Introduction

The PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-KISAN) is a government initiative aimed at supporting small and marginal farmers by providing financial aid. Since its launch, the scheme has helped millions of farmers.

Key Features

  1. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT):

    • Farmers receive ₹6,000 annually in three equal installments directly into their bank accounts.

  2. Eligibility:

    • Small and marginal farmers with landholding up to 2 hectares.
    • Excludes institutional landowners and taxpayers.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the PM-Kisan Portal.
  2. Register using Aadhaar, land documents, and bank account details.
  3. Track application status online.

Impact of PM-Kisan

  • Improved the purchasing capacity of rural farmers.
  • Enabled timely investments in seeds and fertilizers.