PM Kisan Yojana Next Installment: Thousands of farmers across the country are once again focused on the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) Yojana, eager to know when the next ₹2,000 instalment will hit their bank accounts. The 22nd instalment, part of the ₹6,000 annual support given in three equal ₹2,000 tranches is widely expected to be released between March and April 2026, according to multiple government and news reports.
Why Is eKYC Important?
A key update for this year is that eKYC (electronic Know Your Customer) has become mandatory for every registered PM-Kisan beneficiary who wants to receive the next instalment. The government has made it clear that if eKYC is not completed, payments may be withheld. This step was introduced to ensure that funds reach the right farmers and to tighten transparency in the scheme’s implementation.
Alongside eKYC, many states are also emphasising the need for a Farmer ID as part of the identity verification process, especially for the 22nd instalment. Without both eKYC and Farmer ID, beneficiaries risk not receiving the ₹2,000 instalment.
PM Kisan 22nd Instalment Date 2026: ₹2,000 Payment Release Date, Eligibility, and Latest Updates
How to Complete eKYC?
OTP-Based eKYC from Home
1. Check out the PM-Kisan’s main website on pmkisan.gov.in.
2. Sign in using the mobile number you registered.
3. Go to the eKYC area.
4. Enter your Aadhaar number and verify it with a one-time password (OTP) that will be sent to your mobile number linked with Aadhaar.
The eKYC status will be reflected on the portal within one day after the verification procedure is completed.
Through The PM-Kisan App
1. Download the PM-Kisan mobile app and the Aadhaar Face RD app from Google Play Store.
2. Log in with your mobile number registered under PM-Kisan.
3. Access the status of your beneficiary.
4. Choose the eKYC option and do the Aadhaar app face scan by following the instructions on the screen.
Seek Help from a Common Service Centre (CSC)
If you are having difficulty with the online options, the Common Service Centre (CSC) closest to you can help you do the eKYC via biometrics. Just bring your Aadhaar card and registered mobile number along and the CSC staff will take you step-by-step through the whole process.
Best Tips to Prevent Delays
Early check of your status: Before the payment is made, check, go to the PM-Kisan website, log in and see if your name is in the beneficiary list and if your eKYC status is “Yes”.
Aadhaar detail updates: Make sure the details on the Aadhaar card (name, mobile number) are the same as those on the portal.
Preparation of documents: If the district or state asks for Farmer ID or other documents along with eKYC, have this ready early so that there is no delay in the payment.
With the Indian government implementing new compliance checks under the PM Kisan scheme, it’s strongly advised for farmers to quickly do their eKYC. This will not only guarantee that the next ₹2,000 is transferred to your bank account on time but also prevent administrative hassle the next year.
