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PM Kisan 2026: ₹6,000 Installment Date, Status Check, eKYC & Eligibility
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a Central Sector Scheme of the Government of India that provides income support to eligible landholding farmer families.
Under PM-KISAN, eligible farmer families receive ₹6,000 per year, provided in three equal installments of ₹2,000. The benefit is transferred directly to the bank account of the eligible beneficiary through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The official PM-KISAN portal confirms that the scheme is fully funded by the Government of India and has been operational since December 1, 2018.
For 2026, the official PM-KISAN portal states that the 23rd installment was released on June 20, 2026. Farmers should use the official portal to check their individual payment status rather than relying on unofficial installment-date claims.
This updated guide explains the PM-KISAN ₹6,000 benefit, 2026 installment information, eligibility, excluded categories, new farmer registration, eKYC, beneficiary status, payment problems, documents and official verification process.
Important: PM-KISAN is not a universal payment for every person who owns or cultivates agricultural land. Eligibility is determined according to the official scheme guidelines, land records and applicable exclusion criteria.
PM-KISAN 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme | Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi |
| Short name | PM-KISAN |
| Government | Government of India |
| Ministry | Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare |
| Annual benefit | ₹6,000 |
| Installments | 3 |
| Amount per installment | ₹2,000 |
| Payment method | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Beneficiaries | Eligible landholding farmer families |
| eKYC | Mandatory for registered PM-KISAN farmers |
| Application | Online registration available |
| Official portal | PM-KISAN |
What Is PM-KISAN?
PM-KISAN is a Central Sector income-support scheme for eligible landholding farmer families.
Under the scheme, an eligible family receives:
₹6,000 per year
The amount is divided into:
₹2,000 in the first installment
₹2,000 in the second installment
₹2,000 in the third installment
The money is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT. The official PM-KISAN portal states that State Governments and Union Territory administrations identify eligible farmer families according to the scheme guidelines.
PM-KISAN 2026 Installment Date
The government releases PM-KISAN installments periodically rather than guaranteeing one fixed calendar date every year.
The official PM-KISAN portal currently records the following 2026 installment:
| Installment | Status |
|---|---|
| 23rd Installment | Released on June 20, 2026 |
| Next installment | Release date to be confirmed through official announcement |
The 23rd installment was released on June 20, 2026, according to the official PM-KISAN website.
Farmers should therefore avoid relying on social-media posts or unofficial websites claiming a specific future payment date until the Government of India announces it.
How PM-KISAN Installments Work
The ₹6,000 annual assistance is normally divided into three installments of ₹2,000.
The payment cycle is generally organized around four-month periods.
However, the actual release date can be announced by the government separately, so the payment should be confirmed through the beneficiary status page.
PM-KISAN 23rd Installment
The 23rd installment of PM-KISAN was released on June 20, 2026.
If you are an eligible registered beneficiary but have not received the installment, do not assume that the scheme has stopped your payment.
First check:
PM-KISAN beneficiary status
eKYC status
Aadhaar details
Bank account information
Land-record verification
Payment status
Any eligibility or exclusion-related issue
The official portal's Know Your Status service provides payment information including payment status, bank name, UTR number, payment mode and credited date.
How Much Money Do Farmers Receive?
Eligible farmer families receive:
₹6,000 per year
The amount is paid in three installments:
₹2,000 + ₹2,000 + ₹2,000 = ₹6,000
The amount is financial support under the scheme and is not described as a loan.
Who Is Eligible for PM-KISAN?
PM-KISAN is intended for eligible landholding farmer families.
The official scheme information states that State Governments and UT administrations identify farmer families eligible for support according to PM-KISAN guidelines.
A farmer's eligibility therefore depends on the applicable government records and exclusion conditions.
Important factors include:
Landholding status
Land records
Family details
Aadhaar/identity verification
Bank account information
eKYC
Applicable exclusion criteria
Definition of Farmer Family
For PM-KISAN purposes, the family is defined as:
Husband, wife and minor children.
The official PM-KISAN portal uses this family definition when explaining the scheme.
This is important because PM-KISAN benefits are determined at the farmer-family level rather than simply giving ₹6,000 separately to every adult family member.
Is There a Land-Size Limit?
The scheme was initially designed for small and marginal landholding farmer families.
However, the eligibility framework was subsequently expanded to cover all eligible landholding farmer families, subject to the existing exclusion criteria.
Therefore, do not use the old "maximum 2 hectares" rule as the current universal eligibility condition.
The official government communication confirms that the scheme was extended to all landholding farmers irrespective of landholding size, subject to the exclusion factors.
