Big news for farmers in India. There are a bunch of schemes currently active in our country, including various programs from both the state and central governments. If you qualify for any of these, you can apply and take advantage of the benefits they offer. For instance, farmers can enroll in the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana and receive three payments of Rs 2,000 every four months.
This central government scheme is specifically for farmers, and so far, beneficiaries have received 19 installments, with the 20th one on the way. If you’re curious about when the government will roll out the 20th installment under the PM Kisan Yojana, keep reading.
So, how many installments have been given out so far?
Beneficiaries of the PM Kisan Yojana have enjoyed a total of 19 installments up to now. The last one, the 19th installment, was released on February 24, benefiting around 9.8 crore farmers. PM Modi transferred the funds directly to the beneficiaries’ bank accounts through DBT.
With 19 installments already distributed, everyone is now eagerly awaiting the 20th installment. Payments are made every four months, so since the 19th was released in February, the next one is expected in June.
It looks like the 20th installment is expected to drop in June. The 18th installment came out on October 5, 2024, followed by the 19th on February 24, 2025, both released about four months apart. But there’s no official word on this just yet.
To take advantage of the installment, farmers need to complete their e-KYC, which can be done at the nearest CSC center. You can also handle e-KYC through the official scheme website at pmkisan.gov.in. Additionally, farmers must get their land verified and link their Aadhaar to qualify for the installment benefits.