PM Kisan is the biggest welfare scheme for farmers in India launched by the Government of India. The full name of this scheme is Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. Under PM Kisan, crores of farmers across the country get financial assistance of Rs. 6000 per year. This money is sent directly to the farmers’ bank accounts through DBT.
If you are also a beneficiary of PM Kisan or want to apply as a new farmer, then this article is very important for you. Here you will get complete information about PM Kisan 2026 new update, 21st installment date, benefits, eligibility, how to apply, e-KYC and beneficiary list check.
This article is specially written for Assam Job Zone readers for the year 2026.
What is PM Kisan Scheme 2026?
PM Kisan scheme was started on 24th February 2019 by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The main objective of this scheme is to provide income support to all landholding farmer families and to help them meet agricultural expenses.
Under PM Kisan, every eligible farmer family gets Rs. 6000 per year in 3 equal installments. Each installment is Rs. 2000. This amount is released every 4 months – April-July, August-November, and December-March. The scheme is 100% funded by the Central Government.
Till now, 20 installments of PM Kisan have been released. The 20th installment was released on 2nd August 2025. Now all farmers are waiting for PM Kisan 21st Installment.
PM Kisan 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana 2026 |
| Commonly Known As | PM Kisan |
| Launched By | PM Narendra Modi |
| Launch Date | 24th February 2019 |
| Benefit Amount | Rs. 6000 per year (Rs. 2000 x 3) |
| Beneficiary | All landholding farmer families |
| Money Transfer Mode | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Official Website | pmkisan.gov.in |
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Benefits of PM Kisan Yojana
PM Kisan has changed the life of small and marginal farmers. Here are the top benefits of PM Kisan:
- 1. Direct Money to Bank Account: The biggest benefit of PM Kisan is transparency. There is no middleman. Rs. 2000 is directly credited to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the farmer.
- 2. Help for Agriculture: With PM Kisan money, farmers can easily buy seeds, fertilizers, pesticides and other inputs needed for farming.
- 3. For All Farmers: Earlier, only farmers with up to 2 hectares of land were eligible for PM Kisan, but now the government has removed this limit. Now all farmers who have cultivable land in their name are eligible.
- 4. Financial Security: PM Kisan provides financial security to farmers. It helps farmers to avoid taking loans from moneylenders for small needs.
- 5. Fully Online and Transparent: The entire process of PM Kisan is online. You can check your name in the village-wise beneficiary list at pmkisan.gov.in. No need to visit any office.
Eligibility Criteria for PM Kisan 2026 – Who Can Apply?
To get the benefit of PM Kisan, you must fulfill the eligibility criteria set by the government.
Who is Eligible for PM Kisan?
- All landholding farmer families who have cultivable land in their name as per land records are eligible for PM Kisan.
- The farmer must be an Indian citizen.
- A farmer family includes husband, wife, and minor children who own cultivable land.
- For PM Kisan, e-KYC, Aadhaar linking with bank account, and Land Seeding (verification of land records) is mandatory.
- Small, marginal and large farmers are all eligible now.
Who is NOT Eligible for PM Kisan?
The following categories of farmers are excluded from PM Kisan:
- Institutional landholders.
- Farmer families in which one or more members belong to – Former and present holders of constitutional posts, former and present Ministers, MPs, MLAs, MLCs, Mayors, District Panchayat Chairpersons.
- All serving or retired officers and employees of Central/State Government Ministries/Offices/Departments and its attached offices, PSUs, and Government Autonomous Bodies (except Multi Tasking Staff / Class IV / Group D employees).
- All superannuated/retired pensioners whose monthly pension is Rs.10,000 or more (excluding Group D).
- All persons who paid Income Tax in last assessment year.
- Professionals like Doctors, Engineers, Lawyers, Chartered Accountants, and Architects registered with Professional bodies.
PM Kisan 21st Installment Date 2026 – When Will It Come?
The biggest question of every farmer is – When will PM Kisan 21st Installment come?
