The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Yojana is one of the most significant welfare schemes launched by the Government of India for the benefit of small and marginal farmers. Initiated in February 2019, the scheme aims to provide direct income support to eligible farmers across the country, ensuring financial stability and promoting agricultural productivity.
Under PM-KISAN, the government provides financial assistance of ₹6,000 per year to eligible farmers. This amount is released in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each every four months. The primary objective is to supplement the income of farmers to support their financial needs for procurement of inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, equipment, and to meet household expenses.
Key Features of PM-KISAN Yojana 2025:
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Beneficiary Eligibility: All small and marginal farmers who own cultivable land are eligible. Landholding farmers who have updated their land records are included. However, institutional landholders, tax-paying farmers, and professionals like doctors, engineers, and government pensioners are excluded.
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Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): The financial benefit under PM-KISAN is directly credited into the beneficiary’s Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts through DBT, ensuring transparency and eliminating middlemen.
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Mandatory e-KYC: From 2022 onwards, e-KYC (electronic Know Your Customer) has been made mandatory for all beneficiaries. This process is essential to verify the authenticity of the beneficiary and ensure benefits reach the rightful person.
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Aadhaar and Land Record Linking: For smoother disbursement, farmers must link their Aadhaar number with land records and bank accounts. States are actively updating land records digitally for this purpose.
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Self-Registration and Status Tracking: Farmers can register themselves online for PM-KISAN benefits and also track the status of their applications and installment payments.
Where to Apply for PM-KISAN Yojana?
Farmers who wish to apply for PM-KISAN benefits or check their beneficiary status can visit the official PM-KISAN portal:
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www.pmkisan.gov.in
This portal provides:
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New farmer registration form.
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Beneficiary status (to check installment status).
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Aadhaar correction form.
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e-KYC completion.
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List of beneficiaries.
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Downloadable PM-KISAN mobile app.
Additionally, farmers can seek help from:
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Common Service Centers (CSCs) in villages.
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Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs).
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State Agriculture Departments.
How to Apply:
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Visit www.pmkisan.gov.in.
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Click on “New Farmer Registration”.
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Enter Aadhaar Number, mobile number, and fill out required land details.
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Complete e-KYC either through OTP-based verification or via CSC centers.
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After approval by state authorities, the farmer’s name will be listed in the PM-KISAN beneficiary list.
Where to Find Detailed Information?
For official guidelines, scheme updates, application forms, and beneficiary lists, the following websites are useful:
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www.pmkisan.gov.in (Official PM-KISAN portal)
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www.nic.in (National Informatics Centre, for technical updates)
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www.agricoop.gov.in (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare)
Conclusion
PM-KISAN Yojana 2025 continues to be a vital source of income support for millions of Indian farmers. By ensuring financial assistance is directly credited to farmers, the scheme strengthens rural livelihoods and boosts the agricultural economy. Regular updates on eligibility, e-KYC, and installment status can be accessed by visiting the official www.pmkisan.gov.in portal, making the process transparent and farmer-friendly.
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