The PM-KISAN Yojana provides an annual benefit of ₹6,000 to small and marginal farmers, helping support their agricultural needs and rural livelihoods. Beneficiaries across the country are now eagerly awaiting the 20th installment, which is expected to be released by July or August 2025.
To continue receiving payments under this flagship income support scheme from the Government of India, farmers must complete the mandatory e-KYC process.
About PM-KISAN Yojana
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Yojana is a major welfare scheme launched by the Government of India in December 2018. It offers direct income support of ₹6,000 per year to eligible farmer families. This amount is disbursed in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each, every four months.
The scheme aims to reduce the financial burden on farmers and help them cover farming and household expenses. With over 9.8 crore beneficiaries, PM-KISAN is one of the largest Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) schemes in the world. Farmers are now waiting for the upcoming 20th installment under the scheme.
20th Installment – Expected Date and Status
The 19th installment was credited in February 2025, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Bihar, benefiting over 9.8 crore farmers.
The 20th installment was expected to be credited on 18 or 19 July 2025, coinciding with the PM’s scheduled event in Motihari, Bihar. However, as of mid-July, the government has not announced the official credit date. Reports suggest that it might be released in late July or early August 2025.
Although delays are due to administrative processes, the installment amount and beneficiary list remain unchanged.
Key Features of PM-KISAN Yojana
- Purpose: Provide financial support to small and marginal farmers
- Benefit: ₹6,000 annually, released in three installments of ₹2,000 each
- Coverage: All cultivator farmer families owning cultivable land
- Mode of Transfer: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the beneficiary’s bank account
- Mandatory Requirement: Completion of e-KYC to remain eligible
Installment Information:
| Installment No. | Amount | Expected Release | Previous Release |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20th | ₹2,000 | July / August 2025 | February 2025 (19th Installment) |
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e-KYC Requirements
Completion of e-KYC is mandatory for all registered farmers. It can be done through:
- OTP-based authentication via the portal or mobile app
- Biometric authentication at Common Service Centres (CSCs)
- Face authentication via the official PM-KISAN app
Impact and Significance of PM-KISAN
- Ensures timely income support to millions of small and marginal farmers
- Reduces reliance on informal credit and supports investment in seeds, fertilizers, and machinery
- Strengthens the livelihood of rural households, especially women farmers, who are key beneficiaries
Conclusion
The PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi Yojana remains one of the strongest pillars of financial support for farmers in India. With the 20th installment expected shortly, eligible beneficiaries are advised to complete e-KYC and regularly check their beneficiary status.
This scheme not only uplifts the financial condition of farmers but also reinforces the nation’s commitment to agricultural growth and rural development. With the upcoming release cycle, crores of farming families are set to benefit, reaffirming PM-KISAN’s ongoing relevance in India’s development journey.