The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme was launched by the Government of India in 2018 to provide financial support to small and marginal farmers across the country. Under this scheme, eligible farmers get Rs 6000 per year as minimum income support in three equal instalments of Rs 2000 each.
The scheme has benefited millions of farmers since its inception. So far, 14 instalments have been released under PM-KISAN and the farmers are now awaiting the 15th instalment. In this article, we will provide all the key details regarding the 15th instalment of PM-KISAN scheme.
PM Kisan 15th Installment Date
The official date for disbursement of 15th instalment under PM-KISAN scheme is yet to be announced by the government. However, going by the previous trends, the 15th instalment is expected to be released by end of November 2023.
The funds are usually credited between the last week of November and first week of December every year. So the beneficiaries can expect the 15th instalment amount in their bank accounts anytime during this period.
PM Kisan 15th Installment Status
The beneficiary status for the 15th instalment can be checked on the official PM-KISAN website – pmkisan.gov.in. To check the status, you need to visit the website and click on ‘Beneficiary Status’ option. Here, you need to enter your Aadhaar number, bank account details or mobile number linked with the PM-KISAN account.
After submitting the details, the status of your 15th instalment will be displayed. This will confirm if the amount has been credited to your account or is pending.
PM Kisan Beneficiary List 2023
The government will release the beneficiary list for 15th instalment few days before the actual disbursement. The list will have details of all the eligible beneficiaries who will receive the PM-KISAN funds in their bank accounts.
Farmers can search the beneficiary list on the PM-KISAN portal by entering relevant details like State, District, Village, etc. Having name in the beneficiary list ensures that the farmer will get the 15th instalment as soon as it is disbursed.
Eligibility Criteria for PM-KISAN 15th Instalment
To get the benefits under PM-KISAN scheme, the farmers must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:
- Must be a small or marginal landholder farmer family
- Farmer family should have cultivable landholding in India up to 2 hectares
- The farmer should have valid documents pertaining to agricultural land
- Ages of beneficiaries should be between 18 to 40 years
- Beneficiary’s annual income should not exceed Rs.6 lakhs
- Money will be transferred only to the bank accounts of eligible beneficiaries
Fulfilling the above eligibility conditions is necessary for the beneficiaries to get the 15th instalment in their bank accounts.
How to Register for PM-KISAN Scheme?
Farmers who want to take advantage of the PM-KISAN 15th instalment but have not registered can do so by following these steps:
- Visit the official website at pmkisan.gov.in
- Click on the ‘Farmers Corner’ section
- Select your State and district
- Enter your Aadhaar number, bank account details, mobile number etc
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents as proof
- Submit the PM Kisan application form online
After registration, you can check the application status and also find your name in the beneficiary list when it is released.
PM Kisan Helpline Number
For any queries or concerns related to PM-KISAN scheme, beneficiaries can contact the toll-free farmer’s corner helpline number – 155261. You can also email your queries to [email protected].
Grievances can also be registered by visiting the respective District Magistrate’s office. Farmers must provide the necessary details like name, registration number etc. when contacting the helpline for quick redressal.
Use of PM Kisan 15th Instalment Amount
The main purpose of providing Rs 2000 every four months under PM-KISAN is to help the farmers meet their agricultural expenses. This amount can be used by the beneficiaries for buying seeds, fertilizers, equipment etc. required for farming activities.
There is no restriction on how the instalment amount must be utilized by the eligible farmer families after it is credited to their accounts.
Conclusion
The PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana has benefited crores of farmers across India since its launch. The 15th instalment under this scheme is set to be disbursed by end of November 2023. Eligible beneficiaries can check their status and also search the beneficiary list on the official website. Contacting the PM-KISAN helpline can resolve any errors or pending issues faced by the farmers.