PM Kisan Yojana 21st Installment: Why Some Farmers May Not Receive Rs2,000 and What to Do About It
The 21st installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme is expected to be credited before Diwali. However, not all farmers will receive the benefit this time. The government has flagged irregularities in several cases, and beneficiaries have been asked to update their records to continue receiving support.
What is PM Kisan Yojana?
Launched in 2019, the PM-KISAN scheme provides financial assistance of ₹6,000 annually to eligible farmers. The amount is released in three installments of ₹2,000 each and is directly transferred to farmers’ bank accounts. This support helps small and marginal farmers meet their agricultural expenses, including seeds, fertilizers, and irrigation.
Why Some Farmers Won’t Get the 21st Installment
According to recent updates on the official PM-KISAN portal, the government suspects that some individuals have been availing benefits fraudulently. Common irregularities include:
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Individuals who acquired land ownership after February 1, 2019.
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Families where multiple members are receiving benefits, despite only one member being eligible.
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Cases where farmers’ details do not match with official land records.
In such cases, the installment has been withheld until physical verification is completed.
What is Physical Verification?
Physical verification involves on-ground checks by government officials to confirm:
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Whether the land is genuinely in the farmer’s name.
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How many family members are already receiving benefits.
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Whether the online details provided match the actual records.
If discrepancies are found, not only can the installment be blocked, but previous installments may also be recovered by the government.
e-KYC Mandatory for 21st Installment
One of the most common reasons for stalled payments is incomplete e-KYC. The government has made Aadhaar-based e-KYC mandatory for receiving installments.
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Farmers must ensure their Aadhaar is linked to their bank account.
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Without e-KYC, the upcoming ₹2,000 payment will not be credited.
Those who have not completed this step still have time to update their KYC online or through Common Service Centers (CSCs).
How to Check Beneficiary Status Online
Farmers can easily verify whether they are eligible for the 21st installment by checking their beneficiary status online:
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Visit the official PM-KISAN website.
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Click on the ‘Beneficiary Status’ option.
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Enter your Aadhaar number, bank account number, or registered mobile number.
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Click on ‘Get Data’ to view your payment status.
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If required, update your e-KYC details immediately.
When Will the 21st Installment Be Released?
As per media reports, the government is likely to release the 21st installment in October 2025, before the Diwali festival. Nearly 10 crore farmers are expected to benefit, each receiving ₹2,000 directly in their accounts.
So far, 20 installments have already been released under the PM-KISAN scheme, each time providing timely relief to millions of farmers across the country.
Key Takeaway
Farmers must ensure that their records are accurate, e-KYC is completed, and Aadhaar is linked with their bank account. Those failing to comply risk losing out on the 21st installment. With the festive season approaching, timely verification will ensure that farmers do not miss the much-needed financial support.
