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CentralAgricultureCentral Scheme
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
Managed by: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare)
About the Scheme
PM Kisan provides Rs. 6,000 annual income support to all land-holding farmer families across India through direct bank transfers.
Welfare Benefits & Assistance
- •Rs. 6,000/year in 3 equal installments of Rs. 2,000 each
- •Direct bank transfer to farmer's Aadhaar-linked account
- •No middlemen — fully digital DBT
Eligibility Criteria
State ResidencyIndian citizen
Age LimitsNo age restriction for land-holding farmers
Family Income CapMust not be an income tax payer, institutional land holder, or government employee
Social Class / CategoryAll
Additional Prerequisites
- Must own cultivable land in own name
- Land records verified by state government
Documents Required for Application
Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your online application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
1
Visit pmkisan.gov.in → Farmers Corner → New Registration
2
Enter Aadhaar, state, district, and land details
3
Upload land documents and submit
1
Visit nearest Common Service Centre (CSC)
2
Submit Aadhaar, land papers, and bank details
3
CSC operator completes registration
Who Should Apply?
- ✓All Indian farmers with cultivable land
Who Should NOT Apply?
- ✗Government employees
- ✗Income tax payers
- ✗Institutional land holders
Common Rejection Reasons
- •Aadhaar not linked to bank account
- •Land records mismatch
- •e-KYC not completed
Recent Updates & Changes
- »2026: 18th installment released
- »OTP-based e-KYC enabled
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many installments per year?
3 installments of Rs. 2,000 each (April-July, August-November, December-March).
Is e-KYC mandatory?
Yes, Aadhaar-based e-KYC is mandatory for receiving installments.
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Scheme Details
State / CentralCentral Government
AuthorityDepartment of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
SubcategoryFarmer Income Support
Launch DateFebruary 2019
Target Beneficiaryfarmers
Official Helpline155261 / 011-24300606