Everything You Need to Know About the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM‑KISAN) 21st Installment in 2025
Millions of small and marginal farmers across India look forward to the quarterly payments under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme — and the 21st installment is the next important one on the calendar. Here’s a full breakdown of what we know so far about the 21st payment: expected timing, eligibility, how to track your payment, and what farmers should do to ensure they receive it.
✅ What the 21st Installment Means
Under the PM-KISAN scheme, eligible farmer families receive ₹6,000 per year in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each. The 21st installment represents the upcoming tranche in this ongoing scheme cycle. EzeePay+2ClearTax+2
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The 19th installment was released in early 2025. India Today+1
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The 20th installment was credited on 2 August 2025, benefiting over 9.7 crore farmers. www.bajajfinserv.in+1
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The 21st installment is therefore the next payment in line, expected in October 2025 (or possibly November) according to multiple reports. India TV News
So for farmers, the 21st installment means another ₹2,000 bank credit — provided all eligibility and verification criteria are met.
🗓️ Expected Release Date: What the Latest Says
While there is no official date announced for the 21st installment yet, here’s what the reports show:
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Many news sources and portals indicate October 2025 as the likely month of release. Siri Vishnu School+2Goodreturns+2
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Some suggest it may arrive before Diwali 2025, giving farmers a boost ahead of the festive season. Free Press Journal+1
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A few outlets mention that four states (Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu & Kashmir) already received the 21st installment in early October 2025 (e.g., J&K on 7 October) under special circumstances. Free Press Journal
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Aggregated trend data also suggests an expected date around 10 October 2025 for trending search interest. LatestLY
🛈 Important: Since the government hasn’t officially declared the full‐nation release date yet, farmers should treat October as the likely timeframe — not a guaranteed date.
🎯 Why Some Farmers Might Not Receive It on Time
There are a few common reasons why farmers may face delays or may not receive the installment as expected:
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e-KYC and Aadhaar-bank linking: The government has made e-KYC (linking Aadhaar with bank + active mobile number) mandatory for payment. EzeePay+1
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Land record verification / eligibility mismatches: If land ownership records don’t match or beneficiary status is not updated, payments may be withheld. Krishi Jagran
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Incomplete beneficiary data: The government has reportedly flagged around 31 lakh names under possible ineligible claims in advance of the 21st installment. Navbharat Times
Farmers must check and update their details well before the expected release to avoid disruptions.
📋 How to Check Your Status & Ensure You’re Covered
Here’s a quick step-by-step for farmers to track their entitlement and payment status:
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Visit the official PM-KISAN portal: pmkisan.gov.in Siri Vishnu School
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Go to “Farmers Corner” → “Beneficiary Status”.
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Enter one of the identifiers: Aadhaar number / Bank account number / Registered mobile number.
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Click “Get Data” — you’ll see:
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Your name, father/husband’s name
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State, district, village details
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Installments credited and pending
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Aadhaar verification & bank account status
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Also: If you haven’t completed e-KYC or verified your Aadhaar‐bank link, you should visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or link it online.
🔍 Final Word
The 21st installment of PM-KISAN is scheduled for October 2025, with strong chances of being credited before Diwali, though the definitive nationwide date is still awaited. Farmers who have completed all formalities—e-KYC, Aadhaar-bank linking, land record eligibility—stand to receive ₹2,000 directly into their accounts. Those yet to update their details should act promptly to avoid missing out or facing delays.
By staying proactive, you can ensure the benefit lands when expected, helping cover input costs, maintenance, or broader farm/household expenses. Keep checking the official portal and your bank account around the expected timeframe.

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