PM Kisan 21st Installment 2025 Date & Status – Will ₹2000 Be Credited Before Diwali?
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Millions of farmers across India are eagerly waiting for the PM Kisan 21st installment date 2025 to know whether the next ₹2000 credit will arrive before Diwali. The 20th installment was released on 2 August 2025, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi transferred ₹20,500 crore to 9.71 crore farmers from Varanasi. In Bihar alone, around 75 lakh farmers benefitted.
Based on past trends, the instalments are usually credited between August and November each year.
Previous PM Kisan Installment Dates
Since Diwali falls on 20 October 2025, experts expect the government to release the payment in early or mid-October, although no official confirmation has been made.
Bihar Elections and Possible Early Release
The upcoming Bihar Assembly elections add another factor. The Election Commission is expected to announce poll dates by late September. Once the model code of conduct is in place, new disbursements cannot be announced. This raises the likelihood of the 21st installment being released in the first half of October, ahead of Diwali.
What is PM Kisan Yojana?
Launched in February 2019, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) provides ₹6,000 annually to eligible farmers. The amount is credited in three instalments of ₹2000 each. So far, 20 instalments have been released.
Who Might Face Delays?
Some farmers may not receive the amount on time due to incomplete records. Common reasons include:
Beneficiaries are advised to update their records to ensure smooth payment.
How to Check PM Kisan 21st Installment Status
Farmers can check whether their ₹2000 credit has been processed by visiting the official PM Kisan portal:
PM Kisan Helpline Numbers
In case of issues, farmers can contact the helpdesk:
Based on past trends, the instalments are usually credited between August and November each year.
Previous PM Kisan Installment Dates
- 2024: 18th installment released on 5 October
- 2023: 17th installment released on 15 November
- 2022: 16th installment released on 17 October
Since Diwali falls on 20 October 2025, experts expect the government to release the payment in early or mid-October, although no official confirmation has been made.
Bihar Elections and Possible Early Release
The upcoming Bihar Assembly elections add another factor. The Election Commission is expected to announce poll dates by late September. Once the model code of conduct is in place, new disbursements cannot be announced. This raises the likelihood of the 21st installment being released in the first half of October, ahead of Diwali.
What is PM Kisan Yojana?
Launched in February 2019, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) provides ₹6,000 annually to eligible farmers. The amount is credited in three instalments of ₹2000 each. So far, 20 instalments have been released.
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Who Might Face Delays?
Some farmers may not receive the amount on time due to incomplete records. Common reasons include:
- e-KYC not completed
- Aadhaar not linked with bank account
- Land records not verified
Beneficiaries are advised to update their records to ensure smooth payment.
How to Check PM Kisan 21st Installment Status
Farmers can check whether their ₹2000 credit has been processed by visiting the official PM Kisan portal:
- Go to pmkisan.gov.in
- Click on “Farmers Corner”
- Select “Beneficiary Status” and enter Aadhaar or registration number
- Alternatively, choose “Beneficiary List” to view details for your village
PM Kisan Helpline Numbers
In case of issues, farmers can contact the helpdesk:
- Toll-Free Numbers: 155261, 1800-115-526
- Helpline Number: 011-23381092
- Email: pmkisan-ict@gov.in
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