Farmers waiting for their next PM-Kisan payment have an important date to note. The 24th instalment of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is scheduled for 30 October 2026. Eligible farmer families will receive ₹2,000 through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), subject to eligibility and completion of the required verification.
The official PM-KISAN website confirms the release date. The government event listing says the transfer is expected to cover around 9.34 crore beneficiaries.
But the release date does not guarantee that every registered farmer will receive the money. Incomplete e-KYC, pending land verification, Aadhaar-related banking issues or eligibility checks can delay or prevent a payment.
Here is how to check your status, confirm whether the money reached your account and resolve common problems.
1 PM-Kisan 24th Instalment: Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme | PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi |
| Instalment | 24th |
| Release date | 30 October 2026 |
| Amount per eligible instalment | ₹2,000 |
| Annual assistance | ₹6,000 in three instalments |
| Payment method | Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Expected beneficiaries | Around 9.34 crore |
| Official website | pmkisan.gov.in |
| Status-check facility | Know Your Status |
Sources: Official PM-KISAN portal and Government event announcement.
2 How to Check Whether Your ₹2,000 Has Arrived
The easiest way to check your instalment is through the official PM-KISAN portal.
Step-by-step process
- Visit pmkisan.gov.in.
- Open Farmers Corner.
- Select Know Your Status.
- Enter your PM-KISAN registration number.
- Complete the captcha and OTP verification if requested.
- Review your payment details, bank information and e-KYC status.
If you do not remember your registration number, use the registration-number lookup option available on the portal.
What should you look for?
The status page displays payment information such as:
- Payment status.
- Bank name.
- UTR number, where available.
- Payment mode.
- Account credited status.
- Credited-on date.
If the payment status indicates success and a credited date is shown, check your bank statement or passbook to confirm the deposit.
Important: If the instalment has just been released, the portal or bank account may not reflect the transaction immediately. Check again later before assuming that your payment has failed.
3 Check Your Name in the PM-Kisan Beneficiary List
You can also check whether your name appears in the beneficiary list for your village.
Follow these steps:
- Open the official PM-KISAN Beneficiary List.
- Select your state.
- Choose your district.
- Select your sub-district and block.
- Choose your village.
- View the list and check the available beneficiary details.
Being listed as a beneficiary does not, by itself, prove that the latest instalment has been credited. Use Know Your Status to check the actual payment information.
4 Why Might Your ₹2,000 Payment Be Delayed?
If you are eligible but have not received the money, check the following common issues.
| Possible problem | What you should do |
|---|---|
| e-KYC incomplete | Complete e-KYC through an authorised method |
| Aadhaar not properly linked for payment | Contact your bank and check Aadhaar seeding and DBT mapping |
| Land records not verified | Contact your local agriculture or revenue office |
| Incorrect beneficiary details | Check the portal and request correction through the authorised process |
| Eligibility verification pending | Review the message shown under Know Your Status |
| Bank account issue | Ask your bank to check the account and transaction status |
| Payment processing delay | Check the portal and bank statement again after processing time |
Do not immediately assume that a missing credit means your registration has been cancelled. First, identify the issue displayed in your account status.
5 PM-Kisan e-KYC: How to Complete It
e-KYC is mandatory for registered PM-KISAN beneficiaries. If your e-KYC is incomplete, your instalment may be withheld.
The government provides several ways to complete verification.
Option 1: OTP-based e-KYC
- Visit the official PM-KISAN website.
- Select the e-KYC option.
- Enter your Aadhaar number and follow the instructions.
- Complete OTP verification where available.
- Check your status again to confirm completion.
This method depends on the required mobile-number and verification conditions being met.
Option 2: Face authentication through the PM-KISAN mobile app
Eligible beneficiaries can use the official PM-KISAN mobile app's face-authentication facility. Follow the app's instructions to complete verification.
Option 3: Biometric e-KYC at a Common Service Centre
If online verification does not work, visit an authorised Common Service Centre (CSC) and ask for PM-KISAN biometric e-KYC.
Carry your Aadhaar details and any other information requested by the service provider.
Use only official services and authorised centres. Never share your bank PIN, passwords or OTP with an unknown person who promises to release the instalment.
6 What If Your Land Record Seeding Is Pending?
PM-KISAN eligibility depends on the applicable landholding and beneficiary conditions. If the portal shows that your land records are not verified or seeded, contact your local agriculture or revenue office.
Keep the following information available:
- PM-KISAN registration number.
