PM Kisan Next Installment: Everything You Need to Know

PM Kisan, or Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, is a central government scheme that provides income support of Rs 6000 per year to all landholding farmer families in India. The scheme was launched in 2018, and has benefited more than 8 crore farmers so far. The scheme aims to supplement the financial needs of the farmers for procuring various inputs related to agriculture and allied activities, as well as domestic needs. The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, in collaboration with the state governments and UT administrations.

Under the PM Kisan scheme, the eligible farmer families receive the financial benefit of Rs 6000 per year in three equal installments of Rs 2000 each, every four months. The amount is directly transferred to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries, through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode. The scheme covers all landholding farmer families, irrespective of the size of their land holdings, except for some exclusion categories, such as institutional landholders, income tax payers, etc.

What are the Eligibility Criteria for PM Kisan Scheme?

To be eligible for the PM Kisan scheme, a farmer family should meet the following criteria:

1. The farmer family should own cultivable land as per the land records of the concerned state or UT.
2. The farmer family should not belong to any of the exclusion categories, such as:

1. • All institutional landholders, such as trusts, educational institutions, religious institutions, etc.
   • Farmer families with one or more members who are or have been:
     1. Constitutional posts holders, such as President, Vice-President, Prime Minister, Chief Minister, Governor, etc.
     2. Ministers, state ministers, and former ministers of central or state governments.
     3. Members of Parliament, state legislatures, local bodies, etc.
     4. Serving or retired officers and employees of central or state governments, and their autonomous bodies and public sector undertakings.
     5. Professionals, such as doctors, engineers, lawyers, chartered accountants, etc., and their associates.
     6. Retired pensioners whose monthly pension is more than Rs 10,000.
     7. Income tax payers in the last assessment year.
2. The farmer family should have a valid Aadhaar number, except for the residents of Assam, Meghalaya, and Jammu and Kashmir, who are exempted till March 31, 2024.

How to Register for PM Kisan Scheme?

To register for the PM Kisan scheme, a farmer family can follow any of the following methods:

• Online registration: A farmer family can register online through the official website of PM Kisan, 1, by clicking on the “Farmers Corner” link, and then on the “New Farmer Registration” option. The farmer family will have to enter the Aadhaar number, mobile number, state, and captcha code, and then click on the “Get OTP” button. After entering the OTP, the farmer family will have to fill in the personal details, land details, bank details, and other information, and then submit the form for Aadhaar authentication. After successful registration, the farmer family will receive a confirmation message and a registration number.
• Offline registration: A farmer family can register offline through the Common Service Centres (CSCs), which are the service delivery points for various government schemes and services. The farmer family will have to visit the nearest CSC, and provide the Aadhaar number, mobile number, land records, bank details, and other documents, and pay a nominal fee of Rs 30. The CSC operator will fill in the online form and submit it for Aadhaar authentication. After successful registration, the farmer family will receive a confirmation message and a registration number.
• State/UT registration: A farmer family can also register through the state or UT government, which is responsible for identifying and enrolling the eligible farmer families under the PM Kisan scheme. The state or UT government will collect the data of the farmer families from various sources, such as land records, socio-economic census, etc., and upload it on the PM Kisan portal, after verifying the eligibility and Aadhaar authentication. The farmer family can contact the local revenue officer or agriculture officer for the registration process.

How to Check the Status of PM Kisan Scheme?

To check the status of the PM Kisan scheme, a farmer family can follow any of the following methods:

• Online status check: A farmer family can check the status online through the official website of PM Kisan, 1, by clicking on the “Farmers Corner” link, and then on the “Beneficiary Status” option. The farmer family will have to enter the Aadhaar number, mobile number, or registration number, and then click on the “Get Data” button. The farmer family will be able to see the status of the PM Kisan scheme, such as the installment number, amount, date, and mode of payment.
• Mobile app status check: A farmer family can also check the status through the PM Kisan mobile app, which can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or the PM Kisan website, 1. The farmer family will have to open the app, and click on the “Check Beneficiary Status” option. The farmer family will have to enter the Aadhaar number, mobile number, or registration number, and then click on the “Search” button. The farmer family will be able to see the status of the PM Kisan scheme, such as the installment number, amount, date, and mode of payment.
• Helpline number status check: A farmer family can also check the status through the PM Kisan helpline number, which is 155261 or 011-24300606. The farmer family will have to call the helpline number, and provide the Aadhaar number, mobile number, or registration number, and then follow the instructions. The farmer family will be able to hear the status of the PM Kisan scheme, such as the installment number, amount, date, and mode of payment.

