The wait for millions of farmers across India who are beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) Yojana is finally coming to an end, while the central government has officially announced the date for the release of the 23rd installment of this flagship scheme. According to the latest update, the government will transfer the next installment of 2,000 rupees directly into the bank accounts of more than 9 crore eligible farmers on June 20, 2026. This announcement has brought a wave of relief and joy to the farming community, as they prepare for the upcoming agricultural season.
Official Confirmation of the 23rd Installment
The official X (formerly Twitter) handle of the PM Kisan Yojana shared the information regarding the 23rd installment. The government has confirmed that the financial assistance will be disbursed on June 20, 2026. This move is part of the government's ongoing commitment to provide direct income support to small and marginal farmers, while the previous installment, which was the 22nd one, was released on March 13, 2026. Now, after a gap of nearly four months, the farmers are set to receive the next round of financial aid to support their livelihood and farming activities.
Annual Financial Support of 6,000 Rupees
The PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is designed to provide a total of 6,000 rupees per year to eligible farmer families. This amount is paid in three equal installments of 2,000 rupees each, distributed every four months. The primary objective of this scheme is to assist farmers in meeting their expenses related to agriculture and allied activities, such as purchasing seeds, fertilizers, irrigation, and other essential inputs. Since its launch in 2019, the scheme has emerged as one of the world's largest Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) programs, providing a significant economic safety net for the rural population.
Impact of the Previous 22nd Installment
The scale of the PM Kisan Yojana is evident from the data of the 22nd installment. 32 crore farmers. By ensuring that the money reaches the beneficiaries directly, the government has effectively eliminated the role of middlemen, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the distribution process. The scheme continues to play a vital role in strengthening the financial condition of small-scale farmers across the country.
Mandatory e-KYC for Receiving Benefits
While the announcement of the 23rd installment is good news, the government has issued a critical warning regarding e-KYC. It's mandatory for all beneficiaries to complete their e-KYC process to receive the 2,000 rupees. Farmers who have not yet completed their verification may find their installment stuck. The government aims to use e-KYC to filter out ineligible or fraudulent beneficiaries and ensure that the funds reach only those who truly qualify for the scheme, while That's why, farmers are advised to complete this process well before the June 20 deadline.
How to Complete the e-KYC Process
Farmers have two primary ways to complete their e-KYC. They can do it online through the official PM Kisan portal or visit a nearby Common Service Center (CSC).
- Visit the official PM Kisan website.
- Click on the e-KYC option available on the homepage.
- Enter your Aadhaar number.
- Input the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
- Once verified, the e-KYC process will be successfully completed.
If a farmer doesn't receive an OTP or faces technical issues, they can visit a CSC or Jan Seva Kendra for biometric-based e-KYC verification. On top of that, farmers can check their status on the website by clicking on 'Know Your Status' and entering their registration number and captcha to confirm if their e-KYC is already updated.