By The Indus Zone Media Agriculture Desk | Updated: November 8, 2025 | PM Kisan Yojana 21st Installment
The 21st installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-KISAN) is expected soon, and farmers across India are eagerly awaiting the next round of financial assistance from the Central Government. The welfare scheme, launched in 2019 by the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, provides annual financial support of ₹6,000 to small and marginal farmers through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
PM Kisan Yojana 21st Installment Date 2025
As per government sources and previous disbursement patterns, the 21st installment of the PM Kisan Yojana is likely to be released in the first week of November 2025. However, the official date is yet to be confirmed by the Ministry of Agriculture.
The last installment—the 20th PM Kisan installment—was released on August 2, 2025, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi transferred Rs 20,500 crore directly into the bank accounts of 9.7 crore farmers from Varanasi.
Each registered farmer receives Rs 2,000 per installment, credited three times a year, ensuring Rs 6,000 annual income support under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme.
Special Disbursement for Flood-Affected Farmers
According to a report by AngelOne, special disbursements under the 21st installment have already been made to farmers affected by floods and landslides during September 2025. Beneficiaries from Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Uttarakhand have received early payments, while Jammu and Kashmir farmers received funds on October 7.
This proactive financial assistance aims to mitigate the economic impact of natural calamities on farming communities.
PM Kisan Scheme Timeline and Frequency
The PM Kisan installments are released every four to six months, maintaining consistent financial flow to registered farmers. For instance:
19th installment: Released on February 24, 2025
20th installment: Released on August 2, 2025
21st installment: Expected by November 2025 or early January 2026
This regular support helps reduce the financial strain faced by small farmers, ensuring better crop management and household stability.
How to Check PM Kisan 21st Installment Status Online
Farmers can easily check their payment status and eligibility by visiting the official PM Kisan website: https://pmkisan.gov.in
Follow these steps:
- Visit the homepage of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi.
- Click on ‘Know Your Status (KYS)’ or ‘Beneficiary List’.
- Select your State, District, Sub-District, Block, and Village.
- Enter your Aadhaar or registration number to verify your details.
- The status page will show whether your name is included in the 21st installment list.
Important: Farmers must complete their e-KYC verification and ensure that their Aadhaar is linked to their bank account to receive funds through the DBT system.
Who Will Be Excluded from the 21st PM Kisan Installment
The Department of Agriculture has identified certain ineligible beneficiaries whose payments have been temporarily withheld pending verification. These include:
Farmers who acquired land after February 1, 2019.
Families where multiple members (e.g., husband and wife or adult children) are enrolled separately.
Cases flagged under duplicate or error entries in the beneficiary database.
The government advises such farmers to check their eligibility using the Kisan e-Mitra chatbot or the PM Kisan mobile app and update necessary documents if required.
Purpose and Impact of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
The PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is one of India’s largest direct income support programs, aimed at enhancing rural livelihood and ensuring food security.
Since its launch, it has provided financial assistance to more than 11 crore farmers across the country, totaling over ₹3.2 lakh crore in disbursements.
The scheme supports small and marginal farmers in:
Purchasing seeds, fertilizers, and essential inputs.
Reducing dependency on private moneylenders.
Strengthening rural household income through consistent DBT payments.
What Beneficiaries Should Do Next
✅ Complete e-KYC verification before the installment release.
✅ Ensure bank details are correctly updated on the PM Kisan portal.
✅ Regularly check the beneficiary status and eligibility.
✅ Visit local CSC (Common Service Centre) for assistance in case of delays or mismatched details.
With the 21st installment just around the corner, lakhs of farmers are now verifying their status to ensure a smooth and timely transfer.
