PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi Yojana 20th Installment: Expected Date, Eligibility, and Key Updates
PM-KISAN 20th installment likely by late July or early August 2025. Farmers must complete e-KYC to receive ₹2,000 under this income support scheme.
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The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Yojana, a flagship income support initiative by the Government of India, is set to release its 20th installment soon. The scheme provides ₹6,000 annually to eligible small and marginal farmers, delivered in three equal installments of ₹2,000 through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
20th Installment Release Date
The 19th installment was released in February 2025, benefitting over 9.8 crore farmers. While the 20th installment was expected around July 18 or 19, officials now suggest it may be credited by late July or early August 2025. The delay is attributed to administrative procedures, but no changes have been made to the installment amount or beneficiary list.
Key Features of PM-KISAN
- Objective: To ease financial burdens of small farmers and promote agricultural sustainability.
- Annual Benefit: ₹6,000 paid in three installments of ₹2,000 each.
- Eligibility: Indian farmers owning cultivable land.
- Transfer Mode: Direct bank transfer under the DBT system.
- e-KYC: Mandatory to continue receiving benefits.
Eligibility Criteria
- To qualify, a farmer must:
- Be an Indian citizen.
- Own cultivable land.
- Be classified as a small or marginal farmer.
- Not be an institutional landholder, government employee, income tax payer, or a pensioner receiving over ₹10,000 per month.
e-KYC Process
- Completion of e-KYC is essential and can be done through:
- OTP authentication on the PM-KISAN portal or app.
- Biometric verification at Common Service Centres (CSCs).
- Face authentication via the PM-KISAN app.
Scheme Impact
- PM-KISAN has transformed the rural economy by:
- Reducing dependency on informal credit.
- Helping farmers invest in quality seeds, fertilizers, and equipment.
- Supporting women farmers, who form a significant portion of the beneficiaries.
- Strengthening rural households and boosting agricultural productivity.
Final Note
As the 20th installment nears release, registered farmers are urged to complete all formalities, including e-KYC, and check their beneficiary status online. PM-KISAN continues to serve as a vital support for India’s agricultural sector and rural livelihoods, reinforcing the government’s commitment to farmer welfare.
