The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a Central Sector Scheme launched by Government of India to provide direct income support to eligible landholding farmer families. Under the scheme, eligible farmers get ₹6,000 per year in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each which are transferred directly to their bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The scheme has been operational since 1st December, 2018 and is fully funded by the Central Government.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi 2026: Key Highlights
- Annual Assistance: ₹6,000 per eligible farmer family
- Instalment Amount: ₹2,000
- Payment Frequency: Three instalments every four months
- Payment Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
- Beneficiary: Eligible landholding farmer families
- e-KYC: Mandatory for registered beneficiaries
- Latest Instalment: 23rd instalment released on 20 June 2026
- 23rd Instalment Coverage: More than 9.44 crore farmers
- Official Portal: PM-KISAN Official Website
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Know about PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
PM-KISAN provides financial assistance to eligible landholding farmer families to supplement their financial requirements for agricultural inputs and other household needs. The benefit is provided irrespective of the size of eligible cultivable landholding, subject to the scheme’s eligibility and exclusion conditions.
The scheme treats husband, wife, and minor children as one farmer family. State and UT governments are responsible for identifying eligible beneficiaries using the relevant land and beneficiary records.
PM Kisan 23rd Instalment 2026
PM-KISAN 23rd installment released from Tarakeswar in Hooghly, West Bengal on 20th June, 2026. Transfers to more than 9.44 crore farmers (including over 2.18 crore women farmers) have amounted to more than ₹18,880 crore. With the current installment, the cumulative disbursements since the launch of the scheme crossed ₹4.46 lakh crore.
The official PM-KISAN portal shows 9,44,65,646 farmers benefited for the April–July 2026-27 period.
PM Kisan Instalment Cycle
The ₹6,000 annual assistance is divided into three payments:
| Instalment | Period Covered | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Instalment | April–July | ₹2,000 |
| 2nd Instalment | August–November | ₹2,000 |
| 3rd Instalment | December–March | ₹2,000 |
| Total | One Year | ₹6,000 |
The exact release date can vary, so farmers should check the official portal for the latest announcement rather than relying on unofficial dates.
PM Kisan Eligibility Criteria 2026
To receive PM-KISAN benefits, the applicant must satisfy the scheme’s prescribed conditions.
- Landholding Farmer: Must belong to a farmer family owning cultivable land as recorded by the concerned State/UT.
- Family Definition: The scheme considers husband, wife, and minor children as one family unit.
- Land Records: Eligibility is determined using the relevant land ownership records.
- Indian Farmer: The scheme is intended for eligible farmer families in India.
- e-KYC: Registered beneficiaries must complete e-KYC.
- Single Family Benefit: Multiple members of the same family cannot independently claim the benefit under the scheme.
Who Is Not Eligible for PM Kisan?
The scheme excludes several categories, including:
- Institutional landholders
- Present or former holders of specified constitutional posts
- Present/former Ministers, MPs, MLAs and other specified elected representatives
- Serving or retired government employees, subject to the prescribed exceptions
- Pensioners receiving ₹10,000 or more per month, subject to applicable exceptions
- Individuals who paid income tax in the previous assessment year
- Practising professionals such as doctors, engineers, lawyers, chartered accountants and architects registered with professional bodies.
Documents Required for PM Kisan Registration
Farmers should keep their basic information and documents ready before registration:
| Document / Information | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar Number | Identity verification |
| Mobile Number | OTP and communication |
| Bank Account Details | Receiving DBT payments |
| Land Records | Verification of landholding |
| State/District/Village Details | Beneficiary identification |
The current official New Farmer Registration form requires the applicant’s Aadhaar number, mobile number, and State, with Aadhaar authentication before registration can proceed.
How to Apply for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi?
Eligible farmers can start registration through the official PM-KISAN portal.
Step-by-Step Registration Process
- Visit the PM-KISAN Official Portal.
- Go to Farmers Corner and select New Farmer Registration.
- Enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number, and State.
- Complete the required Aadhaar authentication.
- Enter the requested personal, bank, and land-related information.
- Submit the application for verification.
- After successful verification, eligible beneficiaries can receive the benefit through DBT.
Farmers can also approach the appropriate local authorities/CSC channels if they need assistance with registration or e-KYC.
e-KYC Is Mandatory
One of the most important things for existing PM-KISAN beneficiaries is completing e-KYC. The official portal states that e-KYC is mandatory for registered PM-KISAN farmers. OTP-based e-KYC is available through the portal, while biometric-based e-KYC is also available through CSCs and authorised channels.
How to Check PM Kisan Payment Status?
Farmers can use the official ‘Know Your Status‘ facility to view important payment information.
The status page can show details such as:
- Payment Status
- Bank Name
- UTR Number
- Payment Mode
- Account Credited
- Credited On
- e-KYC information
Check PM Kishan Beneficiary List
Farmers can also check whether their name appears in the PM-KISAN Beneficiary List through the official portal. This is especially useful for farmers who want to verify their inclusion before expecting an upcoming instalment.
Important Links
| PM-KISAN Official Portal | Check here |
| New Farmer Registration | Check here |
| Know Your Status | Check here |
| Beneficiary List | Check here |
| PM-KISAN Helpline | 155261 / 1800-11-5526 |
Final Words
The PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is still providing direct financial assistance to millions of eligible farmer families across India. The scheme has become an important source of income support for farmers with an annual support of ₹6,000, DBT payments and online facilities for registration and status checking.
Farmers must ensure that their e-KYC is done and personal, bank and land records are updated. Always visit the official PM-KISAN portal for registration, payment status or beneficiary list information and not any unofficial websites or agents.
