Millions of farmers waiting for the next payment under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme could receive an update soon. The 24th instalment of ₹2,000 is expected in the coming period, with reports suggesting that the payment could reach eligible farmers around October 2026.

However, farmers should note that an official date for the 24th instalment has not been confirmed in the information available so far. Therefore, any specific October payment date should be treated as an expectation until the government formally announces the schedule.

Under PM-Kisan, eligible farming families receive ₹6,000 annually from the central government. Instead of being paid in one transaction, the amount is transferred directly to beneficiaries' bank accounts in three instalments of ₹2,000 each.

The upcoming payment is particularly important for farmers whose previous instalment was held up because of incomplete e-KYC or land-verification requirements. Some such beneficiaries could potentially receive their pending amount after correcting their records.

When Could the PM-Kisan 24th Instalment Arrive?

The 24th instalment is being closely watched as the festive season approaches.

October will bring major festive activity, followed by Diwali in November. Reports tracking the scheme suggest that the next ₹2,000 payment could be released during this period, potentially in October.

Previous payment schedules show that the government does not necessarily release PM-Kisan instalments on exactly the same date every year.

For example, a payment under the scheme was transferred to farmers on November 19 last year, while in 2024, an instalment was released on October 5.

These previous dates may provide some context, but they should not be interpreted as confirmation of the 2026 payment schedule. Beneficiaries should wait for an official announcement regarding the 24th instalment.

e-KYC Is Crucial for Receiving PM-Kisan Benefits

Farmers expecting the next instalment should ensure that all mandatory requirements linked to their PM-Kisan registration have been completed.

One of the most important requirements is e-KYC.

A beneficiary whose e-KYC remains incomplete may face a delay or withholding of the PM-Kisan payment. Farmers should therefore check their beneficiary records rather than waiting until the instalment is released.

Aadhaar and bank-account details also need to meet the scheme's applicable requirements so that Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) payments can be processed correctly.

Incorrect personal information, incomplete verification or mismatched banking details can potentially create problems with the transfer.

Some Farmers Could Get the Pending 23rd Instalment Too

The next payment could be particularly important for farmers who did not receive the previous instalment.

According to the report, some beneficiaries missed the 23rd instalment because their e-KYC or land verification had not been completed at the required time.

If those farmers have subsequently corrected their records, completed e-KYC and successfully finished the required land verification, their pending payment may become eligible for processing.

This means some qualifying beneficiaries could potentially receive the pending 23rd instalment along with the 24th instalment, subject to successful verification and eligibility.

Since each regular PM-Kisan instalment is ₹2,000, a beneficiary receiving both a pending and current instalment could receive a larger combined transfer. However, this should not be considered automatic for every farmer who missed the previous payment. The release of any pending amount depends on the beneficiary's eligibility and completion of the required verification process.

Check These Details Before the Next Payment

Farmers waiting for PM-Kisan money should use the time before the next instalment to review their beneficiary information.

They should make sure that e-KYC has been completed, Aadhaar and bank details are correctly recorded, and any required land-verification process has been successfully completed.

If an earlier instalment was not received, the beneficiary should also check whether the payment was stopped because of a verification issue, incorrect records or another eligibility-related reason.

Correcting these issues in advance can reduce the chances of another payment being delayed.

How Much Money Do Farmers Receive Under PM-Kisan?

PM-Kisan is a central government income-support programme for eligible farmer families.

Under the scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive a total of ₹6,000 during a financial year, divided into three equal instalments:

The money is transferred directly into the bank accounts of eligible beneficiaries, subject to the scheme's conditions and verification requirements.

PM-Kisan Scheme Was Launched in 2019

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi is funded by the central government and was announced in the 2019 Interim Budget. The programme was introduced to provide direct income support to eligible farming households across the country.

Since payments are made directly into beneficiaries' accounts, maintaining accurate records has become particularly important.

For farmers currently waiting for the 24th instalment, completing e-KYC and other pending verification requirements should therefore be a priority.

While reports indicate that the ₹2,000 24th instalment could arrive in the coming period, potentially in October 2026, an official payment date should be awaited. Farmers whose 23rd instalment was withheld may also have a chance to receive the pending amount after successfully resolving e-KYC, land-verification or other eligibility issues.