The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a flagship initiative by the Government of India that directly transfers ₹6,000 per year into the bank accounts of eligible farmers across the country. This amount is paid in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each, every four months.
As 2025 begins, lakhs of farmers are eagerly checking whether their names are included in the latest PM Kisan Beneficiary List and whether the next installment has been released.
In this blog, we’ll explore everything you need to know about the PM Kisan Yojana 2025, including how to check the list, who is eligible, how to apply, and how to track your payment status.
🌾 What is PM-KISAN Yojana?
Launched in February 2019, PM-KISAN is a central sector scheme under which small and marginal farmers receive income support of ₹6,000 per year. The amount is credited directly into the beneficiaries’ bank accounts to help them manage agricultural expenses and improve their standard of living.
Over 12 crore farmers have benefitted from the scheme since its inception.
📋 Eligibility Criteria for PM-KISAN Scheme
To be included in the PM Kisan Beneficiary List, you must fulfill the following conditions:
- You must be a farmer (owning cultivable land in your name).
- The landholding should be up to 2 hectares (small and marginal farmers).
- The land must be recorded in government land records before the cut-off date.
- Your Aadhaar must be linked with your application.
- You must have an active bank account and a valid mobile number.
❌ Who is Not Eligible for PM-KISAN?
Not all farmers are eligible. The following categories are excluded:
- Institutional landholders
- Retired government employees
- Income tax payers
- Professionals like doctors, engineers, and lawyers
- Ministers, MLAs, MPs, and other elected officials
- Pensioners with monthly pensions above ₹10,000
📌 Documents Required for Registration
To apply and appear on the PM Kisan Beneficiary List, these documents are necessary:
- Aadhaar card
- Land ownership documents (Khatauni, Khasra-Khatauni)
- Bank passbook
- Mobile number
- PAN card (if applicable)
🧾 How to Check Your Name in PM Kisan Beneficiary List 2025
If you have already applied under PM-KISAN, here’s how you can check whether your name appears on the latest beneficiary list:
- Visit the PM Kisan official portal (pmkisan.gov.in).
- Click on the “Beneficiary List” tab.
- Select your State, District, Sub-District, Block, and Village.
- Click on Get Report.
- The list will appear with the names of beneficiaries, including the farmer’s name, father’s name, and registration number.
You can search manually or use your Aadhaar or mobile number.
💳 How to Check PM Kisan Payment Status Online
To check if your ₹2,000 installment has been credited:
- Go to the PM Kisan portal.
- Click on “Know Your Status” or “Beneficiary Status”.
- Enter your Aadhaar number, bank account number, or mobile number.
- Click Get Data.
The system will show the payment status, transaction ID, and credit date for each installment.
🔄 How Often is the List Updated?
The beneficiary list is updated quarterly, in alignment with the release of new installments. The government uses state-submitted data, Aadhaar verification, and land records to ensure that only genuine farmers are included.
Once verified, beneficiaries are automatically included for future installments—unless their eligibility changes or documents are found to be invalid.
🧠 Why is Aadhaar Seeding Important?
Aadhaar linkage is mandatory for:
- Preventing duplication or fraud
- Verifying genuine beneficiaries
- Ensuring direct benefit transfer (DBT) reaches the right person
Without Aadhaar seeding, you may be excluded from the PM Kisan Beneficiary List or face payment delays.
📝 How to Apply for PM Kisan Yojana (New Farmers)
If your name is not yet in the list, you can apply as a new beneficiary:
- Visit the nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) or apply online through the PM Kisan portal.
- Click on “New Farmer Registration”.
- Enter your Aadhaar number and captcha.
- Fill in your personal details, land ownership details, and bank information.
- Upload necessary supporting documents.
- Submit the form.
After state government verification, your name will be added to the beneficiary list.
📞 What to Do if Your Name is Missing?
If you’ve applied and your name is not in the list:
- Check if your documents are complete and accurate.
- Ensure your Aadhaar is linked and verified.
- Visit the Agriculture Department office in your district.
- You can also file a complaint or request correction at your nearest CSC.
🧮 How the ₹6,000 is Paid
- First Installment: April to July – ₹2,000
- Second Installment: August to November – ₹2,000
- Third Installment: December to March – ₹2,000
Funds are transferred directly to the registered bank account via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
📈 Latest Updates for PM Kisan in 2025
- The 17th installment is expected to be released in mid-2025.
- The government is focusing on 100% Aadhaar authentication and digitization of land records.
- More women farmers and landless laborers may be included through upcoming reforms.
- A PM-Kisan mobile app update now allows real-time tracking and correction features.
✅ Key Benefits of Being in PM Kisan Beneficiary List
- ₹6,000 annual support helps farmers with seed, fertilizer, and basic farm inputs.
- Financial security for small and marginal farmers.
- Helps reduce dependency on local moneylenders.
- Provides dignity and direct support without middlemen.
🧾 Conclusion
Being on the PM Kisan Beneficiary List 2025 means not only receiving financial support but also becoming part of a larger movement towards empowering India’s farmers. If you’re eligible and haven’t applied yet, don’t delay. If you’ve already applied, be sure to check your status regularly and keep your documents updated.
This small but significant assistance can make a big difference in the lives of millions of rural farmers across India.