Indian farmers awaiting financial support under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) Yojana have good news. The 22nd installment of ₹2,000 is set to be released soon, and the government has confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the funds directly to eligible farmers.
About PM-Kisan Yojana
- Launched in 2019, the PM-Kisan scheme provides direct income support to small and marginal farmers.
- Payment Structure: Eligible farmers receive ₹6,000 per year in three installments of ₹2,000 each.
- Funds are transferred via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the farmer’s linked bank account.
22nd Installment Release Date
- The 21st installment was credited on 19 november 2025.
- Following the usual schedule of every four months, the 22nd installment is expected in early 2026, likely February 2026.
- Official confirmation will be available on the PM-Kisan portal: pmkisan.gov.in.
Eligibility for PM-Kisan 22nd Installment
Eligible beneficiaries include:
- Small and marginal farmers owning cultivable land
- Farmers who have completed Aadhaar-based eKYC
- Exclusions: government employees with pension, professionals, or those paying income tax
eKYC Process – How to Ensure Payment
Visit PM-Kisan Portal: https://pmkisan.gov.in
Login with Aadhaar or mobile Number
Navigate to “Farmer Corner” → “eKYC”
Enter Aadhaar details and verify OTP received on the registered mobile number
Update bank account details if necessary
Once eKYC is complete, the farmer becomes eligible for automatic installment transfers
✅ Tip: Incomplete eKYC or incorrect bank details are the main reasons for payment delays.
How to Check Installment Status
- Go to the PM-Kisan portal
- Click “Beneficiary Status”
- Enter your Aadhaar number or mobile number
- View your payment history, pending installments, and current status
Reasons for Possible Delays
- Pending or incomplete eKYC
- Incorrect Aadhaar-linked bank account details
- Land record verification issues
- Duplicate or suspicious entries in the database
Farmers are advised to update all details in advance to ensure timely receipt of the ₹2,000 installment.
Bottom Line
The 22nd PM-Kisan installment is expected to be released in early 2026, likely February. Farmers must complete eKYC, link Aadhaar with their bank account, and verify land records to avoid delays. This ensures that funds are transferred smoothly, supporting farmers’ income and daily needs.
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