PM Kisan Yojana: The Indian government runs several schemes to provide financial assistance to farmers, among which the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is considered the most prominent. Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive financial assistance of Rs 6000 annually, which is sent directly to their bank accounts in three equal installments. The objective of this scheme is to help small and marginal farmers with their farming-related expenses.

Millions of farmers across the country are associated with this scheme, and it is considered one of the world’s largest direct benefit transfer schemes. Farmers receive an amount of Rs 2000 in each installment, and this money is sent directly to their bank accounts.

How many installments have been released so far?

Under the PM Kisan Yojana, 21 installments have been released so far. The 21st installment was released on November 19, 2025. The government usually releases a new installment every four months. Based on this pattern, farmers are now waiting for the 22nd installment.

When can the 22nd installment be released?

The government has not yet officially announced the date for the 22nd installment. However, according to various reports, this installment may be released between February and March 2026. Some reports also suggest that the money may arrive in farmers’ accounts before Holi or be transferred by the first week of March.

According to some estimates, this installment is likely to be released in February 2026, as the installments of the scheme are released at four-month intervals.

What rules are necessary to receive the installment?

The government has clarified that certain necessary conditions must be met to receive the benefits. The most important is e-KYC. If e-KYC is not completed, the installment may be withheld. In addition, the bank account must be linked to Aadhaar, and the land records must be updated on the portal.

In some places, a Farmer ID may also be made mandatory, and the farmer registration process has already started at the state level.

Reasons why an installment payment might be delayed:

If the farmer has not completed e-KYC, if direct benefit transfer (DBT) is not activated in their bank account, or if land-related information is not updated, the installment payment may be delayed. The government wants to ensure that the money reaches the correct beneficiaries.

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