The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme has emerged as one of the most significant support programs for Indian farmers. With 19 installments already disbursed, crores of small and marginal farmers have benefitted from the ₹6,000 annual aid provided by the central government. Now, all eyes are on the PM Kisan 20th Installment.
In this blog, we will explore the release date, eligibility, beneficiary list, and how to check payment status for the 20th installment of PM Kisan Yojana.
🔹 What is PM Kisan Yojana?
Launched in February 2019, the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana offers financial support to eligible farmers in India. The scheme provides ₹6,000 per year, distributed in three equal installments of ₹2,000 every four months — in April–July, August–November, and December–March.
The aim is to ensure minimum income support for small and marginal farmers across the country.
🔹 When Will the 20th Installment Be Released?
The 20th installment of PM Kisan is expected to be credited between August and November 2025, based on the regular schedule followed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
If the government continues the existing cycle:
- Expected Date Range: Between 15th August to 30th November 2025
However, delays may occur due to document verification or Aadhaar seeding issues. Hence, farmers are advised to keep their records updated in the official portal.
🔹 Eligibility Criteria for PM Kisan Scheme
To receive the 20th installment, a farmer must:
- Be a citizen of India.
- Own cultivable land.
- Have updated land records and Aadhaar information.
- Belong to small or marginal farmer categories (up to 2 hectares of land).
- Be registered on the PM-KISAN portal.
Farmers who are income tax payers, retired government officials (except Group-D), or holding institutional land are not eligible.
🔹 Documents Required for PM Kisan Registration
Ensure these documents are up to date for eligibility:
- Aadhaar card
- Bank passbook
- Land ownership papers
- Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
- Farmer ID (if applicable)
🔹 How to Check If You Will Receive the 20th Installment
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website: https://pmkisan.gov.in
- Click on ‘Beneficiary Status’
- Enter your Aadhaar number, Account number, or Mobile number
- Click on ‘Get Data’
The status of your 20th installment, including payment release and transaction details, will be displayed.
🔹 How to Check Your Name in the Beneficiary List
- Go to the PM Kisan website
- Click on ‘Beneficiary List’
- Select State > District > Sub-district > Block > Village
- Click on ‘Get Report’
You will see a list of all registered farmers in your village eligible for the next installment.
🔹 Reasons Why Your PM Kisan Payment Might Get Delayed
Even if you’re eligible, there are common reasons payments may be delayed:
- Aadhaar not linked to bank account
- Mismatch in documents
- Incorrect bank details
- Pending e-KYC update
- Land record verification pending
🔹 How to Complete PM Kisan e-KYC Online
e-KYC is now mandatory. You can complete it via:
- Online Mode (Self):
- Visit pmkisan.gov.in
- Click on e-KYC and enter Aadhaar
- OTP will be sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number
- CSC Center (Offline):
- Visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Center)
- Carry Aadhaar and bank details
🔹 How Many Farmers Have Benefited So Far?
As of mid-2025, over 11 crore farmers have registered under PM Kisan and received one or more installments. The cumulative direct benefit transferred since 2019 has exceeded ₹2.5 lakh crore, making it one of India’s largest DBT schemes.
🔹 What’s Next for PM Kisan? Any Changes Ahead?
There is talk in government circles about:
- Increasing the annual support from ₹6,000 to ₹8,000
- Linking crop insurance with PM-KISAN
- Adding tenant farmers and agricultural laborers in future phases
However, no official announcement has been made yet.
🔹 Conclusion
The PM Kisan 20th Installment is expected to bring continued relief to India’s farmers. By keeping documents updated, completing e-KYC, and ensuring Aadhaar-bank linking, you can avoid delays and receive your installment on time.
This government initiative continues to play a crucial role in the financial well-being of India’s agricultural backbone — the farmers.
