Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi
Last updated: 2026-01-15
Estimated benefit
Up to ₹6,000 / year (indicative)
Illustrative ceiling from public communications—not a payout promise.
Important
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Overview
PM-KISAN is a Central Sector Scheme to provide financial support to landholding farmer families across India. The amount is transferred directly into the bank accounts of beneficiaries to help them meet agricultural and domestic needs.
Official eligibility criteria
- Landholding farmer family as per land records
- Age of head of family typically 18+ (state records apply)
- Income and land ceiling criteria as notified by the scheme
- Valid bank account and identity documents for KYC
Eligibility checklist
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- Landholding farmer family as per land records
- Age of head of family typically 18+ (state records apply)
- Income and land ceiling criteria as notified by the scheme
- Valid bank account and identity documents for KYC
Key benefits
- ₹6,000 per year in three instalments of ₹2,000
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts
- Covers small and marginal farmers with cultivable land
Required documents
- Aadhaar card
- Land ownership / cultivation records
- Bank account details
- Mobile number for OTP verification
Step-by-step apply guide
- 1
Open the official portal for PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi.
- 2
Keep Aadhaar, income proof, and category certificates ready (if applicable).
- 3
Submit the online / offline application before the published deadline.
- 4
Track status through the official dashboard or helpline.
FAQs
- Who is PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi meant for?
- Direct income support of ₹6,000 per year in three equal instalments for eligible farmer families.
- What documents are usually required?
- Aadhaar card; Land ownership / cultivation records; Bank account details; Mobile number for OTP verification
- Is eligibility guaranteed if I match on this site?
- No. This platform provides indicative matching only. Final eligibility is decided by the implementing department and official records.
- Where do I apply officially?
- Use the official portal linked from this page. Ministry context: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
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