Wed Feb 19 08:10:00 UTC 2025: **PM Kisan 19th Installment to be Released on February 24th**
**New Delhi, February 19, 2025** – The Indian government is set to release the 19th installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) Yojana on February 24th, 2025. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will transfer the funds, totaling ₹2000 per eligible farmer, directly into their bank accounts. The funds will be disbursed to farmers in Bhagalpur, Bihar.
This marks the continuation of the scheme launched in 2019 to provide financial assistance to farmers. Over ₹20,000 crore has already been disbursed to more than 9 crore farmers through the previous 18 installments. The scheme provides an annual financial benefit of ₹6,000, paid in three installments of ₹2,000 each.
**Eligibility and e-KYC:**
To receive the funds, farmers must complete their e-KYC through the official PM-Kisan website (pmkisan.gov.in). Detailed instructions on how to complete the e-KYC process using Aadhaar number are available on the website.
**Checking Beneficiary Status:**
Farmers can verify their eligibility and check if their names are included in the beneficiary list on the PM-Kisan website. The website provides a search function allowing farmers to check their status by selecting their state, district, and block/village.
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