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All India · Farmer

PM Kisan Samman Nidhi

Also known as: Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi · PM-KISAN · Kisan Samman Nidhi · PM Kisan Yojana · पीएम किसान सम्मान निधि

Ministry of Agriculture
Benefit
₹6,000/year · 3 installments of ₹2,000

Direct cash support paid to farmer families to help cover farming costs like seeds, fertiliser and equipment.

At a glance

SchemePM Kisan Samman Nidhi
ForFarmer
WhereAll India
Yearly value (approx.)₹6,000
DepartmentMinistry of Agriculture
How to applyOnline
Info checked2026-10-17

Who Can Apply

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

Required Documents

How to Apply

Apply online on the official government website (link below).

How to check PM Kisan Samman Nidhi status

  1. Open pmkisan.gov.in and go to "Know Your Status" (Farmers Corner).
  2. Enter your registration number. If you don't know it, use "Know your registration number" with your mobile or Aadhaar number.
  3. Enter the captcha and the OTP sent to your registered mobile.
  4. You'll see each instalment, the date it was paid and any pending reason (for example eKYC or land seeding).

Money or benefit not received? What to do

📞 PM-Kisan helpline: 155261 or 011-24300606.

Steps reviewed October 2026 — processes can change, confirm on the official portal.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi?

Farmer families who own cultivable land in their name. Not for income-tax payers, government employees, pensioners (₹10,000+/month) or professionals like doctors and lawyers. Aadhaar-linked bank account and e-KYC needed.

What is the benefit of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi?

₹6,000/year · 3 installments of ₹2,000 (about ₹6,000 a year)

What documents are needed for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi?

Aadhaar Card, Land Records (Khasra), Bank Passbook.

How do I apply for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi?

Apply online on the official website: https://pmkisan.gov.in/

How to check PM Kisan Samman Nidhi status?

Open pmkisan.gov.in and go to "Know Your Status" (Farmers Corner). Enter your registration number. If you don't know it, use "Know your registration number" with your mobile or Aadhaar number. Enter the captcha and the OTP sent to your registered mobile. You'll see each instalment, the date it was paid and any pending reason (for example eKYC or land seeding).

What to do if PM Kisan Samman Nidhi money or benefit is not received?

eKYC not done — complete it on the portal with an OTP, at a CSC with your fingerprint, or by face authentication in the PM-Kisan app. Check that your Aadhaar is linked (seeded) to your bank account for DBT: on myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in → "Bank Seeding Status", or ask your bank branch. Land seeding not done — your land details must be verified by the state; ask your patwari / agriculture office. PM-Kisan helpline: 155261 or 011-24300606.

How can I check if I am eligible for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi?

Answer a few simple questions on YojanaSahay — it tells you free of cost which schemes you qualify for, with the documents for each.

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Official link last checked: 2026-10-17