🔥 Trending PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana: Latest Updates and Next Installment Details

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Yojana, a flagship scheme by the Indian government, continues to provide income support to eligible farmer families across the country. As of August 2026, several key updates and ongoing requirements are important for beneficiaries and prospective applicants.

PM-KISAN Scheme Overview

The PM-KISAN scheme, launched on February 24, 2019, with payments backdated to December 1, 2018, is a 100% centrally funded initiative. It aims to provide financial assistance to landholding farmer families by disbursing ₹6,000 per year in three equal installments of ₹2,000 every four months ³⁴. The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, oversees the scheme ¹².

Recent Developments and Installments

Scheme Extension

The PM-KISAN scheme has been extended for another five years, ensuring continued support for farmers ¹⁰. This extension underscores the government's commitment to the agricultural sector.

23rd Installment Released

The 23rd installment of the PM-KISAN Yojana was released on June 20, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi disbursed this installment from Hooghly, West Bengal, at 3:00 PM, with farmers across India receiving ₹2,000 in their bank accounts ⁹.

Mandatory e-KYC Requirement

e-KYC (electronic Know Your Customer) remains a mandatory requirement for all PM-KISAN beneficiaries to ensure transparency and prevent fraud ⁵⁶. The central government has extended the deadline for obligatory e-KYC to allow more farmers to benefit from the system ⁵.

How to Complete e-KYC:

Farmers can complete their e-KYC process through several methods:

• Online Portal: Visit the official PM-KISAN website (pmkisan.gov.in) and use the e-KYC option ⁸.
• OTP-based e-KYC: This can be done through the PM-KISAN portal ⁶.
• Biometric-based e-KYC: This requires visiting a Common Service Centre (CSC) ⁶.

Completing e-KYC is crucial for beneficiaries to continue receiving financial aid without interruption ⁶.

Checking Beneficiary Status and Other Information

Farmers can easily check their beneficiary status, installment details, and other scheme-related information through the official PM-KISAN portal ¹³⁸.

Steps to Check Status:

1. Visit the PM-KISAN official website: pmkisan.gov.in ¹⁸.
2. Navigate to the "Beneficiary Status" section ¹.
3. Enter your Aadhaar number, bank account number, or mobile number ¹.
4. View the status of your installments and other relevant details ¹.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the PM-KISAN scheme, farmers must meet specific criteria:

• They must be landholding farmer families ⁴.
• The scheme covers both small and marginal farmers ³.
• Certain categories of farmers, such as institutional landholders, government employees, income tax payees, and professionals (doctors, engineers, lawyers, CAs), are excluded from the scheme ⁸.

Registration and Application

New eligible farmers can register for the PM-KISAN scheme online through the official portal. The process typically involves providing land records, bank account details, and Aadhaar information ³⁸.

Helpline and Support

For any queries or assistance, farmers can utilize the PM-KISAN helpline numbers and email support available on the official website ⁸. The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare also provides contact details for support ².