The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM Kisan) is a government initiative aimed at providing financial assistance to small and marginal farmers in India. Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive an annual income support of ₹6,000, distributed in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each. The 18th installment of the PM Kisan scheme is set to be disbursed soon, and farmers can check their beneficiary status and payment details using their Aadhaar number or mobile number.
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana Overview
- Authority Name: Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India
- Scheme Name: Prime Minister Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana
- Launch Date: December 1, 2018
- Annual Amount: ₹6,000 (in three installments)
- Upcoming Installment: 18th
- Official Website: pmkisan.gov.in
Primary Goals of the PM Kisan Yojana
The PM Kisan scheme aims to:
- Provide financial support to all eligible landholding farmers and their families.
- Enhance the income of the agricultural sector by meeting farmers’ financial needs, enabling them to purchase necessary inputs for maintaining crop health and yield.
- Expand its coverage to around 14.5 crore beneficiaries, ensuring financial assistance reaches over two crore farmers, with a total budget of ₹87,217.50 crore allocated by the central government.
How to Check PM KISAN 18th Kist Date Using Mobile Number
Farmers can check their beneficiary status and the date for the 18th installment by following these steps:
- Visit the Official Website: Open your web browser and go to pmkisan.gov.in.
- Go to Farmers Corner: On the homepage, find and click on the “Farmers Corner” section.
- Check Beneficiary Status: Select the “Beneficiary Status” option.
- Enter Mobile Number: Input your mobile number in the designated field.
- Captcha Verification: Enter the captcha code displayed on the screen.
- View Status: Click on the “Get Data” button to view your beneficiary status on the screen.
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This process allows farmers to quickly verify if they are eligible for the 18th installment and plan accordingly.