PM-Kisan 21st Instalment: J&K Farmers Received an Advanced Payment; What’s the Timeline for Others?

In a special move to support farmers impacted by natural calamities, the Central Government has released the 21st PM-KISAN instalment ahead of schedule for Jammu and Kashmir. Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced the disbursal through a video conference from Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi.

Under this instalment, ₹171 crore has been directly transferred to the bank accounts of 8.55 lakh farmers, including over 85,000 women beneficiaries across the Union Territory. The early release aims to provide timely financial relief to those whose livelihoods were disrupted by floods and landslides.

J&K Farmers Receive PM Kisan Instalment of Over ₹4,052 Cr

With the latest transfer, farmers in Jammu and Kashmir have now received a total of ₹4,052 crore under the PM-KISAN scheme since its inception.

The initiative, launched in 2019, provides ₹6,000 per year in three equal instalments to eligible farming families, directly into their bank accounts under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.

The advanced payment marks a proactive step by the government to ensure that affected farmers receive support without delay, especially during the recovery phase following widespread flood damage.

PM Kisan 21st Instalment Release Expected Soon

While the central government has yet to officially announce the nationwide release date for the 21st instalment, reports suggest that it is likely to be credited in November 2025.

The early disbursal in Jammu and Kashmir highlights the government’s commitment to addressing urgent agricultural distress on a priority basis.

Read More: PM Kisan 21st Instalment 2025: How Far Has the Payment Reached and When to Expect Next?

Conclusion

The early release of the 21st PM-KISAN instalment for Jammu and Kashmir underscores the Centre’s focus on swift financial assistance for farmers impacted by natural disasters. As the rest of the country awaits the official rollout, the move sets an example of targeted relief and responsiveness under the PM-KISAN scheme.

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