The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme gives eligible farmer families a direct income support of ₹6,000 per year, paid in three equal instalments of ₹2,000 directly into their bank accounts. Launched in December 2018, it is one of the largest direct benefit transfer (DBT) programmes in the world.
Key Benefits
- ₹6,000 per year — ₹2,000 paid every 4 months (three instalments a year)
- Money transferred directly to the farmer’s bank account via DBT — no middlemen
- Instalments are released by the Government of India (typically around February, June and November windows)
- No repayment or interest — it is pure income support
Eligibility Criteria
- All landholding farmer families with cultivable land are eligible
- The scheme covers farmer families owning land (including sharecroppers and tenant farmers in some states)
- Excluded: income-tax payers, government employees (except Group D), pensioners above ₹10,000/month, and families with certain high-income criteria
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card
- Land records (khasra/khatauni) or proof of landholding
- Bank account linked to Aadhaar
- Mobile number
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal: pmkisan.gov.in
- Click on “New Farmer Registration” and fill in the details
- Or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or state agriculture office for help
- Track your instalments and beneficiary status on the same portal
Official Website
https://pmkisan.gov.in
Note: Scheme rules are updated by the government from time to time. Always verify the latest eligibility and instalment status on the official portal.