PM Kisan 19th Installment Update: The PM Kisan Yojana, which is one of the flagship schemes of the Government of India, is designed to give monetary benefits to farmers across the country. Under this plan, eligible farmers will receive ₹6,000 each year in three installments of ₹2,000.
The 19th installment is scheduled to be given on 24 February 2025. Farmers are advised to complete their formalities like e-KYC for receiving the payment. Otherwise, the ₹2,000 installment may be missed by them.
What is PM Kisan Yojana?
The PM Kisan Yojana was introduced in 2018 and aims to provide financial assistance to small and marginal farmers who cannot meet their agricultural costs. The amount of ₹6,000 will be transferred directly to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries in three equivalent installments. Up till now,18 installments have been released, and the 19th installment will be on 24 February 2025.
Key Features of PM Kisan’s 19th Installment
- Release Date: 24th February 2025.
- Amount: ₹2,000 per beneficiary.
- Total Annual Assistance: ₹6,000 (in three installments).
- Payment Mode: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to bank accounts.
Farmers can check their payment status and beneficiary details on the official website: pmkisan.gov.in.
Steps to Check Your Name in PM Kisan Beneficiary List
To ensure that you do not miss receiving the 19th installment, follow these steps to check your name in the beneficiary list:
- Visit the Official Website: Visit pmkisan.gov.in.
- Click on ‘Beneficiary Status’: It will be on the homepage.
- Enter Required Details: This will include your UID number, your bank account number, or your registered mobile number.
- Click on ‘Get Data’: Your payment status and beneficiary details will be displayed on the screen.
- If your name is not listed, contact your local agriculture department or visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) for assistance.
e-KYC Necessary for PM Kisan 19 Installment
To ensure high transparency and guard against fraud, the government has made e-KYC compulsory for all beneficiaries of PM-KISAN, and farmers who do not complete their e-KYC will not get the 19th installment. To complete your e-KYC, follow the steps below:
OTP-Based e-KYC
Ensure that your mobile number is linked to your Aadhaar card.
You need to head over to the PM Kisan portal and complete the e-KYC process with an OTP sent to your mobile.
Face Authentication-Based e-KYC
E-KYC by Face Authentication is available with the PM Kisan mobile app.
Biometric-Based e-KYC
If your mobile number isn’t linked to your Aadhaar number, go to your nearest CSC center for e-KYC through fingerprint verification.
Why is PM Kisan Yojana Important?
PM Kisan scheme becomes instrumental in acting in favor of farmers, particularly for such farmers who have not been able to afford much support from financial institutions.
It helps them pay for agriculture expenses by providing them with adequate funds to buy seeds, fertilizers, and other inputs. Directly benefitting farmers financially, this scheme promises to elevate living standards and spur agricultural productivity.
Act Now to Receive 19th Installment
The 19th installment of ₹2,000 will be credited to the respective accounts of beneficiaries on 24 February 2025. Farmers need to
- complete e-KYC as soon as possible.
- check their name in the beneficiary list available on pmkisan.gov.in.
- Ensure Aadhar’s correct linkage is with their bank accounts.
Any help required can be availed of from the PM Kisan helpline or one can visit the nearest CSC center to get further query answers.
Just by following these steps, farmers can ensure they receive the financial support they are entitled to under PM Kisan Yojana. Don’t delay, get your e-KYC done, and check your beneficiary status on the same day!