PM Kisan Yojana: Farmers across India are eagerly awaiting the 19th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM Kisan). As per the latest updates, the next instalment is likely to be released in February 2025, crediting Rs 2,000 directly to the bank accounts of eligible beneficiaries. However, an official announcement is yet to be made. Farmers receive Rs 6,000 annually as financial assistance, distributed in three instalments.
PM Kisan Yojana Overview
The PM Kisan Yojana aims to provide financial stability to small and marginal farmers, enhancing agricultural productivity and securing their livelihoods. Launched in February 2019, the scheme has significantly contributed to agricultural development across India.
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Who Will Receive the 19th Installment of PM Kisan?
- Over 9.5 crore farmers are registered under the scheme.
- The 19th instalment is expected to be released in February 2025 (official announcement pending).
- Each eligible beneficiary will receive Rs 2,000.
- The total annual assistance of Rs 6,000 is distributed in three instalments of Rs 2,000 every four months.
- The government has allocated more than Rs 20,000 crore for this instalment.
Eligibility Under PM Kisan Yojana
To ensure the smooth processing of the upcoming instalment, beneficiaries must get their eKYC verified online or at Common Service Centers (CSCs). Farmers must also update their details, including linking their Aadhaar number to their bank accounts, for direct transfer of funds.
How to Check Your Name in the Beneficiary List?
To check your eligibility and payment status, follow these steps:
- Visit the official PM Kisan website.
- Click on the ‘Farmers Corner’ section on the homepage.
- Select ‘Know Your Status’.
- Enter your registration number and the captcha code.
- Click on ‘Get OTP’ and enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- Your payment information will appear on the screen.
Fulfilling its promise to the farmers, Modi government has extended the coverage of PM-KISAN Yojana to all farmers.
With a budgetary outlay of Rs. 87,217.50 crore for 2019-20, the scheme will benefit over 14.5 crore farmers. pic.twitter.com/hzdTjZyZbF
— BJP (@BJP4India) June 8, 2019
Important Dates of PM Kisan Yojana
- Scheme Launched: February 2019
- Expected Release of 19th Installment: February 2025 (not official)
- Deadline for eKYC Completion: Ongoing, complete it soon
- Release of 20th Installment: By June 2025 (not official)
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