PM Kisan Yojana 2026: 24th Kist Date, Status Check, e-KYC
📌Quick Facts & Summary
Key Benefit
Rs 6,000 a year, paid as three instalments of Rs 2,000.
Who Can Apply
Landholding farmer families (husband, wife and minor children) whose land records are on the PM-KISAN portal.
Status / Deadline
Changed: Cabinet approved continuation for 2026-27 to 2030-31 (outlay Rs 3.15 lakh crore). 24th instalment date not announced as of 15 Oct 2026.
Official Portal
Helpline
155261 / 011-24300606 (PM-KISAN helpline)
Last Verified
15 October 2026
🔗 Important Action Links (Official Portals):
🌐 Official Portal ↗📝 Apply Online ↗🔎 Check Status ↗
📞 Helpline: 155261 / 011-24300606 (PM-KISAN helpline)
What is the Scheme?
Direct income support for farmer families who own cultivable land. The money goes straight to your Aadhaar-seeded bank account.
Also known as: PM Kisan, Kisan Samman Nidhi, PM Kisan Yojana
Who is it for?
Landholding farmer families (husband, wife and minor children) whose land records are on the PM-KISAN portal.
Benefits and Financial Assistance
| # | Key Benefit / Entitlement Details | Category / Mode |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rs 6,000 a year, paid as three instalments of Rs 2,000. | Primary Benefit (DBT/Subsidy) |
| 2 | Paid by DBT into an Aadhaar-seeded bank account. | Direct Support |
| 3 | 23 instalments paid so far. The 23rd (about Rs 18,880 crore to 9.44 crore farmers) was released on 20 June 2026. | Direct Support |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:
- Family must own cultivable land in its name.
- Land records must be seeded on the portal.
- Bank account must be Aadhaar-seeded and e-KYC must be done.
⚠️ Who is NOT Eligible (Exclusions):
institutional landholders, current or former holders of constitutional posts, ministers, MPs, MLAs, serving or retired government officers (except Group D/MTS), people who paid income tax last year, and professionals like doctors, engineers, lawyers and CAs practising in their field. Pensioners getting Rs 10,000 or more a month are also out.
Documents Needed
Keep the following documents ready before submitting your application:
- ✓ Aadhaar card
- ✓ Land ownership papers (khatauni / record of rights)
- ✓ Bank account passbook (Aadhaar-seeded)
- ✓ Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Go to pmkisan.gov.in.
- Click 'New Farmer Registration' in the Farmers Corner.
- Choose Rural or Urban farmer, enter Aadhaar, mobile number and state.
- Fill in land and bank details and submit.
- Complete e-KYC with OTP, face authentication on the PM-KISAN app, or biometrics at a CSC.
- Your state's revenue office verifies the land record before money is released.
How to Apply Offline
- Visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) with Aadhaar, land papers and passbook.
- You can also contact the village patwari / revenue officer or the block agriculture office.
- Ask for a printed acknowledgement after registration.
How to Check Application / Payment Status
- Open pmkisan.gov.in and click 'Know Your Status'.
- Enter your registration number (or use 'Know your registration number' with Aadhaar or mobile).
- Enter the captcha and OTP to see each instalment and any pending issue (e-KYC, land seeding, Aadhaar seeding).
Official Website and Helpline Numbers
| Official Portal | https://pmkisan.gov.in ↗ |
|---|---|
| Helpline / Contact | 155261 / 011-24300606 (PM-KISAN helpline) |
| Nodal Ministry | Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare |
Important Dates & Milestones
Launched 24 Feb 2019. 22nd instalment: 13 Mar 2026. 23rd instalment: 20 Jun 2026. Scheme continued to 2030-31. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ When will the 24th instalment come?
No date has been announced yet. Instalments usually come about every four months. Watch pmkisan.gov.in and PIB.
❓ Why did my instalment stop?
Most often e-KYC is pending, land is not seeded, or the bank account is not Aadhaar-linked. Check 'Know Your Status'.
❓ Can both husband and wife get PM-KISAN?
No. The benefit is per family, not per person.
❓ Is e-KYC compulsory?
Yes. Without e-KYC, payments are held.
❓ Can a tenant farmer apply?
No. Only families who own the land in their name are covered under the central rules.
Sources & Official References
All facts on this page were verified on 15 October 2026 from the following official government sources:
- PM-KISAN portal: https://pmkisan.gov.in/ [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
- PIB: 23rd instalment, 20 June 2026: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2275744&lang=2®=48 [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
- PIB factsheet: 23rd instalment (PDF): https://static.pib.gov.in/WriteReadData/specificdocs/documents/2026/jun/doc2026620898101.pdf [resolves (HTTP 206)] ↗
- Cabinet: scheme continued 2026-27 to 2030-31: https://www.pmindia.gov.in/en/news_updates/cabinet-approves-continuation-of-the-pm-kisan-scheme-from-2026-27-to-2030-31-with-a-financial-outlay-of-rs-3-15-lakh-crore/ [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
- myScheme page: https://www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/pm-kisan [resolves (HTTP 200)] ↗
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