Waiting for the next ₹2,000 to land in your bank account? The PM Kisan 24th installment is expected in October 2026, following the 23rd payment that reached more than 9.44 crore farmers on June 20, 2026. The government has not announced the exact release date yet, but the four-month payment cycle points to this month.
This guide explains the expected PM Kisan 24th installment date, how to check your beneficiary status in under two minutes, and the five eKYC and bank checks that decide whether your money arrives on time or gets stuck. Every step below works on a mobile phone.
PM Kisan 24th Installment: Quick Facts
Here is everything you need at a glance before the money is released.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme name | Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) |
| Installment number | 24th |
| Amount per farmer | ₹2,000 (₹6,000 per year in three parts) |
| Previous (23rd) installment | June 20, 2026 |
| Expected 24th installment | October 2026 (official date awaited) |
| Farmers paid in 23rd installment | Over 9.44 crore |
| eKYC | Mandatory |
| Official website | pmkisan.gov.in |
| Helpline | 155261 / 1800-115-526 (toll-free) |
When Will the PM Kisan 24th Installment Arrive?
PM-KISAN pays ₹6,000 a year in three equal parts, roughly once every four months. The usual windows are April–July, August–November and December–March. Since the 23rd installment was released on June 20, 2026, the PM Kisan 24th installment falls in the August–November window, and most reports expect it in October 2026, close to the festive season.
Past releases have often been timed with a public event addressed by the Prime Minister, where the money is transferred to all eligible farmers at once through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The date is usually announced on the official PM-KISAN website and the scheme’s social media handles a few days before the transfer.
Important: Ignore WhatsApp forwards or YouTube videos that claim a “confirmed” date without an official source. Until the Ministry of Agriculture announces it, any date you see is only an estimate.
Also note that the annual benefit is still ₹6,000. Messages claiming the PM Kisan amount has been raised to ₹10,000 or ₹12,000 are not backed by any official order at the time of writing.
Who Is Eligible for the 24th Installment?
The scheme covers landholding farmer families who own cultivable land, subject to exclusion rules. You should receive the PM Kisan 24th installment if all of these are true:
- Your land records are verified and seeded in the PM-KISAN database.
- Your eKYC is complete.
- Your bank account is linked with Aadhaar and enabled for DBT.
- You received earlier installments without being flagged as ineligible.
The following groups are not eligible, even if they own farmland:
- Institutional landholders.
- Current or former holders of constitutional posts, ministers, MPs, MLAs and mayors.
- Serving or retired government employees (except Multi-Tasking Staff, Class IV and Group D).
- Pensioners receiving ₹10,000 or more per month.
- People who paid income tax in the last assessment year.
- Registered professionals such as doctors, engineers, lawyers and chartered accountants who practise.
How to Check PM Kisan 24th Installment Status
You can check your status on the official website using just your registration number or mobile number. Follow these steps:
- Open pmkisan.gov.in on your phone or computer.
- In the Farmers Corner section, tap Know Your Status.
- Enter your registration number. If you do not remember it, tap Know your registration number and get it using your mobile number or Aadhaar.
- Type the captcha code and tap Get OTP.
- Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
- Your screen will show land seeding, eKYC and Aadhaar bank seeding status, plus details of every installment paid.
Look for three green “Yes” marks: Land Seeding, eKYC Status and Aadhaar Bank Account Seeding. If all three show “Yes”, you are ready for the PM Kisan 24th installment.
Check the Beneficiary List of Your Village
On the same website, tap Beneficiary List, then choose your state, district, sub-district, block and village. Tap Get Report to see every farmer in your village who is listed for payments.
5 Easy eKYC Steps Before the Release
Missing eKYC is the most common reason farmers lose a payment. Complete these five checks now, before the release date is announced.
1. Complete OTP-Based eKYC Online
On pmkisan.gov.in, tap e-KYC, enter your Aadhaar number, and verify with the OTP sent to the mobile number linked with Aadhaar. This takes less than a minute.
2. Use Face Authentication if OTP Fails
If your Aadhaar is not linked with a working mobile number, install the official PM-KISAN app from the Google Play Store along with the Aadhaar FaceRD app. You can complete eKYC by scanning your face, with no fingerprint or OTP needed.
3. Visit a CSC for Biometric eKYC
Farmers who prefer offline help can visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC). The operator will complete fingerprint-based eKYC for a small service fee.
