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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 19th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) Yojana from Bhagalpur, Bihar on Monday, February 24, 2025. Under this installment, the government will transfer ₹22,000 crore directly into the bank accounts of 9.8 crore eligible farmers through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme.
How to Check Your Name in PM Kisan Beneficiary List?
eKYC is mandatory for all registered farmers under PM-Kisan.
OTP-based eKYC can be done through the PM-Kisan portal.
Farmers can also visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) for biometric-based eKYC.
Farmers can check if they are eligible and included in the beneficiary list online via the official PM-Kisan website.
What is PM-Kisan Yojana?
Launched in 2018 during PM Modi’s first term, PM-Kisan Yojana is a fully government-funded scheme that provides financial assistance of ₹6,000 per year to landholding farmer families.
How It Works:
- Farmers receive ₹6,000 annually in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each.
- Installments are credited in April-July, August-November, and December-March.
- The money is transferred directly to farmers' bank accounts under the DBT scheme.
PM-Kisan Yojana is the world’s largest Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme.
Previous PM-Kisan Installments
18th Installment (October 2024):
- ₹20,000 crore transferred to 9.4 crore farmers
19th Installment (February 2025):
- ₹22,000 crore to be transferred to 9.8 crore farmers
Why is PM-Kisan Important?
Financial security for farmers
Direct transfer ensures transparency
Boosts rural economy & agricultural growth
With the 19th installment, the government continues its commitment to supporting farmers and strengthening the agricultural sector.
Farmers, don’t forget to complete your eKYC and check your beneficiary status!
