PMKISAN.GOV.IN - Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme is a Central Sector scheme launched by the Government of India on 24 February 2019. The scheme aims to provide income support of ₹6,000 per year to all small and marginal farmers across the country, holding cultivable land up to 2 hectares. The benefit of the scheme is transferred directly to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.

The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. The beneficiaries of the scheme are identified based on the land records maintained by the state governments. The scheme is funded by the central government and the state governments.

The objectives of the PM-Kisan scheme are:

• To provide income support to small and marginal farmers.
  
• To boost the income of small and marginal farmers.
  
• To reduce the income disparity between small and marginal farmers and large farmers.
  
• To encourage farmers to adopt modern agricultural practices.
  
• To improve the agricultural productivity of the country.

The PM-Kisan scheme has been welcomed by farmers across the country. The scheme has been credited with increasing the income of small and marginal farmers. The scheme has also been credited with encouraging farmers to adopt modern agricultural practices.

Here are some of the key features of the PM-Kisan scheme:

• The scheme is a central sector scheme.
  
• The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
  
• The beneficiaries of the scheme are identified based on the land records maintained by the state governments.
  
• The scheme is funded by the central government and the state governments.
  
• The scheme aims to provide income support of ₹6,000 per year to all small and marginal farmers across the country.
  
• The benefit of the scheme is transferred directly to the bank accounts of the beneficiaries through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.
  
• The scheme was launched on 24 February 2019.
  
• The scheme is expected to benefit around 12 crore farmers across the country.

The PM-Kisan scheme is a major initiative by the Government of India to provide income support to small and marginal farmers. The scheme is expected to boost the income of small and marginal farmers and improve the agricultural productivity of the country.

Here are some of the FAQs related to the PM-Kisan scheme:

Who are eligible for the PM-Kisan scheme?
The following farmers are eligible for the PM-Kisan scheme:

How can I register for the PM-Kisan scheme?
You can register for the PM-Kisan scheme online or offline.
To register online, you can visit the PM-Kisan website and fill up the registration form.
To register offline, you can visit the nearest CSC center and fill up the registration form.

How much will I get under the PM-Kisan scheme?
You will get ₹6,000 per year under the PM-Kisan scheme. The benefit will be transferred in three equal installments of ₹2,000 each.

When will I get the benefit of the PM-Kisan scheme?
The benefit of the PM-Kisan scheme will be transferred to your bank account directly. The first installment will be transferred in December, the second installment in April, and the third installment in August.

What if I have already received the benefit of the PM-Kisan scheme?
If you have already received the benefit of the PM-Kisan scheme, you will not be eligible for the scheme again.

What if I have any other questions about the PM-Kisan scheme?
You can contact the PM-Kisan helpline at 155261 or visit the PM-Kisan website for more information.