The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme is a major initiative of the Government of India, which aims to provide financial assistance to the small and marginal farmers of the country. Under this scheme, an amount of ₹ 6,000 is given to eligible farmers in three equal installments every year. This amount is transferred directly to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries, which keeps transparency.
So far 19 installments have been released, and farmers are eagerly waiting for the 20th installment. This installment is likely to be released in June 2025. In this article, we will discuss the main things, process, eligibility and other important information of the scheme.
What is Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana?
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-Kisan) was launched in 2019. Its purpose is to provide financial assistance to small and marginal farmers so that they can meet their agricultural needs.
The main features of the plan:
| Properties | Description |
| Name of the scheme | Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana |
| Beginning date | 24 February 2019 |
| Beneficiary | Small and marginal farmer |
| Annual aid | ₹ 6,000 |
| Number of installments | Three (₹ 2,000 per installment) |
| payment process | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Eligibility | Indian citizens, farmers with cultivable land |
| official website | pmkisan.gov.in |
When will the 20th installment be released?
The 20th installment is expected to be released in June 2025. This will be the second installment of this year. The previous i.e. 19th installment was released on 24 February 2025. The government releases installments every four months.
Possible dates:
- 19th installment released: February 2025
- 20th installment possible: June 2025
- 21st installment possible: October 2025
Conditions required to get installment
To get the benefit of 20th installment, farmers have to complete some important tasks. If these tasks are not completed on time, then the beneficiary can remove the name from the list.
Important tasks:
- E-KYC:
- It is mandatory to complete the E-KYC process.
- You can complete it by visiting the PM-Kisan portal or nearby CSC Center.
- Land verification:
- Farmers will have to get their land verified.
- Aadhaar-bank account linking:
- It is necessary to link the Aadhaar card to the bank account.
- Submission of correct documents:
- There is no mistake in the application process and all documents are correct.
Eligibility criteria
Only those farmers will get the benefit of the scheme who meet the following criteria:
- Farmers should be an Indian citizen.
- He should have cultivable land.
- The annual income of the family should not exceed ₹ 2.5 lakh.
- Members of family jobs are not eligible for this scheme.
How to check your name in the beneficiary list?
If you want to know whether your name is in the beneficiary list or not, then follow the steps given below:
- Go to PM Kisan Portal (PMKISAN.GOV.IN).
- Click on the “Beneficiary Status” option in the “Farmers Corner” section.
- Enter your registration number or Aadhaar number.
- Fill the captcha and click on “Gate Data”.
- The status of your payment will be seen on the screen.
How to do e-KYC?
Adopt the following steps to complete the e-KYC process:
- Go to the PM-Kisan portal.
- Choose the “E-KYC” option in “Farmers Corner”.
- Enter the Aadhaar number and click on “Search”.
- Enter OTP on registered mobile number.
- After the process is completed, E-KYC will successfully become.
Benefits of the scheme
- Small and marginal farmers get economic support.
- It helps in purchasing essential items for farming like seeds, fertilizers etc.
- Transparency is maintained by Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
- The rural economy is strengthened.
Keep important things in mind
- If you do not get E-Kyc or land verification done, then your installment can stop.
- Avoid any kind of mistake in the application.
- Get all the documents updated on time.
conclusion
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana has proved to be a major relief for the farmers of the country. This has not only strengthened their economic condition, but has also improved the agriculture sector.
If you are taking advantage of this scheme, then make sure that you have completed all the necessary procedures on time. This will bring your 20th installment to your account without any delay.
Disclaimer:
This article is written only for the purpose of providing information. Please get accurate information by contacting the official website or the concerned government department.
