PM Kisan 21st Installment Released: The 21st installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana has officially been released, bringing huge relief to crores of farmers across India. Under this scheme, every eligible beneficiary farmer receives ₹6,000 per year in three installments of ₹2,000 each, directly into their bank account.
The latest installment has once again focused on ensuring direct income support, financial stability, and digital transparency for India’s agricultural community.
What’s Special About the PM Kisan 21st Installment?
- ₹2,000 has been credited to eligible farmers under DBT.
- Millions of farming families across the country have received the benefit.
- Payment is transferred only to farmers who have completed e-KYC and have verified land records.
- This installment highlights the government’s continuous commitment to empowering farmers with direct cash assistance, ensuring timely support during farming seasons.
Eligibility Criteria for PM Kisan 21st Installment
To receive the 21st installment, farmers must meet these updated conditions:
✔️ Eligible Farmers
- Must be a landholding farmer with cultivable land.
- Aadhaar must be linked with bank account.
- Mandatory e-KYC must be completed.
- Name on Aadhaar and bank records should match.
- Land records must be verified by state authorities.
❌ Not Eligible Farmers
- Institutional landholders
- Individuals paying income tax
- Government employees (except Class-IV workers)
- Professionals like doctors, engineers, CA, architects
- Farmers with incomplete or mismatched KYC documents
PM Kisan 21st Installment Payment Status – How to Check?
Farmers can easily check whether their ₹2,000 installment is credited or not by following these steps:
Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit the official PM Kisan portal – pmkisan.gov.in
- Scroll to “Farmer’s Corner”
- Click on “Know Your Status”
- Enter your Aadhaar number / mobile number
- Click Get Data
- Your payment status will appear:
- Payment Sent
- Payment Awaiting Verification
- Payment Failed
- Bank Account Not Valid
- e-KYC Pending
If your payment shows “Failed,” you must update your bank account or KYC details immediately.
Common Reasons Why PM Kisan 21st Installment Is Not Credited
Many farmers face issues in receiving their installment due to the following:
- e-KYC not completed
- Bank account not seeded with Aadhaar
- Incorrect IFSC or account number
- Land record verification pending
- Name mismatch in bank and Aadhaar
- Duplicate applications from same family
- Pending verification at the state agriculture department
Farmers should visit their nearest CSC Centre or Agriculture Office to resolve these issues.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | pmkisan.gov.in |
| Check Beneficiary Status | Check Beneficiary Status Here |
| e-KYC Portal | KYC Here |
| New Farmer Registration | Register Here |
| 21th Installment Released | Check Here |
Documents Required for PM Kisan Verification
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Passbook
- Mobile Number
- Land Records (7/12, 8A, Satbara, etc.)
- Voter ID or any address proof
- e-KYC confirmation slip (if updated)
Benefits of PM Kisan Scheme
The PM Kisan Yojana is one of the highest-impact agricultural support programs. It provides:
- Direct financial assistance of ₹6,000 per year
- Helps with seeds, fertilizers, irrigation, and crop inputs
- Reduces dependence on loans
- Ensures timely capital availability
- Encourages digital agriculture and transparent payments
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About PM Kisan Yojana – Complete Details
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-KISAN) is one of the largest Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) schemes in India, launched by the Central Government to provide financial assistance to landholding farmers. The main goal of PM-KISAN is to ensure minimum income support, reduce agriculture cost burden, and help farmers manage seasonal expenses without relying on loans.
What is PM Kisan Yojana?
PM Kisan Yojana is a central-sector scheme designed to provide ₹6,000 per year to every eligible farmer family in India.
This amount is paid in three equal installments of ₹2,000 every year.
The entire amount is transferred directly into the beneficiary’s bank account using the DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) system, ensuring transparency and eliminating middlemen.
Objectives of PM Kisan Yojana
The scheme aims to:
- Provide financial support to farmers during sowing and harvesting seasons
- Reduce dependency on informal loans
- Promote modern agriculture tools and inputs
- Help small and marginal farmers secure their crop investments
- Strengthen rural economic conditions
- Enhance farmer productivity and reduce crop failure risks
How PM Kisan Helps in Rural Economy
The scheme not only supports individual farmers but also strengthens rural development by:
- Increasing crop investment
- Supporting agriculture-based households
- Enhancing cash flow during critical farming periods
- Reducing loan dependency
- Boosting micro-level economic activity
It ensures stability for farmers, especially during crop failures or irregular monsoon seasons.
