“PM Kisan Status can now be checked online as the Government of India has released the 23rd installment under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme.“
The Centre has released the 23rd installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), transferring more than ₹18,880 crore directly into the bank accounts of over 9.44 crore farmers across India. The installment was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Tarakeswar in Hooghly district, West Bengal, on 20 June 2026, marking another milestone in one of the country’s largest Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) schemes.
At the same time, the government has intensified beneficiary verification. The official PM-KISAN portal now warns that payments may be withheld in suspected cases involving incomplete eKYC, disputed land ownership, duplicate family claims, or beneficiaries falling under the scheme’s exclusion criteria. For farmers waiting for the latest payment, checking beneficiary status has become as important as the installment itself.
| PM-KISAN 23rd Installment at a Glance | Details |
| Installment | 23rd |
| Release Date | 20 June 2026 |
| Released By | Prime Minister Narendra Modi |
| Location | Tarakeswar, Hooghly, West Bengal |
| Amount Released | Over ₹18,880 crore |
| Beneficiaries | More than 9.44 crore farmers |
| Annual Assistance | ₹6,000 |
| Installment Amount | ₹2,000 |
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PM Kisan Status: How to Check Beneficiary Status Online
Farmers can verify whether the latest installment has been credited through the official PM-KISAN portal. The process requires only a registration number and OTP verification.
To check your status:
- Visit the official PM-KISAN website.
- Select Know Your Status under the Farmers Corner.
- Enter your Registration Number.
- Complete the CAPTCHA.
- Verify using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- Click Get Details.
The portal displays:
- Current installment status
- Previous payment history
- eKYC status
- Aadhaar verification
- Bank account details
- Land verification status
- UTR number, if payment has been processed
Farmers who do not remember their registration number can retrieve it using the Know Your Registration Number option by entering their Aadhaar number or registered mobile number.
Government Tightens Verification Before Future Payments
The latest update on the PM-KISAN website is not limited to the release of the 23rd installment. The portal also carries an important notice about suspected ineligible beneficiaries.
According to the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, certain cases have been identified that may fall under the exclusion provisions of the scheme. One example mentioned on the portal involves farmers who acquired agricultural land after 1 February 2019, while another concerns cases where multiple members of the same eligible family may have received benefits contrary to scheme rules.
The department has advised that these cases may undergo physical verification before future installments are released.
The portal also states:
“eKYC is MANDATORY for PMKISAN Registered Farmers.“
It adds that biometric-based eKYC is now available through Common Service Centre (CSC) Village Level Entrepreneurs, the PM-KISAN Mobile Application, and State Authorised User Logins, expanding verification beyond OTP-based authentication.
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Eligibility and Who Cannot Receive Benefits
PM-KISAN provides ₹6,000 per year, paid in three equal installments of ₹2,000, to eligible landholding farmer families. The scheme, launched in December 2018, defines a family as husband, wife, and minor children.
The government continues to exclude several categories of beneficiaries from receiving assistance.
These include:
- Institutional landholders
- Serving and retired government officers and employees, with specified exceptions
- Income tax payers
- Pensioners receiving monthly pensions of ₹10,000 or more, except certain Group D and Multi-Tasking Staff employees
- Professionals such as doctors, engineers, lawyers, chartered accountants, and architects practicing their professions
The exclusion list is intended to ensure that financial assistance reaches economically eligible farming households rather than higher-income individuals.
Digital Expansion of the PM-KISAN Platform
The latest version of the PM-KISAN portal shows how the programme has evolved beyond a simple payment scheme.
The Farmers Corner now offers several online services, including:
- New Farmer Registration
- Edit or Update Self Registration
- Beneficiary Status
- Beneficiary List
- Update Mobile Number
- Online Refund
- State Transfer Request
- Voluntary Surrender of Benefits
- Surrender Revocation
- Helpdesk Query Form
- Search Point of Contact (POC)
- Download PM-KISAN Mobile App
- Download Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Form
These services allow beneficiaries to update records, correct personal information, submit grievances, or voluntarily surrender benefits if they no longer meet eligibility requirements.
One of India’s Largest Direct Benefit Transfer Programmes
Official government data shows the scale of PM-KISAN has continued to grow since it became operational on 1 December 2018.
According to the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the 23rd installment alone transferred more than ₹18,880 crore to over 9.44 crore beneficiaries, including more than 2.18 crore women farmers.
The government also reported that cumulative transfers under PM-KISAN have crossed ₹4.46 lakh crore since the scheme was launched, making it one of the world’s largest income-support programmes delivered through Direct Benefit Transfer.
During the release event in West Bengal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the government remains committed to strengthening farmers’ incomes through direct financial assistance and agricultural reforms.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan also said the objective is to ensure that “no eligible farmer is left behind” while maintaining strict verification to prevent misuse of public funds.
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Verification Drives Continue Across States
The portal’s period-wise beneficiary data also suggests that the number of beneficiaries changes between payment cycles. Recent figures displayed on the website range from approximately 9.35 crore to over 10 crore recipients across different installment periods, indicating ongoing additions, corrections, and removals from the beneficiary database.
Government agencies have increasingly relied on Aadhaar authentication, land record verification, bank account validation, and physical field verification to identify duplicate registrations or ineligible beneficiaries. Farmers with pending eKYC, incorrect Aadhaar details, mismatched bank information, or unresolved land records may experience delays in receiving future installments until verification is completed.
As the government continues to strengthen digital verification, farmers are being advised to regularly check their beneficiary status, complete mandatory eKYC, and ensure that Aadhaar, mobile number, and bank account details remain updated on the official PM-KISAN portal to avoid payment disruptions in upcoming installments.
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FAQs
1. What is the PM-KISAN scheme?
PM-KISAN provides eligible farmers ₹6,000 annually in three installments of ₹2,000 each.
2. How can I check my PM-KISAN beneficiary status?
Visit the PM-KISAN portal, select Know Your Status, and verify using your registration number and OTP.
3. When was the 23rd PM-KISAN installment released?
The 23rd installment was released on 20 June 2026.
4. How much money was released under the 23rd installment?
More than ₹18,880 crore was transferred to eligible beneficiaries.
5. How many farmers received the 23rd installment?
Over 9.44 crore farmers received the latest installment.
6. Is eKYC mandatory for PM-KISAN?
Yes, completing eKYC is mandatory to receive PM-KISAN benefits.
7. How can I complete PM-KISAN eKYC?
You can complete eKYC online, through the PM-KISAN app, or at a Common Service Centre (CSC).
8. Why is my PM-KISAN payment delayed?
Pending eKYC, incorrect Aadhaar, bank details, or land verification can delay payments.
9. Who is not eligible for PM-KISAN benefits?
Institutional landholders, income taxpayers, and certain professionals and government employees are excluded.
10. How can I find my PM-KISAN registration number?
Use the Know Your Registration Number option with your Aadhaar or registered mobile number.
11. Can I update my mobile number on the PM-KISAN portal?
Yes, the portal provides an Update Mobile Number service.
12. How much assistance does a farmer receive under PM-KISAN?
Eligible farmers receive ₹6,000 per year through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
