Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) 2026 – ₹6000 per year support
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Quick answer
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) is a central government scheme that provides income support to landholding farmer families. Eligible families receive ₹6000 per year in three equal instalments of ₹2000 each, transferred directly to their bank accounts. To apply, applicants must submit their Aadhaar card, land ownership documents and savings bank account details through the Common Service Centre or the PM-KISAN portal.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹6000 per year in three instalments |
| Ministry / department | Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare |
| Level | Central Government |
| Application mode | Online |
About the scheme
PM-KISAN aims to supplement the financial needs of landholding farmer families by providing direct income support for agricultural inputs and domestic needs. The scheme excludes institutional land holders, government employees, income tax payees and certain professionals.
Benefits
- Financial benefit of ₹6000 per annum per family payable in three equal instalments of ₹2000 each, every four months
Who can apply (eligibility)
- All landholding farmers' families which have cultivable land holding in their name are eligible
Who cannot apply
- Institutional land holders
- Families with members holding constitutional posts
- Families with members who are former/present Ministers or MPs/MLAs/MLCs
- Families with members who are serving/retired Central/State government employees (excluding Multi Tasking Staff/Class IV/Group D)
- Families with superannuated/retired pensioners receiving ₹10,000 or more per month (excluding Multi Tasking Staff/Class IV/Group D)
- Families where any member paid income tax in the last assessment year
- Families with members who are registered professionals such as doctors, engineers, lawyers, chartered accountants or architects
Documents required
- Aadhaar card
- Land ownership documents
- Savings bank account or passbook
How to apply
- 1Ensure you have an Aadhaar card, land ownership documents and a savings bank account.
- 2Visit the nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or access the official PM-KISAN website (pmkisan.gov.in).
- 3Enter your Aadhaar number, name, bank account details, land registration ID and date of birth as per Aadhaar.
- 4Upload scanned copies of your Aadhaar card, land documents and bank passbook.
- 5Submit the self‑declaration and save the application form.
- 6Pay any applicable service fee at the CSC (if required).
- 7Check your beneficiary status on the portal using your Aadhaar number.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for PM-KISAN?+
All landholding farmers' families which have cultivable land holding in their name are eligible, subject to the exclusions listed in the scheme (institutional land holders, government employees, income tax payees, professionals, etc.).
How much financial assistance is provided under PM-KISAN?+
The scheme provides ₹6000 per annum per family, paid in three equal instalments of ₹2000 each every four months.
How can I apply for PM-KISAN?+
Apply online via the Common Service Centre (CSC) or the PM-KISAN portal (pmkisan.gov.in) by submitting Aadhaar, land documents and bank details following the seven‑step application process.
Is there an age limit to avail PM-KISAN benefits?+
Not specified in the scheme data.
Are income tax paying farmers eligible for PM-KISAN?+
No. If any member of the farmer family paid income tax in the last assessment year, the family is not eligible for the scheme.
What documents are required for PM-KISAN application?+
Aadhaar card, land ownership documents and a savings bank account or passbook are required.
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