PM Kisan 24th Instalment: Complete Mandatory E-KYC To Receive INR 2,000 Kist
The 24th PM Kisan instalment is expected in October 2026, following the scheme's four-month cycle. Eligible farmers should complete mandatory e-KYC via the portal or the 'PMKISAN GoI' app to avoid payment delays. Beneficiaries can check their status at pmkisan.gov.in using their registration or Aadhaar number to ensure they remain eligible.
Millions of farmers across the country are awaiting the release of the 24th instalment (kist) of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, or PM Kisan Yojana, expected to be disbursed in the coming months. While the central government has yet to announce an official date, historical trends suggest the payout for the August–November 2026 period will likely arrive in October 2026. The PM-KISAN scheme remains a cornerstone of the government's rural welfare efforts, providing direct income support to landholding farmer families to help manage agricultural expenses and household needs.
Status of PM Kisam 24th Instalment
The most recent payout, the 23rd instalment or kist, was released on June 20, 2026, transferring INR 18,880 crore to more than 9.44 crore eligible beneficiaries. Following the scheme’s standard cycle of releasing funds every four months, the 24th instalment is widely anticipated in October 2026. When Will PM Kisan 24th Installment Be Released? Check Expected Date and eKYC Requirement.
Government officials typically confirm the exact release date via a Press Information Bureau (PIB) announcement approximately one to two weeks before the funds are transferred. Beneficiaries are advised to monitor the official PM-KISAN portal at pmkisan.gov.in and avoid relying on unverified social media reports regarding specific dates.
Why e-KYC is Critical
To ensure the seamless receipt of the INR 2,000 benefit, the government has made Aadhaar-based e-KYC mandatory for all registered farmers. Failure to complete this verification process can result in the withholding of the instalment, regardless of the official release date. Farmers can complete the e-KYC process using two primary methods:
- OTP-based Authentication: Visit the official PM-KISAN portal, navigate to the "Farmers Corner," and select "eKYC." Enter your Aadhaar number and the OTP sent to your linked mobile number.
- Face Authentication: Download the "PMKISAN GoI" mobile app and use the "Face Authentication eKYC" feature, which does not require a registered mobile number.
How To Check Your Beneficiary Status
Beneficiaries can verify their eligibility and payment status ahead of the upcoming release by following these steps on the official website:
- Visit the Portal: Go to pmkisan.gov.in.
- Access Farmers Corner: Click on the "Beneficiary Status" link.
- Enter Details: Provide your Registration Number or Aadhaar number.
- View Status: Click "Get Data" to see your payment history, e-KYC status, and land-seeding verification. How To Check PM Kisan Beneficiary Status Online at pmkisan.gov.in Ahead of 24th Instalment.
About the PM-KISAN and Payment Scheme
Launched in February 2019, the PM-KISAN scheme provides INR 6,000 annually to eligible farmer families in three equal instalments of INR 2,000 each. The PM Kisan Yojana operates on a strict four-month disbursement cycle, dividing the financial year into three distinct payment tranches. These include the April to July period, the August to November period and the December to March period. The funds are transferred directly into Aadhaar-linked bank accounts via the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system to ensure transparency and prevent leakage. Since its inception, the scheme has disbursed over INR 4.27 lakh crore to more than 11 crore farmer families.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 06, 2026 08:16 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