Who Is Not Eligible for PM-KISAN?
PM-KISAN has specific exclusion categories.
According to the official PM-KISAN information, excluded categories include:
1. Institutional Landholders
Institutional landholders are excluded from PM-KISAN benefits.
2. Constitutional Post Holders
Former and present holders of certain constitutional posts are excluded.
3. Certain Ministers and Legislators
The exclusion includes specified former and present Ministers, Members of Parliament, Members of State Legislative Assemblies or Councils, Mayors of Municipal Corporations and Chairpersons of District Panchayats.
4. Certain Government Employees
Serving or retired officers and employees of specified Central or State Government ministries, departments, offices, PSUs, autonomous institutions and regular local-body employees are excluded, subject to the specific exceptions in the guidelines.
5. Certain Pensioners
Superannuated or retired pensioners receiving a monthly pension of ₹10,000 or more from the specified government categories are excluded, subject to the stated exceptions.
6. Income Tax Payers
Persons who paid income tax in the last assessment year are excluded.
7. Certain Professionals
Professionals such as:
Doctors
Engineers
Lawyers
Chartered Accountants
Architects
who are registered with professional bodies and actively practice their profession are included in the exclusion categories.
These exclusions are based on the official PM-KISAN scheme guidelines.
PM-KISAN Eligibility Is Not Based Only on Income
One common misconception is that PM-KISAN is simply an income-based farmer scheme.
That is not an accurate description.
Eligibility involves the official definition of a landholding farmer family and the applicable exclusion criteria.
Therefore, a farmer should not assume that low income alone guarantees PM-KISAN benefits.
Documents Required for PM-KISAN
Depending on the registration and verification process, farmers may need information or documents such as:
| Document / Information | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar | Identity authentication |
| Mobile number | Communication and OTP |
| Land records | Establishing landholding eligibility |
| Bank account details | DBT payment |
| IFSC/bank information | Payment processing |
| Family details | Beneficiary identification |
| Other state-required information | Verification |
The exact requirements can depend on the state and the farmer's registration status.
How to Register for PM-KISAN Online
The official PM-KISAN portal provides a New Farmer Registration facility.
Step 1: Open the Official PM-KISAN Website
Visit the official PM-KISAN portal.
Use only the government website for registration.
Step 2: Select New Farmer Registration
Choose:
New Farmer Registration
Step 3: Enter Aadhaar Number
The current official registration form asks for:
Aadhaar number
Mobile number
State
Captcha
The portal states that Aadhaar is authenticated with UIDAI and that registration can proceed after successful Aadhaar authentication.
Step 4: Complete Authentication
Follow the authentication instructions displayed by the portal.
Step 5: Enter Farmer Details
Provide the required:
Personal information
Address
Land details
Bank details
Family information
Step 6: Submit the Registration
Review the information carefully before submitting.
Incorrect information can create problems during verification.
Step 7: Save the Registration Details
Keep the registration number or other acknowledgement information for future status checks.
PM-KISAN eKYC
eKYC is mandatory for registered PM-KISAN farmers.
The current official PM-KISAN portal specifically states that eKYC is mandatory and that biometric-based eKYC is available through eligible CSC VLE logins, the PM-KISAN mobile application and authorized state-user logins.
Farmers should complete eKYC through an official channel.
How to Complete PM-KISAN eKYC
The available eKYC process can depend on the authentication method.
A farmer may be able to use:
OTP-based verification
Biometric authentication through an authorized CSC
PM-KISAN mobile application
Other officially supported authentication methods
Use the current instructions displayed on the official PM-KISAN portal.
Do not provide your OTP to an unknown person.
Why Is PM-KISAN eKYC Important?
eKYC helps the government verify beneficiary identity.
Incomplete or unsuccessful eKYC can affect the continuation of PM-KISAN benefits.
The official portal currently displays:
“eKYC is MANDATORY for PMKISAN Registered Farmers.”
How to Check PM-KISAN Beneficiary Status
Farmers can use the official Know Your Status facility.
Steps
Open the official PM-KISAN website.
Select Know Your Status.
Enter the required registration information.
Complete the displayed verification.
View your account and payment information.
The current official status page displays fields including:
Payment Status
Bank Name
UTR Number
Payment Mode
Account Credited
Credited On
Financial-year-wise eKYC information.
What Is the PM-KISAN Registration Number?
The registration number is associated with a farmer's PM-KISAN application/beneficiary record.
It can be useful when checking:
Application status
Payment information
eKYC status
Beneficiary details
Keep your registration information safely stored.
