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Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
₹6,000 per year direct income support to eligible landholding farmer families, paid in three instalments.
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) eligibility, benefits, and the application process are summarised below to help you decide whether this central government scheme from Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare suits your needs. You are generally eligible if you are any eligible resident as per the official scheme guidelines. Key benefits include ₹2,000 transferred directly to the bank account every four months (₹6,000 per year), Direct Benefit Transfer — no middlemen or intermediaries and helps meet farm input and household expenses. To apply for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), farmers can register on the official PM-KISAN portal or through a nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) / local revenue office. Eligible families are also identified by state governments from land records.
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About the scheme
PM-KISAN provides income support of ₹6,000 per year to all eligible landholding farmer families across India. The amount is transferred directly into the bank accounts of farmer families in three equal instalments of ₹2,000 every four months.
Launched: 2019
Benefits
- ₹2,000 transferred directly to the bank account every four months (₹6,000 per year)
- Direct Benefit Transfer — no middlemen or intermediaries
- Helps meet farm input and household expenses
How to apply
Farmers can register on the official PM-KISAN portal or through a nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) / local revenue office. Eligible families are also identified by state governments from land records.
Apply / read on official site ↗FAQ — eligibility, benefits & apply
What is the eligibility for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)?
Eligibility for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) broadly covers any eligible resident as per the official scheme guidelines. It is a central government scheme administered by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare.
What are the benefits of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)?
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) provides the following benefits: ₹2,000 transferred directly to the bank account every four months (₹6,000 per year); Direct Benefit Transfer — no middlemen or intermediaries; Helps meet farm input and household expenses.
How do I apply for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)?
To apply for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), farmers can register on the official PM-KISAN portal or through a nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) / local revenue office. Eligible families are also identified by state governments from land records. Submit your application only through the official source linked on this page.
What documents are required for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)?
Required documents vary by scheme and are listed on the official source. Commonly needed: Aadhaar, bank passbook, income or caste certificate, ration card, and (for farmer schemes) land records. Confirm the exact list on the official portal linked on this page.
How do I check my Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) application or status?
Status and applications are handled on the official government portal, not here. Open the official source linked on this page and use its tracking or beneficiary-search tool. SchemeKendra is informational and does not process applications.
Who is NOT eligible for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)?
Eligibility exclusions depend on the scheme's criteria (income, age, occupation, social category, state). Review the eligibility-at-a-glance panel and the official guidelines linked here to confirm whether you qualify.
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