PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana 2025: A to Z Details
A – About the Scheme
PM-KISAN is a Central Sector scheme, fully funded by the Government of India, aimed at supplementing the financial needs of small and marginal farmers for agricultural inputs and household expenses.
B – Benefits
- Financial Aid: ₹6,000 per year per farmer family.
- Installments: Three equal payments of ₹2,000, disbursed every four months (typically February, June, October).
- Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.
C – Current Status (March 19, 2025)
- 19th Installment: Released on February 24, 2025, transferring ₹22,000 crore to 9.8 crore farmers.
- 20th Installment: Expected in June 2025 (tentative, based on four-month cycle).
- Total Disbursed: Over ₹3.68 lakh crore across 19 installments to date.
D – Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory for e-KYC and payment).
- Bank Account Details (linked to Aadhaar).
- Land Ownership Documents (up to 2 hectares).
- Registered Mobile Number.
- Passport-size photograph.
- Identity proof (e.g., Voter ID).
E – Eligibility Criteria
- Landholding: Farmers with cultivable land up to 2 hectares (revised in 2019 to include all eligible farmers, not just small/marginal initially).
- Family Definition: Husband, wife, and minor children.
- Residency: Indian citizens (rural or urban).
- Exclusions:
- Institutional landholders.
- Former/present holders of constitutional posts (e.g., MPs, MLAs, Ministers).
- Serving/retired government employees (except Multi-Tasking Staff/Class IV/Group D).
- Pensioners with ₹10,000+ monthly pension.
- Income Tax payers (in the last assessment year).
- Professionals (doctors, engineers, lawyers) with active registration.
- Mandatory: Aadhaar-linked bank account and completed e-KYC.
F – Features
- No application fee.
- Year-round registration with periodic payment cycles.
- e-KYC mandatory since 2022 for continued benefits.
G – Goals/Objectives
- Ensure financial stability for farmers.
- Reduce dependency on moneylenders.
- Support agricultural productivity and rural development.
H – How to Apply
- Online:
- Visit pmkisan.gov.in.
- Click “New Farmer Registration” under “Farmers Corner.”
- Enter Aadhaar number, mobile number, and captcha.
- Fill in details, upload documents, and submit.
- Offline:
- Approach local Patwari/Revenue Officer or Nodal Officer (appointed by State/UT).
- Submit documents at Common Service Centers (CSCs) for a nominal fee.
I – Installment Schedule (2025)
- 19th: February 24, 2025 (confirmed).
- 20th: June 2025 (tentative).
- 21st: October 2025 (tentative).
J – Job Impact
Supports over 12 crore farmers, enhancing rural livelihoods and agricultural investment.
K – Key Updates (2025)
- e-KYC compliance strictly enforced; non-compliance halts payments.
- Recovery of ₹335 crore from ineligible beneficiaries underway (as of December 2024).
L – Last Date
- No fixed deadline for registration; apply anytime to join the next installment cycle.
- e-KYC must be updated before each installment.
M – Monitoring Payment Status
- Visit pmkisan.gov.in.
- Go to “Farmers Corner” > “Beneficiary Status.”
- Enter Aadhaar number, mobile number, or registration number.
- Verify with OTP; view status (credited/pending/rejected).
N – Notification
- Latest: 19th installment announced by PM Narendra Modi in Bhagalpur, Bihar, on February 24, 2025.
- Check pmkisan.gov.in for updates.
O – Official Website
- Primary Portal: pmkisan.gov.in
- Helpline: 155261, 011-24300606, or email at [email protected].
P – Payment Status Issues
- Pending: Aadhaar not linked, e-KYC incomplete.
- Rejected: Ineligibility (e.g., IT payer, government employee).
- Action: Contact local agriculture officer or CSC.
Q – Quick Facts
- Launched: December 1, 2018.
- Budget: ₹75,000 crore annually.
- Beneficiaries: ~12 crore farmers registered; 9.8 crore active for 19th installment.
R – Registration Process
- Online via pmkisan.gov.in or offline through CSCs/local officers.
- Requires Aadhaar authentication and land records.
S – Selection Process
- States/UTs identify eligible farmers using land records.
- Verified via Aadhaar, PFMS, and Income Tax Department integration.
T – Table of Eligibility & Payment
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligible Farmers | Landholders up to 2 hectares |
| Annual Payment | ₹6,000 (₹2,000 x 3 installments) |
| Payment Mode | DBT to Aadhaar-linked account |
| Exclusions | Govt. employees, IT payers, etc. |
| Status Check | pmkisan.gov.in (Farmers Corner) |
U – Updates (2025)
- 19th installment disbursed; 20th expected in June.
- Mandatory e-KYC via OTP, biometric, or face authentication.
V – Verification
- e-KYC: OTP-based (portal/app), biometric (CSC), or face authentication (mobile app).
- Land records cross-checked by State/UT governments.
W – Who Can Apply
- Small and marginal farmers with cultivable land.
- Excludes high-income groups, government employees, and institutional holders.
X – X-Factor
- Direct DBT ensures transparency.
- Focus on women farmers (2.41 crore benefited in 19th installment).
Y – Yearly Disbursement
- Three installments: February-May, June-September, October-January.
- 2025 target: Continue supporting 9-10 crore farmers per cycle.
Z – Zero Tolerance
- Ineligible beneficiaries (e.g., IT payers) face fund recovery; ₹335 crore reclaimed by December 2024.
Notes
- Payment Status: If not received, verify Aadhaar linkage and e-KYC completion. Use helpline or CSC for assistance.
- Eligibility Check: Cross-reference exclusions; update records if rejected.
- 2025 Outlook: 20th installment likely in June 2025; stay updated via pmkisan.gov.in.