in their name
- NRIs are not eligible
- For joint landholdings, the family is treated as a single unit — both husband and wife cannot get benefits separately
- Farmers who acquired land after 1 February 2019 are not eligible
States Where Farmer ID is Mandatory (As of 2026)
A unique Farmer ID under the AgriStack and Digital Agriculture Mission is now mandatory for new PM Kisan registrations in these 14 states:
Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh.
If you live in any of these states and have not yet got your Farmer ID, your 23rd installment can be delayed. Visit your nearest CSC or block-level agriculture office to apply.
PM Kisan Exclusion Category 2026 — Who Cannot Apply
Even if you own farmland, you are NOT eligible for this scheme if you fall in any of these categories:
Here are the categories of individuals/entities excluded from PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi benefits:
- Institutional Landholders — Companies, trusts, and registered societies that own agricultural land
- Constitutional Post Holders — Serving and former Presidents, Vice Presidents, Prime Ministers, Governors, Chief Ministers, and Judges
- Elected Representatives — Serving and former MPs, MLAs, Mayors of Municipal Corporations, and Chairpersons of District Panchayats
- Government Employees — Serving or retired employees of Central/State Government Ministries, PSUs, and local bodies (excluding MTS, Class IV, and Group D employees)
- Pensioners — Retired individuals receiving a monthly pension of ₹10,000 or more (excluding Group D, Class IV, and MTS retirees)
- Income Tax Payers — Families where any one member filed income tax in the previous assessment year
- Registered Professionals — Practicing Doctors, Engineers, Lawyers, Chartered Accountants, and Architects
- Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) — As defined under the Income Tax Act, 1961
- Fraudulent Registrants — Farmers who provided incorrect or false information at the time of registration
Note: If wrong information is submitted, the farmer will have to return the money along with penal action.
Documents Required for PM Kisan Registration
Keep the following documents ready before applying for the PM Kisan yojana:
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
- Bank Account Passbook with IFSC code
- Land Records — Khasra / Khatauni / Survey number / Khata number / 7/12 extract
- Citizenship Proof — Voter ID, Aadhaar, or domicile certificate
- Mobile Number linked with Aadhaar (for OTP)
- Passport-size photograph
- Farmer ID (mandatory in 14 states for new registrations)
Optional documents that may be asked for: NREGA job card, ration card, or PAN card.
How to Apply for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM Kisan Registration)
Farmers can apply for PM Kisan scheme through any of the following four methods:
- Online at PM Kisan Portal - Click "New Farmer Registration" under the Farmers Corner, enter your Aadhaar, mobile, state, and land details, then submit.
- At a CSC (Common Service Centre) - Carry your Aadhaar, bank passbook, and land records. The operator will register you online for a small fee.
- Through the PMKISAN GoI mobile app - Download from the Google Play Store app "New Farmer Registration," enter your Aadhaar number and captcha, submit your details, and use Face Authentication for identity verification.
- Through your village Lekhpal / Patwari / Krishi Sahayak - Submit a filled form with documents. They will upload it on the PM Kisan portal from their login.
Pro Tip: Keep Records
After registration, note down your registration number; you'll need it to check your status and complete eKYC.
PM Kisan e-KYC for Farmers
Every PM Kisan beneficiary must complete eKYC to receive the installment. Farmers can complete their PM Kisan eKYC through Aadhaar-based OTP authentication on the official PM Kisan portal, biometric authentication at a CSC centre, or Face Authentication through the PM KISAN GoI mobile app.
Beneficiaries should complete the PM-Kisan e-KYC status check and update process on the PM-Kisan portal before the next installment date to avoid any verification or authentication-related issues.
PM Kisan Beneficiary Status Check
You can do an installment status check using your Aadhaar number, mobile number, or registration number. Here is how.
Check Status by Registration Number
- Visit pmkisan.gov.in
- Click Know Your Status in the Farmers' Corner
- Enter your registration number and captcha
- Click "Get Data"
- Your latest installment status will appear
Check Status by Aadhaar Number
- On the same "Know Your Status" page, click "Know Your Registration Number."
- Enter Aadhaar number → get OTP → fetch registration number.
- Now use that registration number to check the full status
Check Status by Mobile Number
- Click "Know Your Registration Number"
- Choose the "Mobile Number" option
- Enter the mobile linked to your PM Kisan account
- Verify with OTP and get your registration number
PM Kisan Beneficiary List 2026 — How to Check
The PM Kisan beneficiary list is the official village-level list of farmers who will receive the installment. Here is how to check your name.