According to media reports and previous trends of PM Kisan, the 21st installment is expected to be released in October-November 2026. The government may release it before Diwali as a gift to farmers.
But remember, the installment of PM Kisan will be given only to those farmers whose e-KYC is complete, Land Seeding is Yes, and Aadhaar-Bank Account Seeding is Yes. If you have not completed these three things, your PM Kisan installment will be stopped.
| Installment | Date |
|---|---|
| PM Kisan 20th Installment | 2nd August 2025 – Released |
| PM Kisan 21st Installment | October-November 2026 – Expected |
So complete your e-KYC as soon as possible for PM Kisan.
How to do PM Kisan e-KYC? – Very Important
e-KYC is mandatory for PM Kisan. Without e-KYC, you will not get the next installment.
There are 2 ways to do e-KYC for PM Kisan:
1. OTP Based e-KYC (From Home):
- Visit pmkisan.gov.in.
- Go to Farmers Corner and click on e-KYC.
- Enter your Aadhaar Number and click on Search.
- Enter OTP received on your Aadhaar linked mobile number and submit. Your PM Kisan e-KYC will be completed.
2. Biometric Based e-KYC (At CSC Center):
- Visit your nearest CSC Center.
- Take your Aadhaar Card and tell them you want to do PM Kisan e-KYC.
- They will do biometric authentication and your e-KYC will be done.
How to Check PM Kisan Beneficiary List and Status 2026?
If you want to check whether your name is in the PM Kisan list or not, follow these steps:
To Check PM Kisan Beneficiary List Village Wise:
- Open official website pmkisan.gov.in.
- Click on Beneficiary List under Farmers Corner.
- Select your State, District, Sub-District, Block, and Village.
- Click on Get Report.
- The full list of your village for PM Kisan will appear. Search your name in it.
To Check PM Kisan Beneficiary Status:
- Click on Know Your Status or Beneficiary Status.
- Enter your Registration Number and Captcha.
- Click on Get Data. You can see all your PM Kisan installments, e-KYC status, Land Seeding status, etc.
How to Apply for PM Kisan as New Farmer?
If you are a new farmer and want to apply for PM Kisan for the first time:
- Go to pmkisan.gov.in and click on New Farmer Registration.
- Enter your Aadhaar Number, Mobile Number, State and verify with OTP.
- Fill your land details – Khasra Number, Khatauni Number, Area.
- Upload required documents – Aadhaar Card, Land Records (Jamabandi), Bank Passbook.
- Submit the form and note down your Application Number.
- After verification by Patwari and Agriculture Officer, your name will be added to PM Kisan beneficiary list.
Important Links for PM Kisan 2026
| New Farmer Registration | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Edit / Update Self Registration | Click Here |
| Status of Self Registered Farmer/ CSC Farmers | Click Here |
| Update Missing Information | Click Here |
| Know Your Status | Click Here |
| Update Mobile Number | Click Here |
| Online Refund | Click Here |
| Beneficiary List | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Install Android App | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs PM Kisan 2026
What is PM Kisan Yojana?
PM Kisan is PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, a Central Government scheme in which all eligible landholding farmer families get Rs. 6000 per year in 3 installments of Rs. 2000 directly in their bank account.
Who is eligible for PM Kisan 2026?
All Indian farmer families who have cultivable land in their name, have completed e-KYC and land verification are eligible for PM Kisan. Government employees and income taxpayers are not eligible.
When will PM Kisan 21st installment come?
PM Kisan 21st installment is expected in October-November 2026. The official date will be announced on pmkisan.gov.in. Only farmers with complete e-KYC will get it.
How to check PM Kisan Beneficiary List?
Go to pmkisan.gov.in > Beneficiary List > Select State, District, Block, Village > Get Report. You can see if your name is in PM Kisan list.
Why my PM Kisan money is not coming?
If your PM Kisan money is not coming, it may be due to incomplete e-KYC, Land Seeding No, Aadhaar-Bank Seeding No, or wrong documents. Visit CSC center and correct it immediately to get PM Kisan benefit.