- Land ownership or revenue records.
- Aadhaar details, where required.
- Application or verification acknowledgement, if available.
Ask the official to check whether your land details have been recorded correctly and whether any verification remains pending.
Do not submit false or duplicate land information to try to speed up the payment.
7 What If Your Bank Account Is Not Receiving DBT?
PM-KISAN payments are made electronically. Even where your beneficiary record is correct, banking or Aadhaar-seeding issues may interfere with payment.
If your status shows that payment was processed but the money is not visible in your expected account:
- Check your bank statement and passbook.
- Verify the bank name and payment details shown on the PM-KISAN portal.
- Ask your bank to check the transaction reference or UTR number, if available.
- Confirm that your account is active and that the required Aadhaar seeding and DBT mapping are in place.
- If the transaction was rejected or returned, ask the bank and the relevant PM-KISAN office how to correct the issue.
Do not share your full account details publicly or with unofficial agents.
8 What If Your Payment Is Still Missing After 30 October?
If the payment does not appear on 30 October, follow this order:
Step 1: Check Know Your Status on the official portal.
Step 2: Confirm that e-KYC is complete.
Step 3: Check the land-record and eligibility status.
Step 4: Verify your bank details and DBT-related requirements with your bank.
Step 5: Submit a query through the official PM-KISAN Helpdesk or contact the local agriculture office.
The PM-KISAN portal includes a Helpdesk – Query Form and other beneficiary services.
Keep your registration number, previous payment records and complaint reference ready. These details help officials identify the issue.
9 Important Eligibility Warning: Some Payments May Be Withheld
The PM-KISAN portal warns that certain suspected cases are subject to physical verification. Examples include land ownership acquired after 1 February 2019 and cases where more than one family member is receiving benefits in circumstances that may breach scheme rules.
In such cases, benefits may be temporarily withheld until verification is completed.
PM-KISAN eligibility also depends on the scheme's exclusion criteria. Registration alone does not establish entitlement to every instalment.
If your status shows that verification is pending, follow the instructions given by the relevant authorities instead of submitting a duplicate application.
10 Official PM-Kisan Contact and Support Options
Use these official channels if you need assistance:
- Website: pmkisan.gov.in
- Know Your Status: Check payment and beneficiary details
- Beneficiary List: Check your village list
- Helpdesk: Use the Helpdesk – Query Form under Farmers Corner on the official portal.
- Local assistance: Contact your agriculture department office or an authorised Common Service Centre.
The PM-KISAN portal also provides a Kisan eMitra chatbot for scheme-related queries.
Avoid unofficial websites that ask for payment to check beneficiary status or promise guaranteed release of the instalment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When will the PM-Kisan 24th instalment be released?
The 24th instalment is scheduled for 30 October 2026, according to the official PM-KISAN portal.
2. How much money will eligible farmers receive?
Eligible beneficiaries will receive ₹2,000 for this instalment. The scheme provides ₹6,000 annually in three instalments, subject to eligibility.
3. How can I check whether my money has arrived?
Open the official Know Your Status page, enter your registration number and complete the required verification. Check the payment status, credited date and bank details.
4. What if I have not completed e-KYC?
Complete e-KYC using an available official method, such as OTP verification, face authentication through the PM-KISAN app or biometric verification at an authorised CSC.
5. Will every registered farmer receive ₹2,000 on 30 October?
No. Payment depends on eligibility, verification and compliance with scheme requirements. The release date does not guarantee payment to every registered farmer.
6. What should I do if the portal shows payment success but my account has not been credited?
Check your bank statement and contact your bank using the transaction reference or UTR number shown on the portal. If the issue remains unresolved, submit a query through the PM-KISAN helpdesk.
7. Can I receive the instalment if my land records are pending?
Your eligibility and payment depend on the applicable verification requirements. Contact your local agriculture or revenue office to resolve any pending land-record issue.
Final Takeaway
The PM-Kisan 24th instalment is scheduled for 30 October 2026, with ₹2,000 payable to each eligible beneficiary. To confirm whether the money has reached you, use the official Know Your Status facility and check your bank statement.
If the payment is missing, verify your e-KYC, land records, beneficiary eligibility and bank details before contacting the PM-KISAN helpdesk or local agriculture office.
Official portal: https://pmkisan.gov.in/
This article reflects information available on 29 October 2026. Payment timing and individual eligibility may vary. Follow the latest instructions on the official PM-KISAN portal.