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- PM Kisan Samman Nidhi latest news: Government continues farmer income-support scheme
- 23rd PM-KISAN instalment was released on June 20, 2026
- More than 9.44 crore farmers benefited from the latest instalment
- Eligible farmers receive ₹6,000 annually under PM-KISAN
- PM-KISAN payments are transferred directly through DBT
- e-KYC, Aadhaar-linked bank account and land verification remain important
- Centre approves continuation of PM-KISAN through 2030-31
- Farmers should check their beneficiary status before the next instalment
- Uttar Pradesh remains the largest beneficiary state
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi News Today
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, commonly known as PM-KISAN, remains one of India’s most important central government farmer-support schemes. The latest official information confirms that the government has continued the scheme for the period from 2026-27 to 2030-31, with a total financial outlay of ₹3.15 lakh crore.
Under PM-KISAN, eligible landholding farmer families receive ₹6,000 per year, paid in three equal instalments of ₹2,000. The money is transferred directly into beneficiaries’ bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer system.
The latest 23rd instalment was released by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 20, 2026, from Tarakeswar in West Bengal. More than 9.44 crore farmers were covered in that instalment.
PM Kisan 23rd Instalment Latest Update
The 23rd instalment marked another major payment under the scheme. Government information shows that more than ₹18,984 crore was released to beneficiaries through the latest instalment. Since the launch of PM-KISAN, more than ₹4.47 lakh crore has been transferred through 23 instalments, according to the Prime Minister’s Office.
The latest payment is particularly significant for small and marginal farmers who use the assistance for agricultural expenses such as seeds, fertilisers, irrigation and other farm requirements.
The government has described PM-KISAN as a technology-driven welfare programme because payments are made directly to farmers rather than through intermediaries.
PM Kisan 24th Instalment: What Farmers Should Know
Farmers are now watching for the next PM-KISAN payment. However, as of the latest available government information, the 24th instalment release date has not been officially announced. Farmers should therefore be cautious about social-media messages claiming a confirmed payment date.
The official PM-KISAN portal remains the best source for payment announcements, beneficiary information and status updates.
Farmers who are eligible should ensure that their records remain updated so that technical or verification issues do not delay future payments.
PM Kisan e-KYC Is Mandatory
One of the most important requirements for PM-KISAN beneficiaries is e-KYC. The official PM-KISAN portal states that e-KYC is mandatory for registered farmers. Biometric-based e-KYC is also available through Common Service Centre operators, the PM-KISAN mobile application and authorised state users.
The government has also made land seeding and Aadhaar linking with bank accounts important parts of the verification process. These measures are designed to ensure that benefits reach genuine eligible farmers.
Farmers who have not completed required verification may face delays or withholding of payments until their records are validated.
How to Check PM Kisan Beneficiary Status
Farmers can use the official PM-KISAN website to check their beneficiary information and payment status. The portal provides a Know Your Status facility as well as a beneficiary-list option.
To check the status, farmers should use the official portal and enter the requested information. They should avoid unofficial websites that request unnecessary personal or banking information.
The government has also warned that certain cases may require physical verification. These can include situations where land ownership was acquired after the relevant eligibility cut-off or where more than one member of a family is receiving PM-KISAN benefits.
Uttar Pradesh Remains a Major PM-KISAN Beneficiary
Uttar Pradesh continues to account for a large share of PM-KISAN beneficiaries. In the 23rd instalment, more than 2.2 crore farmers in Uttar Pradesh received approximately ₹4,352 crore.
The figures demonstrate the scale of the programme across India’s agricultural economy.
PM Kisan Scheme Extended Until 2030-31
The Union Cabinet’s decision to continue PM-KISAN until 2030-31 provides long-term certainty for the scheme. The government says the programme supports farmers’ agricultural investment and contributes to rural household financial stability.
For farmers, the key priority now is maintaining accurate land, Aadhaar and bank information and completing e-KYC requirements.
