The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme continues to serve as one of India’s most impactful direct income-support programmes for farmers. Since its launch in 2019, the scheme has provided ₹6,000 per year to eligible farmers in three equal instalments of ₹2,000 each. The Government of India has now confirmed that the 21st instalment of PM-KISAN will be released on 19 November 2025, benefitting millions of farmers across the country through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
This instalment is especially important as it comes just before the Rabi sowing season, enabling farmers to purchase seeds, fertilizers, and other essential inputs on time.
PM-KISAN 21st Instalment: Key Details
- Release Date: 19 November 2025
- Amount: ₹2,000 per beneficiary farmer
- Mode of Payment: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
- Annual Benefit: ₹6,000 in three instalments
Why This Instalment is Significant
- Supports farmers during the critical agricultural cycle.
- Helps small and marginal farmers manage essential input costs.
- Ensures rural households receive timely financial support.
- Part of the government’s ongoing mission to ensure income stability for India’s farming community.
Checklist for Farmers
To ensure smooth credit of the 21st instalment, farmers must:
- Complete their e-KYC on the PM-KISAN portal or at CSC centres.
- Ensure Aadhaar is linked to their bank account.
- Verify that land records and beneficiary details are correctly updated.
- Resolve any “Payment Pending”, “Payment Failed”, or “FTO Not Generated” statuses before the release date.
These steps help avoid payment delays or rejections.
Additional Key Points
State-Level Monitoring: States will actively monitor beneficiary validation to ensure faster approval and reduce payment delays.
Digital Push
The government will promote:
- PM-KISAN Mobile App
- DigiLocker-based certificate storage
- Aadhaar-enabled Payment System (AePS) for easy withdrawals
Enhanced Transparency
The PM-KISAN portal now includes:
- Real-time instalment tracking
- Grievance redressal
- Correction/update tools for farmers
Support for Women Farmers
Women account for a significant percentage of PM-KISAN beneficiaries. The scheme ensures their direct and independent access to funds during cropping seasons.
Who Will Be Excluded?
- Institutional landholders
- Income tax payers
- Government employees (except Class IV)
- Professionals (Doctors, Engineers, Lawyers, CAs)
- Pensioners with higher income
Conclusion
The upcoming 21st instalment of PM-KISAN on 19 November 2025 reinforces the government’s continued commitment to improving farmers’ income security and reducing financial stress during key agricultural seasons. By ensuring timely DBT transfers, the scheme supports millions of farmers in strengthening crop productivity and meeting essential household needs. Farmers are encouraged to update their documents and complete e-KYC to receive the instalment without interruption.
FAQs
1. When will the 21st instalment be credited?
Ans: The 21st instalment will be credited on 19 November 2025.
2. How much money will farmers receive?
Ans: Eligible farmers will receive ₹2,000 as part of the instalment.
3. Who is eligible for PM-KISAN?
Ans: All land-owning farmer families with valid land records are eligible, except those who fall under the exclusion categories (e.g., institutional landholders, income taxpayers, government employees).
4. Is e-KYC mandatory for receiving the instalment?
Ans: Yes. e-KYC is compulsory. Without it, instalment payments may be blocked.
5. How can farmers check their payment status?
Ans: Farmers can visit the PM-KISAN official website → Beneficiary Status section → enter Aadhaar or mobile number.
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