Farmers registered under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) are waiting for the next ₹2,000 payment after the 23rd instalment was released on 20 June 2026. The next payment will be the 24th instalment, covering the August-November 2026 payment cycle.
As of now, the government has not announced an official release date for the 24th PM Kisan instalment. October is being discussed as a likely period because of the scheme’s payment cycle, but farmers should not treat any specific October date circulating online as confirmed.
Meanwhile, beneficiaries have an important reason to check their records before the payment is released. e-KYC is mandatory, and payment can also be affected by Aadhaar-bank linkage, land-record verification, eligibility checks or incorrect beneficiary information.
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PM Kisan 24th Instalment 2026: Current Status
| Particular | Current Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme | Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi |
| Annual Benefit | ₹6,000 |
| Amount per Instalment | ₹2,000 |
| Previous Instalment | 23rd Instalment |
| 23rd Instalment Date | 20 June 2026 |
| Farmers benefited in 23rd instalment | Over 9.44 crore |
| Next Payment | 24th Instalment |
| Payment Cycle | August-November 2026 |
| 24th Instalment Date | Not officially announced |
| e-KYC | Mandatory |
| Payment Mode | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
The PM-KISAN scheme provides eligible landholding farmer families with ₹6,000 every year in three equal instalments of ₹2,000.
The government released more than ₹18,880 crore to over 9.44 crore farmers under the 23rd instalment on 20 June 2026. More than 2.18 crore women farmers were among the beneficiaries.
When Will the PM Kisan 24th Instalment Be Released?
The exact date for the PM Kisan 24th instalment has not been officially announced yet.
The next ₹2,000 payment belongs to the August-November 2026 cycle. Since the previous instalment was released on 20 June, several reports expect the next payment during October 2026.
However, there is an important distinction:
October 2026 is an expected window, not an officially confirmed payment date.
The official PM-KISAN portal still shows the 23rd instalment, released on 20 June 2026, as the latest instalment. Farmers should therefore be cautious about social-media posts or messages claiming a fixed date for the 24th instalment.
Who Can Receive the Next ₹2,000 PM Kisan Payment?
Being registered for PM-KISAN does not by itself guarantee that every subsequent payment will reach the bank account. The beneficiary’s record must continue to meet the scheme’s eligibility and verification requirements.
Before the 24th instalment, farmers should particularly check:
- PM-KISAN beneficiary and eligibility status
- e-KYC status
- Aadhaar details
- Aadhaar seeding with the bank account
- Land-record verification
- Bank/payment status
- Any pending physical verification or eligibility issue
The government has also been carrying out checks to identify potentially ineligible cases.
The PM-KISAN portal currently warns that benefits may be temporarily withheld in certain suspected cases pending physical verification. These include some cases involving land ownership acquired after 1 February 2019 and cases where more than one member of the same family may be receiving benefits.
Therefore, farmers who received earlier instalments but suddenly stop receiving payments should check their current status rather than assuming that the next instalment will automatically arrive.
How to Check PM Kisan Beneficiary Status
The Know Your Status facility is one of the most useful tools for beneficiaries waiting for the next instalment.
Farmers can use it to check their PM-KISAN record and payment information.
To check the status:
- Open the official PM-KISAN portal.
- Go to Farmers Corner.
- Select Know Your Status.
- Enter the PM-KISAN registration number.
- Enter the captcha shown on the screen.
- Complete the OTP verification on the registered mobile number.
- Check the beneficiary and payment information displayed.
The status facility can show information including payment status, bank details, UTR number, payment mode, whether the account was credited and the credit date.
This makes it useful not only for checking eligibility but also for investigating a missing instalment.
Don’t Know Your PM Kisan Registration Number?
Farmers who have forgotten their registration number should not create a fresh registration simply for this reason.
The PM-KISAN portal provides a facility to retrieve registration information. Once the registration number is available, it can be used under Know Your Status to check the beneficiary record.
Farmers should also ensure that the mobile number registered with PM-KISAN remains accessible because OTP verification may be required for online services.
PM Kisan e-KYC Is Mandatory
One of the most important checks before the next instalment is PM Kisan e-KYC.
The official PM-KISAN portal clearly states that e-KYC is mandatory for registered farmers.
Farmers should therefore check their e-KYC status rather than assuming that it was completed earlier or that no further action is required.
There are three major ways in which PM-KISAN e-KYC can be completed.
1. OTP-Based e-KYC
Eligible farmers can complete Aadhaar OTP-based authentication online where the required Aadhaar-linked mobile facility is available.
This is generally the simplest method for farmers whose Aadhaar-linked mobile number is active.
2. Biometric e-KYC
Farmers unable to complete OTP authentication can use biometric authentication, including through supported Common Service Centre facilities.
The farmer should carry the Aadhaar card and the required details while visiting the centre.
3. Face Authentication
PM-KISAN also supports face-authentication e-KYC through its mobile application.
For this method, farmers can use the PM-KISAN mobile application along with the Aadhaar Face RD application. Face authentication can be particularly useful when OTP or fingerprint authentication is difficult.
After e-KYC is completed, its updated status may take some time to appear in the beneficiary record.
How to Check PM Kisan Beneficiary List 2026
There is a difference between beneficiary status and the beneficiary list.
Beneficiary status is useful when a farmer wants to check an individual PM-KISAN record or payment. The beneficiary list allows users to check beneficiaries according to geographical location.
