Are you waiting with anticipation to see the Prime Minister Kisan 21st installment? There’s good news in the near future for a vast majority of farmers across India. The government is already making the 21st installment available to farmers in a few states, with an overall launch expected prior to Diwali 2025. If you’re a recipient in the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, this guide will let you know the details of the forthcoming payments, dates for release and ways to check your status.
The 21st installment, which is worth 2,000 rupees, makes up the yearly Rs 6,000 of financial assistance for the marginal and small-scale farmers. With more than 10 crore farmers receiving this assistance and the government continuing its support for farmers and communities in the agriculture sector. However, the e-KYC process is now a requirement to be eligible for the benefits. So ensure that your documents are current to avoid any delays in payments.
PM kisan status 2025
The Prime Minister’s Kisan 21st installment been made available to farmers across several states in the context of the flood relief measures. On the 7th of October 2025, the agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the release of the sum of Rs 171 crore to 8.55 lakh farmers from Jammu & Kashmir through video conference held from Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi. Prior to that, on the 26th of September, 2025 the government announced the 21st installment for farmers from Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand granting more than 27 lakh farmers, with more than 540 crore that was directly transferred into their banks accounts.
In other states, for farmers that haven’t received the installment yet, the release for all states is scheduled for Diwali 2025 that falls on October 20th, 2025. The government generally maintains an interval of four months between installments. Considering that the 20th installment came out on August 2nd, 2025, the timing is perfectly in line with the release date for October. Premier Narendra Modi launched major agricultural programs worth more than 42,000 crores on the 11th of October 2025. This could be in conjunction with announcements on the 21st installment.
PM Kisan 21st Installment 2025 Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Scheme Name | Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) |
| Installment Number | 21st |
| Payment Amount | Rs 2,000 |
| Expected Release Date | October 2025 (Before Diwali) |
| Total Annual Benefit | Rs 6,000 (3 installments) |
| Payment Mode | Direct Bank Transfer |
| Beneficiaries | Small and Marginal Farmers |
| Official Website | pmkisan.gov.in |
PM Kisan 21st Installment State-wise Release Date
A number of states already have their 21st installment payment as part of the disaster relief efforts. Punjab farmer (11 million beneficiaries) were paid Rs 222 crore and Uttarakhand farmers (7.9 lakh beneficiaries) received a total of an amount of Rs 158 crore. Himachal Pradesh saw over 8 thousand farmers receive Rs 160 crore in the Early Release Program. The cash advances were specifically arranged for areas affected by flooding and landslides in these states.
The remaining states in India are scheduled to receive their money within the next few weeks of October 2025. The government has announced that all farmers in India who are eligible will receive their 21st installment prior to the Diwali celebration, providing that they receive financial assistance during the festival season. This method of payment in phases permits the government to prioritise areas affected by disasters while preserving the regular schedule of payments for the rest of the country.
PM Kisan Mandatory e-KYC Requirements
The government has set the requirement of e-KYC compliance mandatory to receive the next installment, which is due on 21st April. Farmers who don’t have done their online KYC won’t receive the cash, regardless of whether they were previously recipients. You can finish your e-KYC by using three different options: OTP-based verification through the official website and authenticating with biometrics at Common Service Centers (CSC) or face authentication using the PM-Kisan mobile application.
To complete the OTP-based eKYC, go to pmkisan.gov.in go to the section ‘Farmers Corner then click on ‘e-KYC Enter the Aadhaar number, enter your mobile number that you have registered and then verify it with the OTP you received. This method ensures that only eligible farmers are able to receive benefits and prevents fraudulent claims. Check that your mobile phone number is linked to your Aadhaar card to allow for a seamless verification.
How To Check PM Kisan 2025 Beneficiary List
Many farmers aren’t aware of whether the name they’ve listed on the list of beneficiaries (PM Kisan Beneficiary List). If your name appears listed, it is a guarantee that you will get Rs.2,000 in your account.
- Go to for the Kisan Yojana website pmkisan.gov.in
- You can go to Farmers Corner and click on the ‘Beneficiary List’
- Choose your district, state block and village.
- Click on ‘Get Report’
- The entire list will appear on the screen
- Check here if your name appears or not.
If you’re not completing the necessary steps such as e-KYC or Aadhaar linking, or provided all the required documents the 21st installment may not be added into your bank account. Farmers who have successfully completed these steps could be eligible for the 2,000 rupee installment in time for Diwali. The government aims to distribute money to farmers in each state in time, however the funds of many farmers could be delayed because of not meeting the required conditions. Don’t wait to check for the required updates right away and submit your eKYC by today, ensuring that your next installment is deposited into your account as quickly when it is due.
FAQ’s
When PM Kisan 21st Installment will be released ?
The PM Kisan 21st Installment is expected to be released before Diwali 2025, which falls on October 20, 2025. Some states like Punjab, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir have already received their payments as part of the early disaster relief initiative.
How can I check my PM Kisan status or beneficiary list for 2025?
You can easily check your PM Kisan status or see if your name is on the beneficiary list by Visit the official PM-Kisan website – pmkisan.gov.in.
What is the amount I get for the next PM -Kisan installment?
Each farmer eligible for the program receives 2,000 rupees in the 21st installment. The money is directly transferred into your bank account linked to your Aadhaar via the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.