The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM Kisan) is a flagship scheme by the Government of India to provide financial support to small and marginal farmers. Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive ₹6,000 per year in three equal installments (₹2,000 each) directly into their bank accounts.
Launched in December 2018, the scheme aims to:
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Supplement farmers’ income for agricultural needs.
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Reduce dependency on loans.
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Ensure direct benefit transfer (DBT) without middlemen.
Official Website: https://pmkisan.gov.in/ *(Outbound Link 1 – Government Portal)*
2. PM Kisan Yojana 2025: Latest Updates
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17th Installment Expected Date: The next installment is likely to be released in July-August 2025 (as per previous trends).
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eKYC Mandatory: Farmers must complete Aadhaar-based eKYC to receive payments.
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New Beneficiaries Added: Over 3 crore additional farmers included in 2024-25.
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State-wise Beneficiary List: Updated on the official portal.
For real-time updates, check: Amar Ujala PM Kisan News *(Outbound Link 2 – News Source)*
3. PM Kisan 17th Installment Expected Date
The government typically releases installments in:
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April-May (1st Installment)
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July-August (2nd Installment)
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November-December (3rd Installment)
Farmers can track the exact date on the PM Kisan Status Portal *(Outbound Link 3 – Status Check)*.
4. Eligibility Criteria for PM Kisan Yojana
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✅ Who Can Apply?
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Small & marginal farmers (landholding up to 2 hectares).
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Farmer families (husband, wife, and minor children).
❌ Who is Not Eligible?
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Institutional landowners.
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Taxpayers in the last assessment year.
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Professionals like doctors, engineers, and retired pensioners.
5. Documents Required for PM Kisan Registration
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Aadhaar Card
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Land Ownership Papers
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Bank Account Details (Linked with Aadhaar)
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Mobile Number (for OTP verification)
6. How to Apply for PM Kisan Online?
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Visit PM Kisan Official Website.
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Click “New Farmer Registration”.
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Enter Aadhaar, Mobile, and Land Details.
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Submit & Note Registration Number.
7. How to Check PM Kisan Beneficiary Status?
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Go to https://pmkisan.gov.in/.
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Click “Beneficiary Status”.
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Enter Aadhaar or Account Number.
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View Payment Status.
8. PM Kisan eKYC Process – Mandatory for Payment
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Visit PM Kisan eKYC Portal.
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Enter Aadhaar & Captcha.
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Verify via OTP/Biometric.
9. PM Kisan Payment Failed? Reasons & Solutions
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Incorrect Bank Details → Update in CSC.
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Pending eKYC → Complete Aadhaar verification.
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Land Records Mismatch → Contact District Agriculture Officer.
10. PM Kisan Helpline Number & Support
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Toll-Free Number: 1800-115-526
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Email: pmkisan-ict@gov.in
11. FAQs on PM Kisan Yojana
Q1. How much money will I get under PM Kisan?
Ans: ₹6,000 per year (₹2,000 every 4 months).
Q2. Can I apply offline for PM Kisan?
Ans: Yes, visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).
Q3. What if my name is not in the PM Kisan list?
Ans: Reapply with correct documents or contact the helpline.
Conclusion
PM Kisan Yojana is a transformative scheme supporting 12 crore+ farmers across India. Stay updated, complete eKYC, and ensure your details are correct to receive benefits seamlessly.