The official portal currently allows the PM Kisan beneficiary list to be searched using:
State → District → Sub-District → Block → Village
To check the list, open the Beneficiary List option under Farmers Corner and select the relevant location details.
This can be useful for farmers who want to verify whether their name appears in the beneficiary records for their village.
Name Missing From PM Kisan Beneficiary List: What to Do
A missing name should be investigated before the next payment cycle.
First, check Know Your Status because it can provide more useful information about the individual beneficiary record than the village list alone.
Farmers should then verify whether there is an issue with e-KYC, Aadhaar authentication, bank details, land records or eligibility verification.
If information is incomplete, the PM-KISAN portal also provides facilities such as Update Missing Information, mobile-number updating and status checking for self-registered/CSC farmers.
Where the problem cannot be resolved online, beneficiaries can approach the appropriate local agriculture authority or a Common Service Centre for assistance.
PM Kisan Payment Not Received? Check These Problems First
A farmer may be registered under PM-KISAN and still not receive a particular instalment. In such cases, repeatedly checking the bank balance will not identify the underlying problem.
The beneficiary should check the following areas.
e-KYC Not Completed
This should be one of the first things to verify because e-KYC is mandatory for PM-KISAN beneficiaries.
If the portal shows an incomplete e-KYC status, complete the required authentication before waiting for the next payment.
Aadhaar and Bank Account Problem
PM-KISAN payments use an Aadhaar-based payment mechanism. Problems with Aadhaar seeding or beneficiary banking information can therefore interfere with payment processing.
Farmers should ensure that their Aadhaar and bank records are correctly linked and contain matching information.
Land Record Verification Pending
PM-KISAN eligibility is linked to verified landholding records. A pending or problematic land record can affect beneficiary approval and payment.
If other details appear correct but the benefit remains withheld, land-record verification should be checked with the relevant state or local authority.
Beneficiary Under Verification
Some beneficiary records can be withheld while eligibility is physically verified.
This is particularly relevant because the government is currently examining certain suspected cases against the PM-KISAN exclusion criteria.
A farmer whose status indicates an eligibility or verification issue should resolve that issue rather than submitting duplicate registrations.
Incorrect or Missing Information
Errors in beneficiary information can also create problems during verification or payment processing.
The Farmers Corner on the PM-KISAN portal provides an Update Missing Information facility for applicable cases.
Payment Processed but Money Not Found
If the portal indicates that an instalment has been credited but the farmer cannot identify the transaction, check the bank name, credited date, payment status and UTR number displayed in the payment details.
These details can help when taking the matter up with the bank.
Received Previous Instalment but Not the Next One?
Receiving the 23rd instalment does not necessarily mean there can be no issue with the 24th.
Beneficiary databases are subject to verification, and changes involving Aadhaar, bank seeding, land records or eligibility can affect subsequent payments.
A farmer in this situation should compare the current Know Your Status information instead of relying only on previous payment history.
The key question is whether the beneficiary record is currently eligible and payment-ready.
PM Kisan Beneficiary List vs Beneficiary Status
These two facilities solve different problems.
| Facility | Best Used For |
|---|---|
| Know Your Status | Checking your individual eligibility/payment record |
| Beneficiary List | Checking village-wise beneficiary names |
| e-KYC | Completing mandatory identity verification |
| Update Missing Information | Correcting applicable incomplete information |
| Helpdesk/Query | Raising unresolved PM-KISAN issues |
For a farmer waiting for the 24th instalment, Know Your Status and e-KYC status are more important than simply finding a name in the village beneficiary list.
What Farmers Should Do Before the 24th Instalment?
Farmers do not need to wait until the payment date is announced to check their records.
The practical approach is to verify the beneficiary status now, make sure e-KYC is complete, check Aadhaar-bank seeding and resolve any land-record or eligibility problem shown against the account.
This is especially important for beneficiaries whose previous instalment was delayed, withheld or rejected.
PM Kisan ₹6,000 Annual Benefit Continues
PM-KISAN continues to provide ₹6,000 per year in three instalments of ₹2,000 each to eligible farmer families.
The Union Cabinet has also approved continuation of the scheme from 2026-27 to 2030-31, with a financial outlay of ₹3.15 lakh crore for this period.
This means the scheme itself is continuing; the immediate question for existing beneficiaries is whether their individual records are ready for the upcoming payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the PM Kisan 24th instalment be released?
The government has not officially announced the exact release date. The payment belongs to the August-November 2026 cycle, with October being widely expected but not officially confirmed.
How much will farmers receive in the 24th instalment?
Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹2,000 per instalment under PM-KISAN.
Is PM Kisan e-KYC compulsory?
Yes. The official PM-KISAN portal states that e-KYC is mandatory for registered farmers.
How can I check my PM Kisan payment status?
Use Know Your Status on the PM-KISAN portal. Enter the registration number and complete the required verification to view beneficiary and payment information.
How can I check the PM Kisan beneficiary list?
Open Beneficiary List under Farmers Corner and select the state, district, sub-district, block and village.
Why has my PM Kisan money not arrived?
Possible issues include incomplete e-KYC, Aadhaar or bank-seeding problems, land-record verification, incorrect beneficiary information, eligibility verification or a payment-processing issue. The individual’s status should be checked first.
I received earlier instalments. Do I still need to check e-KYC?
Yes. Farmers should verify their current status because PM-KISAN explicitly requires e-KYC, and beneficiary records can also be affected by subsequent verification.
