PM Kisan 22nd Instalment: Understanding the PM Kisan Farmer ID and Its Importance for the Next Payment

As 2026 begins, farmers across India await the 22nd instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme. However, the next ₹2,000 payment may be delayed or withheld if essential compliance steps are incomplete. 

A newly introduced Farmer ID has become a key requirement for continued eligibility, alongside mandatory e-KYC. Understanding these updates is important to ensure uninterrupted benefit payments.

What Is the PM Kisan Farmer ID?

The Farmer ID is a unique digital identity issued to farmers and linked with Aadhaar and state land records. It serves as an authenticated record of a farmer’s identity and land ownership details. 

Any updates in land records are automatically reflected in this system, reducing manual verification requirements.

This ID is designed to act as a single reference point for farmers accessing government services and agricultural support programmes.

Why the Farmer ID Is Required for the 22nd Instalment?

Authorities have made it clear that possession of a valid Farmer ID is now essential for receiving PM-KISAN payments. Farmers who do not have this ID risk exclusion from the 22nd instalment, even if they have completed e-KYC.

The introduction of the Farmer ID aims to improve transparency in beneficiary records, prevent duplication, and ensure that assistance reaches verified recipients.

How the Farmer ID Benefits Farmers?

The Farmer ID simplifies access to multiple government schemes by reducing repetitive documentation. It also strengthens integration with land record systems, making verification faster and more reliable. Additionally, it supports improved access to agricultural services and market-related platforms that may use the same identification framework.

Mandatory e-KYC Requirement

Alongside the Farmer ID, e-KYC remains compulsory for PM-KISAN beneficiaries. Farmers who have not completed e-KYC may face payment delays or rejection of instalments. e-KYC can be completed through:

• The official PM-KISAN website
• The PM-KISAN mobile application
• Nearby Common Service Centres (CSC) using biometric verification

Completing e-KYC ensures identity validation and prevents unauthorised claims.

Steps Farmers Should Take Now

To avoid disruption in payments, farmers should:

• Apply for or confirm their Farmer ID through relevant state agriculture or land record portals
• Ensure Aadhaar details match land records
• Complete e-KYC through approved channels
• Verify PM-KISAN registration details for accuracy

Timely compliance can help prevent last-minute payment issues.

Read More: PM-KISAN Scheme: When Will the 22nd Instalment Be Released?

Conclusion

The 22nd instalment of PM-KISAN brings an added compliance step with the introduction of the Farmer ID. While the process strengthens record accuracy and service delivery, farmers must ensure that both Farmer ID registration and e-KYC are completed. 

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