How to Check Whether ₹2,000 Was Credited
After an installment is released, farmers can check their PM-KISAN status through the official portal.
The status page can show:
Payment Status → Bank → UTR → Payment Mode → Account Credited → Credited On
This is more reliable than assuming that a payment has been credited based solely on a general installment announcement.
Farmers can also check their bank account statement to confirm the actual credit.
Why Has My PM-KISAN Installment Not Been Received?
Several issues can affect payment processing.
Common reasons include:
eKYC not completed
Aadhaar authentication issue
Incorrect bank details
Bank account problem
Land-record mismatch
Name mismatch
Beneficiary verification pending
Eligibility issue
Exclusion-related verification
Multiple family members receiving benefits incorrectly
State-level verification pending
The official PM-KISAN portal currently notes that certain suspected cases may have benefits temporarily withheld while physical verification is completed. Examples include land ownership acquired after February 1, 2019, and cases where more than one family member is receiving benefits contrary to the scheme rules.
PM-KISAN Name Mismatch
A mismatch between the farmer's details and government records can cause verification problems.
Check whether the following information is consistent:
Name
Aadhaar
Bank account
Land records
Family information
Registration details
If a correction is required, use the official PM-KISAN correction facility or contact the appropriate state/district agriculture authorities.
Bank Account Problems
If the installment is approved but does not reach the beneficiary, check the bank information associated with the PM-KISAN record.
Possible issues include:
Incorrect account number
Incorrect IFSC
Account closed
Bank account not eligible for the transfer
Aadhaar/bank mapping issue
Name mismatch
Payment rejection
Farmers should contact their bank and the appropriate PM-KISAN/state authority when necessary.
Land Record Verification
Land records are important for determining PM-KISAN eligibility.
A farmer's PM-KISAN record may require verification against state land records.
If land ownership information has changed, the farmer should ensure that the relevant government land records are updated.
PM-KISAN Beneficiary List
The PM-KISAN system provides beneficiary-related services through its official portal.
Farmers should use the current official search/status facilities rather than relying on third-party lists.
If your details do not appear, check whether:
Registration is complete
eKYC is complete
State verification has been completed
Land details have been verified
Any exclusion issue has been identified
New Farmer Registration vs Existing Beneficiary
These are different situations.
New Farmer
A person who believes they satisfy PM-KISAN eligibility requirements can use the official New Farmer Registration facility.
Existing Beneficiary
A farmer already registered under PM-KISAN should generally use the status, eKYC and correction services rather than submitting unnecessary duplicate registrations.
Can Tenant Farmers Get PM-KISAN?
PM-KISAN eligibility is based on the scheme's definition of an eligible landholding farmer family and the relevant land records.
Therefore, tenancy or cultivation alone should not be assumed to establish eligibility.
Farmers should check the official guidelines and state land records applicable to their case.
Can Farmers With More Land Receive PM-KISAN?
Yes, eligible landholding farmers are not currently restricted by the old two-hectare ceiling, because the scheme was expanded to cover all eligible landholding farmer families subject to exclusions.
However, owning agricultural land does not automatically guarantee payment.
The exclusion rules and official verification still apply.
Is PM-KISAN a Loan?
No.
PM-KISAN provides income support through DBT to eligible beneficiaries.
It is different from a loan or credit facility.
Farmers seeking agricultural credit may separately investigate schemes such as the Kisan Credit Card (KCC).
PM-KISAN and Kisan Credit Card Are Different
PM-KISAN:
Income support → ₹6,000 per year
Kisan Credit Card:
Agricultural credit facility → separate banking/credit scheme
A farmer may potentially qualify for both if the respective eligibility requirements are met.
Benefits of PM-KISAN
₹6,000 Annual Support
Eligible farmer families receive ₹6,000 per year.
Three Installments
The annual amount is divided into three ₹2,000 installments.
Direct Bank Transfer
The money is transferred through DBT to the beneficiary's bank account.
Nationwide Scheme
PM-KISAN is a Central Government scheme covering eligible farmer families across India.
Online Services
The official portal provides facilities including:
New farmer registration
Beneficiary status
eKYC
Payment information
Registration-related services
Other beneficiary services
Limitations of PM-KISAN
Farmers should understand that:
Not every farmer automatically qualifies.
Landholding status must satisfy the scheme requirements.
Exclusion categories apply.
eKYC is mandatory for registered farmers.
Land records may require verification.
Bank/payment information must be correct.
Government verification can affect payment.
The ₹6,000 amount is the annual benefit, not ₹6,000 per installment.
