PM Kisan Yojana 20th Instalment: ₹2,000 Expected by July 26 — Here’s How to Check Status and Complete e-KYC

PM Kisan 20th Instalment Date Update: Farmers across India are eagerly awaiting the 20th instalment of ₹2,000 under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. Earlier, it was widely speculated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would announce this payment during his visit to Motihari, Bihar. However, that did not happen. The announcement was postponed, leaving farmers uncertain about the payment schedule.

Now, fresh reports suggest that the central government is likely to release the 20th instalment by July 26, 2025. Over 10 crore farmers are expected to benefit from this release. If someone in your family is enrolled in the scheme, it’s important to complete e-KYC at the earliest to ensure payment is not delayed.

Why e-KYC is Mandatory for PM Kisan Instalment

To receive the upcoming instalment, completing e-KYC is essential. Without e-KYC, the payment will not be credited to your account. The government has clearly stated that both Aadhaar verification and e-KYC must be completed to receive benefits under the PM Kisan scheme.

Since the payment is expected in the last week of July, farmers are advised to complete the process soon to avoid last-minute issues.

Steps to Complete e-KYC for PM Kisan

To complete the e-KYC process online:

1. Visit the official PM Kisan portal: https://pmkisan.gov.in

2. Click on the e-KYC option on the homepage

3. Enter your Aadhaar number

4. Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number

5. Submit and complete the verification

Alternatively, you can also complete e-KYC offline:

• Visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC)

• Carry your Aadhaar card

• Get KYC done using fingerprint authentication

PM Kisan Scheme: How Many Instalments So Far?

Till now, the central government has disbursed 19 instalments of ₹2,000 each. The last payment (19th instalment) was released on February 24. Under the scheme, farmers receive ₹6,000 annually, in three instalments of ₹2,000 — issued every four months.

Now, all eyes are on the 20th instalment, which is expected by the end of July 2025, pending official confirmation.