After the release of the 21st installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, millions of farmers across India are now eagerly waiting for the 22nd installment. Questions such as when the money will be credited in 2026, whether it will arrive in February, and why payments may get delayed are at the top of beneficiaries’ minds. Here is a complete, easy-to-understand breakdown of all the key details related to the upcoming installment.
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme is a flagship welfare initiative of the Government of India aimed at providing financial support to eligible farmers. Under this scheme, qualified farmers receive ₹6,000 per year, transferred directly into their bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
This annual amount is paid in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each, usually released at an interval of about four months.
The government released the 21st installment on November 19, 2025, during a farmers’ event held in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. On that occasion, around ₹18,000 crore was transferred directly to the bank accounts of more than 9 crore farmers across the country.
For reference:
19th installment: February 2025
20th installment: August 2025
21st installment: November 2025
With all three installments for 2025 already credited, the next payment—the 22nd installment—will be the first installment of 2026.
As of now, the government has not officially announced the exact date for the 22nd installment. However, based on previous payment patterns, it is widely expected that the next installment may be released between January and March 2026.
There is strong speculation that the amount could be credited in February 2026. This assumption is based on the fact that:
The first installment of 2025 was also released in February
The government has often followed a similar timeline in earlier years
If this pattern continues, farmers may receive the next ₹2,000 installment in February 2026. Still, beneficiaries should wait for an official confirmation.
Farmers are advised to rely only on official sources for accurate information. All verified updates related to PM Kisan Yojana are published on the official website: pmkisan.gov.in.
Additionally, farmers can:
Use the KISAN E-MITRA chatbot available on the homepage
Check installment status, eligibility details, and payment history
Resolve common queries related to DBT and registration
Despite large-scale transfers, some farmers report that they have not received the previous installment. This usually happens due to the following reasons:
Incomplete e-KYC verification
Aadhaar not linked to the bank account
Errors in land ownership records
Bank account details not updated or incorrect
Not meeting eligibility criteria
In such cases, farmers should immediately update their details on the PM Kisan portal or contact local agriculture offices.
Certain categories of individuals are considered ineligible under the PM Kisan scheme, including:
Income tax payers
Serving or retired government employees (with specific exceptions)
Individuals receiving certain types of pensions
Institutional landholders and other excluded categories
A detailed list of eligibility and exclusion criteria is available on the official website.
The government’s primary goal is to ensure that eligible farmers receive financial assistance on time. To avoid delays or payment failures, farmers should:
Regularly verify and update bank details
Complete e-KYC without delay
Ensure Aadhaar and bank accounts are properly linked
Periodically check installment status online
Staying proactive can help ensure uninterrupted benefits under the scheme.
The PM Kisan 22nd installment is expected to bring much-needed financial support to farmers in early 2026, with February being the most likely month based on past trends. Until an official announcement is made, beneficiaries should stay alert, keep their records updated, and follow only government-approved sources for information.
This preparation will help farmers receive their rightful benefits without unnecessary delays.
