New Delhi, January 11: The central government continues to support farmers through the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, one of the world’s largest Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) programmes. Under the scheme, eligible farmers receive financial assistance of INR 6,000 per year, paid in three equal installments of INR 2,000 each directly into their bank accounts.

So far, 21 installments have been released. Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the 21st installment on November 19 from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, transferring around INR 18,000 crore to more than nine crore farmers. Cumulatively, over INR 4 lakh crore has been disbursed since the scheme’s launch. PM Kisan Yojana 22nd Instalment: Complete eKYC in Simple Steps.

What Is PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme?

PM Kisan provides income support to eligible small and marginal farmers. Beneficiaries receive:

• INR 2,000 every four months

• INR 6,000 annually, in three installments

• April–July

• August–November

• December–March

The amount is transferred directly to farmers’ bank accounts through DBT, ensuring transparency and faster delivery.

The scheme was announced in the Interim Budget 2019 by then finance minister Piyush Goyal and later launched nationwide by Prime Minister Modi. PM Kisan Yojana 22nd Installment Date: INR 2,000 Payment Likely on This Date, Know eKYC Process.

PM Kisan 22nd Installment Date

According to media reports, the 22nd installment of PM Kisan is expected to be released in February 2026. However, the government has not yet announced an official release date. Farmers are advised to complete all mandatory formalities to avoid delays.

Who Is Eligible for PM Kisan Scheme?

To be eligible, a farmer must:

• Be an Indian citizen

• Own cultivable land

• Be a small or marginal farmer

• Not receive a monthly pension of INR 10,000 or more

• Not have filed income tax

• Not be an institutional landholder

PM Kisan e-KYC Mandatory

Completion of e-KYC is compulsory to receive installments. As per the official website, OTP-based e-KYC can be done on the PM Kisan portal, while biometric e-KYC is available at nearby CSC centres.

How to Check PM Kisan Beneficiary Status

1. Visit pmkisan.gov.in

2. Click on ‘Know Your Status’

3. Enter registration number and captcha

4. Click ‘Get Data’

The beneficiary status will appear on the screen.

How to Check Name in PM Kisan Beneficiary List

1. Go to pmkisan.gov.in

2. Click on ‘Beneficiary List’

3. Select state, district, sub-district, block and village

4. Click on ‘Get Report’

The complete beneficiary list will be displayed.

How to Apply for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi

1. Visit pmkisan.gov.in

2. Click on ‘New Farmer Registration’

3. Enter Aadhaar number and captcha

4. Fill in required details and submit the form

5. Save and print the application for future reference

With the PM Kisan 22nd installment likely in February 2026, eligible farmers should ensure that their e-KYC is completed, bank details are correct, and beneficiary status is verified in advance. The PM Kisan scheme remains a crucial income support initiative, helping crores of farmers meet agricultural and household needs through timely and transparent financial assistance.

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