How to Receive the Next Installment of PM Kisan Scheme?

To receive the next installment of the PM Kisan scheme, a farmer family should ensure the following:

• The farmer family should have registered for the PM Kisan scheme, and have a valid registration number.
• The farmer family should have a valid Aadhaar number, which is linked to the bank account, where the PM Kisan amount will be transferred.
• The farmer family should have updated the land records, bank details, and other information, on the PM Kisan portal, or through the CSCs, or through the state or UT government.
• The farmer family should not belong to any of the exclusion categories, such as institutional landholders, income tax payers, etc.
• The farmer family should have received the previous installments of the PM Kisan scheme, or have applied for the correction or appeal, in case of any discrepancy or rejection.

The next installment of the PM Kisan scheme will be transferred to the bank accounts of the eligible farmer families, every four months, as per the following schedule:

• First installment: Between April and July
• Second installment: Between August and November
• Third installment: Between December and March

The next installment of the PM Kisan scheme is expected to be released on February 27, 2024, as per the previous trends. The farmer family can check the status of the next installment, through the online, mobile app, or helpline number methods, as mentioned above.

What are the Benefits of PM Kisan Scheme?

The PM Kisan scheme has various benefits for the farmer families, such as:

• It provides a regular and assured income support of Rs 6000 per year, to all landholding farmer families, irrespective of the size of their land holdings.
• It helps the farmer families to meet their various needs and expenses related to agriculture and allied activities, such as seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, irrigation, machinery, etc., as well as domestic needs, such as food, clothing, education, health, etc.
• It reduces the dependence of the farmer families on the moneylenders and middlemen, who often charge high interest rates and exploit the farmers.
• It empowers the farmer families to make their own decisions and choices, regarding the crops, inputs, markets, etc., without any external pressure or influence.
• It enhances the dignity and self-respect of the farmer families, who are the backbone of the Indian economy and society.

The PM Kisan scheme is a central government scheme that provides income support of Rs 6000 per year to all landholding farmer families in India. However, the scheme also faces some challenges and limitations, such as:

• The scheme depends on the accuracy and completeness of the land records, bank details, and Aadhaar details of the farmer families, which are often outdated, incomplete, or incorrect, leading to errors, delays, or rejections in the transfer of the PM Kisan amount.
• The scheme also depends on the cooperation and coordination of the state and UT governments, who are responsible for identifying and enrolling the eligible farmer families, and verifying and updating their data. Some states and UTs may have different criteria or procedures for the implementation of the scheme.
• The scheme only covers small and marginal farmers, who own cultivable land as per the land records. Landless agricultural laborers, tenant farmers, sharecroppers, and other categories of farmers are not included in the scheme, which limits its overall scope and impact.
• The scheme provides a fixed amount of Rs 6000 per year, which may not be sufficient or adequate for some farmers, especially in times of distress or calamity. The scheme does not take into account the variations in the cost of cultivation, crop prices, or income levels of the farmers across regions and seasons.

The PM Kisan scheme is a beneficial and ambitious scheme for the farmer families, but it also needs to address these challenges and limitations, to ensure its effective and inclusive implementation. You can learn more about the PM Kisan scheme, and how to register, check status, and receive the next installment of Rs 2000 in your bank account, by reading this blog post: PM Kisan Next Installment: Everything You Need to Know.

Conclusion

The PM Kisan scheme is a central government program that provides income support of Rs. 6,000 per year to all land-holding farmer families in India. The amount is paid in three equal installments of Rs. 2,000 each, every four months.

The 12th installment of the PM Kisan scheme was released on August 17, 2022. The 13th installment is expected to be released by the end of November 2022. The exact date of the release may vary depending on various factors.

To receive the benefit, eKYC is mandatory for all beneficiaries. You can update your eKYC online or at the nearest CSC centre. You can also check your beneficiary status and installment details on the official website of PM Kisan.