Millions of farmers across India are eagerly awaiting the 21st installment under the ‘Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi’ Yojana. Earlier, there were speculations that the Rs 2000 financial aid would likely be credited by November 6, ahead of the first phase of the Bihar assembly elections 2025. However, with just two days left, reports indicate that the money will be released into the eligible farmers’ accounts before the poll results on November 14, 2025.
Here’s Why PM Kisan 21st Installment May Be Delayed
There is no official confirmation by the government yet. The PM Kisan scheme guarantees farmers a minimum annual income of approximately Rs 6,000. This income is disbursed to farmers in three equal installments. Beneficiaries must complete e-KYC verification, land verification, and check that their bank account is DBT-enabled to receive the money under the income support scheme on time.
Complete E-KYC To Receive Money
E-KYC is MANDATORY for all registered Farmers. For OTP based eKYC, farmers can visit the official PM Kisan portal, while for biometric-based eKYC, they must visit the nearest CSC centers. Farmers can check their eligibility status on the Know Your Status (KYS) of PM KISAN website/ mobile app or Kisan eMitra chatbot for further details.
Banks To Remain Closed For 4 Days This Week
Farmers across Punjab, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu and Kashmir have already received payment. Those who haven’t, let’s find out when banks will remain open. This week will witness 4 holidays due to regional festivals.
Apart from the designated holidays, banks remain closed on Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. Here is a detailed state-wise list of bank holidays, helping individuals and businesses plan their financial transactions accordingly.
| Date | Occasion / Reason | States / Regions Affected | Day Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 5 | Guru Nanak Jayanti, Kartika Purnima, Rahas Purnima | Most states across India | Public Holiday |
| November 6 | Nongkrem Dance Festival | Shillong (Meghalaya) | Regional Holiday |
| November 7 | Wangala Festival | Shillong (Meghalaya) | Regional Holiday |
| November 8 | Kanakadasa Jayanthi; Second Saturday | Bengaluru (Karnataka) | Bank Holiday |
| November 9 | Weekly holiday | Nationwide | Sunday |
Steps To Check PM KISAN 21st Installment Status
Here’s how you can check the ‘PM Kisan 21st Installment’ status:
- Visit: pmkisan.gov.in
- Go to ‘Farmers Corner’
- Click on ‘Beneficiary Status’
- Enter details such as Aadhaar or registration number
- You can now check your village list under ‘Beneficiary List’
