PM-Kisan 20th and 21st Installment Dates 2025: Complete Your Aadhaar e-KYC to Receive the Payment
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme has been a vital financial support system for millions of small and marginal farmers across India. As beneficiaries await the upcoming releases, ensuring your Aadhaar-seeded bank account is updated and completing your e-KYC on time is essential for uninterrupted benefits.
What is PM-Kisan Yojana?
The PM-Kisan scheme, launched by the Government of India, provides eligible farmer families with an annual financial benefit of ₹6,000. This support is transferred directly into the bank accounts of registered beneficiaries in three equal installments of ₹2,000 every four months (typically across periods covering February, June, and October).
Expected PM-Kisan 20th and 21st Installment Schedule
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20th Installment: Expected around June 2025 (Tentative, subject to official government notification)
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21st Installment: Anticipated around October 2025 (Tentative, subject to official government notification)
Note: Official dates are finalized and announced by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare prior to release. To avoid delays in receiving payment, farmers must complete their Aadhaar e-KYC well in advance.
Why is e-KYC Mandatory?
The Government of India has made e-KYC mandatory to:
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Prevent fraud and eliminate unauthorized beneficiaries.
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Ensure direct benefit transfers (DBT) reach genuine farmers.
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Keep Aadhaar-linked bank details updated for seamless distribution.
Official Ways to Complete PM-Kisan e-KYC
There are four official channels available for farmers to complete their verification:
1. OTP-Based Aadhaar e-KYC (Online Portal / App)
Ideal for farmers whose mobile numbers are linked with their Aadhaar.
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Visit the official portal: https://pmkisan.gov.in.
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Click on the ‘e-KYC’ option at the top of the homepage.
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Enter your Aadhaar number.
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Input the OTP received on your Aadhaar-registered mobile number to complete verification.
2. Biometric e-KYC at CSC / SSK
If your mobile number is not linked to your Aadhaar:
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Visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or State Seva Kendra (SSK).
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Provide your Aadhaar number and complete verification via fingerprint or iris scan.
3. Face Authentication via PM-Kisan Mobile App
Useful for smart-device users:
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Download the PM-Kisan Mobile App and the Aadhaar Face RD App from the Google Play Store.
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Log in using your registered mobile number.
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Select the e-KYC section, enter your Aadhaar details, and complete the facial scan.
4. Checking Beneficiary & e-KYC Status
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Go to https://pmkisan.gov.in.
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Click on ‘Know Your Status’.
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Enter your Registration Number / Aadhaar Details to view your latest payment and e-KYC status.
Tip: System updates for e-KYC status can take up to 24 hours to reflect on the official portal.
How Ezeepay Empowers Farmers with PM-Kisan Services
For farmers residing in rural or semi-urban areas who face technical challenges or limited access to government centers, Ezeepay retailers serve as a local assistance hub.
Here is how Ezeepay helps farmers secure their PM-Kisan benefits easily:
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Guided Biometric Authentication: Ezeepay retail outlets assist farmers in completing biometric and Aadhaar-based verification smoothly without long wait times.
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Face RD & Mobile App Assistance: Retailers guide farmers step-by-step through mobile application logins and facial scanning processes.
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Status Checking & Account Verification: Farmers can visit their local Ezeepay outlet to check their beneficiary status, e-KYC updates, and bank account seeding details.
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Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS) Cash Withdrawal: Once the PM-Kisan installment is credited to the farmer’s bank account, Ezeepay retailers provide convenient, doorstep cash withdrawal services via AePS using just biometric identification.
Through its extensive agent network, Ezeepay ensures that government financial support reaches every eligible farmer efficiently and securely.
