Here is the whole scheme in one place: what you get, who qualifies, how to apply, and what to check.
| Scheme | Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) |
|---|---|
| Ministry | Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Govt of India |
| Benefit | Rs 6,000 a year, in 3 instalments of Rs 2,000 |
| Who can apply | Farmer families that own cultivable land |
| How it is paid | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to an Aadhaar-linked bank account |
| Apply at | pmkisan.gov.in, a Common Service Centre (CSC) or your state agriculture office |
| Cost to apply | Free |
Key points
- Rs 2,000 comes three times a year, so Rs 6,000 in total.
- The land must be in the family's name in state land records.
- Income taxpayers and most government employees cannot get it.
- e-KYC is compulsory, or the instalment can stop.
So what exactly does a farmer get?
Every eligible farmer family gets up to Rs 6,000 a year.
The money comes in three instalments of Rs 2,000 each.
It goes straight into the bank account linked with Aadhaar. No middleman handles it.
The scheme began in December 2018 and was first launched on 24 February 2019 in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.
Amounts and rules can change, so please confirm the current figure on the official site.
Who can apply, and who cannot?
The basic rule is simple. The family must own cultivable land, and the land records must show it.
Some people are left out even if they own land. Institutional landholders are out. So are people who hold or held constitutional posts.
Serving or retired central and state government employees are out too. Multi Tasking Staff, Class IV and Group D employees are the exception.
Retired people with a monthly pension of Rs 10,000 or more cannot apply. Anyone who paid income tax in the last assessment year cannot apply either.
Registered doctors, engineers, lawyers, chartered accountants and architects who practise their profession are also excluded.
How do you apply, step by step?
Go to pmkisan.gov.in and choose New Farmer Registration.
Enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number and state. Then fill in your land details.
You can also apply at a Common Service Centre, or through your village or block agriculture officer.
After that, the state government checks your land records. Only then does the money start.
- 1Open the portalGo to pmkisan.gov.in and choose New Farmer Registration.
- 2Enter your detailsEnter your Aadhaar number, mobile number and state, then fill in your land details.
- 3Or apply in personYou can also apply at a Common Service Centre, or through your village or block agriculture officer.
- 4State verifies land recordsThe state government checks your land records. Only after that does the money start.
Graphic: News Anek, from the facts in this report
What will you need to keep ready?
Keep your Aadhaar card and a bank account linked with Aadhaar.
Keep your land papers, such as khatauni or the record of rights, and a mobile number.
e-KYC is a must. You can do it with an OTP on the portal, at a CSC, or through the PM-Kisan app.
What should you check if the money does not come?
First, open Know Your Status on the portal. Use your registration number or mobile number.
Most stuck payments are due to three things. e-KYC is not done, the bank account is not linked with Aadhaar, or the land is not verified.
You can also call the PM-Kisan helpline, 155261 or 011-24300606.
Frequently asked questions
Can both husband and wife get PM-Kisan?
The family is counted as husband, wife and minor children together. Only one family member is generally covered, so check the rules on the portal.
Is there a last date to apply?
PM-Kisan is an ongoing scheme with no fixed closing date. Confirm current registration status on pmkisan.gov.in.
Is registration free?
Yes, registering on the portal or at a CSC is free. Beware of agents asking for money.
Who pays the money?
The central government pays it directly into the farmer's Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Official links
This guide is based on official scheme rules. Rules and amounts can change, so always confirm on the official website before you apply. News Anek is not a government website.