- Visit pmkisan.gov.in
- Go to the Beneficiary List page on the PM-Kisan portal.
- Select your State → District → Sub-District → Block → Village and click on ‘Get Report’ button.
- PM-Kisan beneficiary status will be displayed
If farmer’s name is missing in the list, it may be due to:
- Incomplete e-KYC
- Bank account not seeded with Aadhaar
- Land record verification pending
How to Update Your Details in the PM Kisan Portal
If your details are wrong, you can update them online through the "Updation of Self-Registered Farmers" option in the Farmers Corner.
How to Update Aadhaar / Name Correction
- Go to pmkisan.gov.in
- Click "Edit Aadhaar Failure Record"
- Enter registration number
- Correct your name as per Aadhaar
- Submit
How to Update Mobile Number
- Log in with your registration number
- Update mobile number under "Updation of Self-Registered Farmers."
- Verify with OTP
How to Update Bank Account Details
- Log in to the PM Kisan Portal and go to “Updation of Self-Registered Farmers.”
- Enter the new bank account number and IFSC code
- Make sure the new account is also Aadhaar-NPCI seeded
How to Update Land Records
- Land record updates cannot currently be done online by farmers
- Visit Lekhpal / Patwari / Talati in your village
- Submit Khasra / Khatauni / 7-12 record
- They will update the portal from their login
PM Kisan Refund — Who Has to Return Money?
If you wrongly received scheme funds (for example, you fall under the exclusion category but still got installments), the government can ask for the money back.
Who is Being Asked for a Refund
- Income taxpayers who hid their tax status
- Government employees above Group D
- Pensioners with a monthly pension of above ₹10,000
- Farmers who gave fake land records
How to Pay Back Online
- Visit pmkisan.gov.in
- Go to the "Online Refund" option
- Enter registration number / Aadhaar
- Use Bharat Kosh or net banking to pay back
- Save the receipt
Consequences of Non-Payment
- Future installments will be blocked
- Recovery action can be taken under government rules
- Penalty under the relevant law
PM Kisan Mobile App — Features & Download
The PM Kisan GoI mobile app makes everything easier for farmers.
How to Download
- Open Google Play Store (Android)
- Search for "PM Kisan GoI"
- Download the official app published by NIC
- iOS users can search "PM Kisan" in the App Store
Main Features
- New Farmer Registration
- Beneficiary Status Check
- eKYC (OTP and Face Authentication)
- View Installment History
- Edit Self Registration Details
- View Beneficiary List
- Check Land Seeding Status
- Update Mobile Number
- Helpline and Grievance Contact
PM Kisan Helpline Number & Grievance Redressal
If you face any problem with the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, use these official channels:
Toll-Free Helpline Numbers
- 155261 (Main helpline)
- 1800-11-5526 (Toll-Free)
- 011-24300606 (Landline)
Email
- pmkisan-ict@gov.in (for general queries)
- pmkisan-funds@gov.in (for payment-related)
Online Grievance Portal
- Visit pmkisan.gov.in → "Voluntary Surrender / Grievance"
- Or use the Kisan e-Mitra Chatbot for instant help in 11 languages
District-Level Help
- Grievance Redressal Monitoring Committee in every district
- Reach out to the Agriculture Officer or the DC Office
PM Kisan Latest News & Updates 2026
Below are the latest PM Kisan updates and important announcements for farmers in 2026:
- 22nd installment released on 13 March 2026 from Guwahati — ₹18,640 crore to 9.32 crore farmers
- 23rd installment expected in June–July 2026
- Farmer ID has been made mandatory for new registrations in 14 states under AgriStack initiatives.
- Face Authentication eKYC launched for farmers without an Aadhaar-linked mobile
- Budget 2026–27 allocated ₹60,000 crore for PM-KISAN
- Over ₹4.27 lakh crore disbursed since launch
- 1.13 crore ineligible names removed in the past year through AI-based verification
- Special focus on women farmers — 2.15 crore women received the 22nd installment
For the latest updates, always visit the official portal pmkisan.gov.in or call 155261.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes based on the latest information available as of May 2026. For official confirmation, always refer to pmkisan.gov.in.
