PM-KISAN 21st Instalment Released: Eligibility, Payment Status Check, and Key Details

Written by: Neha DubeyUpdated on: 20 Nov 2025, 3:52 pm IST

The government has released the 21st PM-KISAN instalment of ₹2,000 to farmers. Learn how to verify your payment, eligibility, and scheme requirements.

The 21st instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme has been released, providing ₹2,000 to eligible farmers across India. With over ₹18,000 crore transferred to around 9 crore beneficiaries, the scheme continues to support cultivators with periodic financial assistance.

Here is a clear guide to eligibility and ways to confirm if the latest payment has reached your bank account.

PM-KISAN 21st Instalment Released

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has released the 21st instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme on 19 November, transferring more than ₹18,000 crore to farmers nationwide.

Under this programme, launched in February 2019, eligible land-owning farmer families receive ₹6,000 annually, distributed in three instalments of ₹2,000 each.

According to the Union Agriculture Ministry, over ₹3.70 lakh crore has been transferred across 20 previous instalments to 11 crore farmer households.

These funds are intended to support essential agricultural inputs and other family needs, including education and healthcare.

Eligibility for PM-KISAN

To receive benefits under PM-KISAN, farmers must ensure:

Their land records are updated and linked on the PM-KISAN portal.
Their bank accounts are connected to Aadhaar.

The government periodically undertakes village-level verification drives to identify and include eligible land-owning cultivators.

How to Check If Your ₹2,000 Instalment Has Been Credited?

You can verify the status of your instalment through several channels:

1. Checking on the PM-KISAN Website

Visit pmkisan.gov.in
Select ‘Know Your Status’
Enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number, or PM-KISAN ID
Complete the captcha and click ‘Get Status’ This will display whether the 21st instalment has been credited and when it was processed.

2. Checking Through the PM-KISAN Mobile App

Download the official PM-KISAN app from the Play Store
Tap on Beneficiary Status
Enter your Aadhaar or mobile number The app will show the instalment status, date and time of credit, and previous payment details.

3. Verifying Through Your Bank Account

Since payments are sent directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts, you may:

Enable SMS or email alerts for credit notifications
Visit your bank branch if there is no update
View your passbook, mobile banking app, or digital account statements to confirm the deposit

Conclusion

The release of the 21st PM-KISAN instalment continues the government’s direct financial support to registered farmer families. Farmers who meet eligibility requirements can quickly verify their payment through the official website, mobile app, or banking channels.

Keeping land records and Aadhaar-linked bank details updated remains important for uninterrupted benefits.

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Published on: Nov 20, 2025, 10:20 AM IST

Neha Dubey

Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.

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