Key takeaways
The PM-KISAN scheme provides financial support to eligible landholding farmer families across India. Understanding the instalment schedule, eligibility requirements and payment process helps beneficiaries track their benefits.
- Eligible farmer families receive financial assistance of Rs. 6,000 annually under the PM-KISAN scheme.
- The annual assistance is paid in three equal instalments of Rs. 2,000 each.
- The amount is transferred directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
- Completing e-KYC is mandatory for registered beneficiaries to continue receiving scheme benefits.
- The Government of India administers the scheme through the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare for eligible landholding farmer families.
- PM Kisan 23rd instalment date 2026: The 23rd instalment was released on 20 June 2026. More than 9.49 crore farmers benefited, with over Rs. 18,984 crore released.
- PM Kisan 24th instalment date 2026: Beneficiaries can check the official PM-KISAN portal for the latest instalment updates and payment status.
Keeping bank details accurate and completing e-KYC can help beneficiaries maintain their records. Visit the official PM-KISAN portal to check beneficiary status, review payment details and access scheme announcements.