PM-KISAN 2026: Important Update
The official PM-KISAN website currently records that the 23rd installment was released on June 20, 2026. It also states that eKYC is mandatory for registered PM-KISAN farmers.
The portal further warns that certain suspected cases involving exclusion criteria can have benefits temporarily withheld pending physical verification.
Therefore, farmers should check their individual status instead of assuming that every registered farmer will automatically receive every installment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is PM-KISAN?
PM-KISAN is a Central Sector Government of India scheme that provides ₹6,000 per year to eligible landholding farmer families through DBT.
2. How much does a farmer receive?
Eligible farmer families receive ₹6,000 per year in three installments of ₹2,000 each.
3. When was the 23rd PM-KISAN installment released?
The official PM-KISAN portal states that the 23rd installment was released on June 20, 2026.
4. When will the next PM-KISAN installment be released?
The exact release date should be confirmed through an official Government of India announcement. Farmers should not rely on an unofficial date published without government confirmation.
5. Is eKYC mandatory for PM-KISAN?
Yes. The current official PM-KISAN portal states that eKYC is mandatory for registered PM-KISAN farmers.
6. Can I register for PM-KISAN online?
Yes. The official PM-KISAN portal provides a New Farmer Registration facility.
7. Is Aadhaar required for new registration?
The current official New Farmer Registration form requires Aadhaar authentication before proceeding with registration.
8. How can I check PM-KISAN payment status?
Use the official Know Your Status facility and enter your registration information. The portal provides payment and bank-account information.
9. Why has my ₹2,000 installment not arrived?
Possible reasons include incomplete eKYC, bank problems, land verification, incorrect information, eligibility issues or pending verification.
10. Can income-tax payers receive PM-KISAN?
Persons who paid income tax in the last assessment year fall under the scheme's exclusion criteria.
11. Are government employees eligible?
Specified serving or retired government employees and officers fall under the exclusion categories, subject to the exceptions stated in the official guidelines.
12. Can professional practitioners receive PM-KISAN?
Specified practicing professionals, including doctors, engineers, lawyers, chartered accountants and architects registered with professional bodies, fall under the exclusion criteria.
13. Can tenant farmers apply?
Eligibility is based on the official definition of eligible landholding farmer families and applicable land records. Tenant cultivation alone should not be treated as automatic eligibility.
14. Is there a two-hectare maximum land limit?
No. The scheme was expanded to all eligible landholding farmer families irrespective of landholding size, subject to the existing exclusion factors.
15. What if my land records are incorrect?
Contact the appropriate state revenue/agriculture authority to correct the underlying land records and then follow the applicable PM-KISAN correction or verification process.
16. Can more than one person in a family receive PM-KISAN?
PM-KISAN defines the beneficiary family as husband, wife and minor children. Multiple benefits within the same family can therefore create an eligibility issue if they violate the scheme rules. The official portal currently identifies such suspected cases for verification.
17. Is PM-KISAN a loan?
No. PM-KISAN is an income-support scheme and the ₹6,000 benefit is transferred through DBT to eligible beneficiaries.
18. Where should farmers check official PM-KISAN updates?
Farmers should use the official PM-KISAN website and its beneficiary services for registration, eKYC, status and payment information.
Official PM-KISAN Services
The official portal provides access to important services including:
New Farmer Registration
Know Your Status
eKYC
Beneficiary-related services
Payment information
Correction and support services
Farmers should avoid unofficial websites that request payment for PM-KISAN registration or promise guaranteed approval.
Disclaimer
This article is intended for general informational and educational purposes.
PM-KISAN eligibility, beneficiary verification, payment schedules, eKYC procedures, land-record requirements and exclusion criteria may be updated by the Government of India.
The ₹6,000 annual benefit and installment information should be verified through the official PM-KISAN portal before making decisions based on the scheme.
The official PM-KISAN website is the final authority for current beneficiary status, payment information, registration and government notifications.
Conclusion
The PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi Yojana provides ₹6,000 per year to eligible landholding farmer families through three installments of ₹2,000.
For 2026, the official PM-KISAN portal confirms that the 23rd installment was released on June 20, 2026. Farmers who have not received a payment should check their individual beneficiary status rather than relying on general installment announcements.
Completing eKYC, maintaining accurate land and bank information, and checking the official PM-KISAN status page are important steps for registered beneficiaries.
Farmers should also understand that PM-KISAN has specific exclusion categories. Income-tax payers, certain government employees and pensioners, institutional landholders and specified practicing professionals, among others, are excluded under the scheme rules.
For the latest installment announcements, registration, eKYC and payment status, always use the official PM-KISAN portal.
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