4. Link Aadhaar With Your Bank Account
Your payment goes only to an Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled bank account. Visit your bank branch and ask them to seed your Aadhaar and enable DBT, or open an India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) account, which is Aadhaar-linked by default.
5. Get Your Land Records Verified
If your status shows “Land Seeding: No”, contact your local agriculture officer or patwari/village officer with your land documents. Payments stay on hold until the state verifies your land.
Why Farmers Miss the Payment (And Easy Fixes)
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| eKYC not done | Complete OTP, face or biometric eKYC |
| Bank account not Aadhaar-seeded | Ask your bank to seed Aadhaar and enable DBT, or open an IPPB account |
| Land seeding pending | Contact the state agriculture department |
| Name mismatch between Aadhaar and records | Use “Edit Aadhaar Details” or contact the local agriculture office |
| Bank account closed or changed | Update account details through the agriculture office |
| Marked ineligible | Check the reason in status and raise a grievance |
If everything looks correct and you still did not get the money a week after release, raise a complaint using the Help Desk option on the PM-KISAN website, call the helpline 155261 or 1800-115-526, or email pmkisan-ict@gov.in.
New Farmer Registration Process
Not registered yet? You can apply online for free:
- Go to pmkisan.gov.in and tap New Farmer Registration.
- Choose Rural or Urban farmer, then enter your Aadhaar number, mobile number and state.
- Verify with OTP and fill in personal, bank and land details.
- Upload your land ownership document and submit.
- Note the reference number to track your application.
The state government verifies new applications. Once approved and eKYC is done, you will start receiving future installments. A new registration completed now may not be processed in time for the PM Kisan 24th installment, so apply early.
How to Know When the Money Is Credited
On release day, the government transfers the PM Kisan 24th installment to crores of accounts at once, so the credit may take a few hours to a couple of days to show in your account. Here are simple ways to confirm it:
- SMS alert: Most banks send an SMS saying “PM KISAN” or “PMKISAN” with ₹2,000 credited.
- Bank app or UPI app: Check your balance or mini statement in your bank’s mobile app.
- Missed call balance service: Many banks offer a missed-call number to check your balance without internet.
- Passbook update: Visit your bank branch or ATM and update your passbook; the entry usually shows “PM KISAN”.
- PM-KISAN status page: The installment details section shows the FTO (Fund Transfer Order) status and the date the payment was processed.
If the status page shows “FTO processed” or “Payment success” but your bank does not show the credit, wait two working days and then contact your bank branch with the transaction details.
Beware of PM Kisan Scams
Every time an installment is due, fraudsters send fake messages using the PM Kisan name. Stay safe with these rules:
- The government never asks for your OTP, UPI PIN or bank password to release PM Kisan money.
- Do not install APK files sent on WhatsApp claiming to be a “PM Kisan app”. Download only from the official Play Store listing.
- Ignore calls asking for a “processing fee” to release your installment. PM-KISAN is completely free.
- Only use pmkisan.gov.in for status checks. Look carefully at the web address before entering any details.
If you lose money to a fraud, call the national cyber crime helpline 1930 immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PM Kisan 24th installment date?
The official date has not been announced yet. Based on the four-month cycle after the June 20, 2026 release, the PM Kisan 24th installment is expected in October 2026.
How much money will farmers get in the 24th installment?
Each eligible farmer family will receive ₹2,000, directly in their Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Is eKYC compulsory for PM Kisan?
Yes. Farmers without completed eKYC will not receive the payment, even if their name is on the beneficiary list.
Can I check PM Kisan status with my mobile number?
Yes. Use “Know your registration number” on the website with your mobile number, then check status with the OTP.
Has the PM Kisan amount increased to ₹10,000?
No official order has increased the amount. The benefit remains ₹6,000 per year, paid as three installments of ₹2,000.
What should I do if my installment is pending?
Check eKYC, land seeding and bank seeding in your status. Fix whichever shows “No”, then contact the helpline if the problem continues.
Final Thoughts
The PM Kisan 24th installment is expected this month, and the farmers who receive it first are those with eKYC, land seeding and Aadhaar bank seeding already complete. Check your status today rather than waiting for the release day, when the website is often slow. While you are updating your documents, you may also want to read our guide on applying for a new ration card online and ordering an Aadhaar PVC card.
