Diwali Gift to Farmers! PM Kisan 21st Installment 2025.India’s flagship income-support scheme for farmers, PM-KISAN, is set for its 21st installment in 2025, bringing Rs 2,000 directly to eligible farmers’ bank accounts through DBT.
While an official nationwide date is awaited, multiple updates indicate the installment is expected before Diwali 2025, with some states reportedly crediting payments earlier as part of phased rollouts. Farmers should complete e-KYC, verify bank and Aadhaar details, and confirm their names on the beneficiary list to avoid delays and rejections.
What is PM-KISAN, and what’s the 21st installment?
PM-KISAN (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi) provides Rs 6,000 annually in three equal installments of Rs 2,000 to eligible small and marginal farmers via DBT. The 21st installment will continue this quarterly support cycle, following the 20th installment released on August 2, 2025, during an event in Yavatmal, Maharashtra, where Rs 12,000 crore was transferred to over 9 crore farmers.
Expected release window for the 21st installment
Before Diwali 2025, aligning with the typical four-month gap since the August 2 release of the 20th installment. Media reports note some states have begun processing credits in October, with broader disbursal expected through the Diwali period; official confirmation for an all-India schedule is still pending.
Who is eligible for the 21st installment?
Eligibility follows PM-KISAN norms:
- Small/marginal farmers owning cultivable land are recorded in the state land records.
- Exclusions: institutional landholders; income tax payers; certain professional categories; and ineligible government employees.
- Many states reiterate that e-KYC completion is mandatory for the 21st installment; those failing to complete it risk payment holds.
Complete e-KYC to avoid payment failure
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi e-KYC can be completed online using Aadhaar OTP on the official portal:
- Go to pmkisan.gov.in → Farmers Corner → e-KYC → enter Aadhaar → verify via OTP tied to Aadhaar-linked mobile → submit. Ensure the bank account is Aadhaar-seeded.
- Without successful e-KYC, payments may be rejected or delayed, even if earlier installments were received.
How to check beneficiary status and list
Here’s how to check your PM-KISAN beneficiary status and village-wise list, step by step.
Check individual beneficiary status
- Go to the official PM-KISAN portal and open the “Beneficiary Status” section under Farmers Corner to track whether the 21st installment is credited, under process, or rejected.
- Enter your registered details (mobile/Aadhaar/account) to view payment references like “Rft Signed,” “Payment Under Process,” or any error codes causing delays or rejection.
- If you see rejection due to a mismatch (name/IFSC/Aadhaar), correct details and revalidate via the portal or a nearby CSC to trigger reprocessing for the upcoming tranche.
Check the village-wise beneficiary list
- On the PM-KISAN site, open “Beneficiary List” in Farmers Corner, select State → District → Sub-district/Block → Village, then click “Get Report” to download/view the latest list of approved beneficiaries in your village.
- Use the same page to confirm your name and father’s/guardian’s name exactly as in land records; discrepancies can pause payment until records are updated by local revenue authorities.
Pro tips to avoid delays
- Complete OTP-based e-KYC on the official e-KYC page, ensuring your Aadhaar-linked mobile is active for verification and your bank account is Aadhaar-seeded for DBT.
- Recheck that the account number and IFSC are accurate; even minor errors can cause “Rejected by Bank” status, which you can fix and then recheck under Beneficiary Status after 3–7 working days.
Where to watch official updates
Monitor the PM-KISAN Press Releases and official homepage for any statewide rollout notes or tranche announcements around the festive window. Mainstream coverage and explainers also summarize expected dates and how-tos, but always confirm final status on the official portal links above before assuming credit timelines.
Step-by-step: Ensure your Rs 2,000 lands on time
- Verify land records and eligibility with your local agriculture office if records changed recently. Minor mismatches in names or IFSC can cause rejections.
- Complete e-KYC and bank-Aadhaar seeding on the PM-KISAN portal; recheck account number and IFSC.
- Check beneficiary list and status; if “Rft Signed” or “Payment Under Process” appears, funds are queued; if “Rejected,” fix the flagged error and revalidate.
Common reasons for payment failure and fixes
- Name mismatch between Aadhaar and bank → update either to match exactly and redo e-KYC.
- Inactive or wrong bank account/IFSC → update details on the portal or via CSC and request reprocessing.
- Land record discrepancies after inheritance/sale → update records at revenue office, then revalidate on PM-KISAN.
Official channels and updates
- Use the PM-KISAN portal for beneficiary status, lists, and e-KYC; watch for press notes/PIB updates for formal release announcements.
- Recent coverage suggests a Diwali-timed disbursal for the 21st tranche, but always rely on official notices for state-wise schedules and cut-offs.
Key takeaways
- Amount: Rs 2,000 per installment; Rs 6,000 annually via three installments.
- 21st installment window: expected before Diwali 2025; some early credits reported state-wise in October.
- Action items: complete e-KYC; verify bank/Aadhaar; check beneficiary list and status on pmkisan.gov.in; correct mismatches promptly to avoid failure.
Useful links on the official portal
- e-KYC page to complete OTP-based verification.
- Beneficiary List and Status sections to verify inclusion and payment progress.
- Press releases for formal installment announcements and scheme updates.
Staying proactive, by completing e-KYC, ensuring correct bank/Aadhaar details, and checking beneficiary status, will minimize delays and help secure the timely receipt of the PM-KISAN 21st installment before the festive season.