The 19th instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme will soon reach farmers’ bank accounts. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan recently confirmed that the next instalment will be credited by the end of February 2025.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bihar on February 24.

During the visit, he will release the instalment via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

What is PM-KISAN?

PM-KISAN is a government scheme that provides financial aid to small and marginal farmers. Eligible farmers receive ₹6,000 annually in three instalments of ₹2,000. The government covers the full cost.

The funds help farmers meet agricultural and household expenses.

Who is eligible?

Farmers with cultivable land in their names qualify for the scheme. However, some categories are excluded:

Institutional landowners: Land owned by trusts or institutions is ineligible.

Government employees: State and central government employees, except Class IV and multi-tasking staff, do not qualify.

Professionals: Registered doctors, engineers, chartered accountants, and lawyers are excluded.

Taxpayers: Farmers who paid income tax in the last assessment year cannot receive benefits.

Recovery from ineligible farmers

The government is recovering funds from ineligible beneficiaries. Those who wrongly received PM-KISAN payments must return the amount or face penalties. Farmers with incorrect land records may also face scrutiny.

How to verify or update PM-KISAN details?

Farmers should check and update their records to avoid disruptions:

• Visit pmkisan.gov.in.
• Check beneficiary status using Aadhaar, bank account, or mobile number.
• Update KYC details if needed.

How to apply for PM-KISAN?

Eligible farmers can apply online:

• Go to pmkisan.gov.in and click “New Farmer Registration” under the Farmer’s Corner.
• Enter Aadhaar and other details.
• Save and print the application.

To check the instalment status:

• Click “Beneficiary Status” on the homepage.
• Enter Aadhaar or bank account number.
• Click “Get Data” to view details.