PM-Kisan 24th Instalment on 30 October: Rs 2,000 to 9.34 Crore Farmers, Rs 18,680 Crore in Total; PM to Release From Banaskantha
On the occasion of Diwali, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release the 24th instalment of PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi on 30 October 2026. In a message to farmers, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that Rs 18,680 crore will reach the accounts of more than 9.34 crore farmers directly. As per reports, the instalment will be released from Banaskantha in Gujarat.
Key Points of the 24th Instalment
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Release date | 30 October 2026 (Friday) |
| Amount per farmer | Rs 2,000 (Rs 6,000 a year in three instalments) |
| Beneficiaries | More than 9.34 crore farmers |
| Total amount | More than Rs 18,680 crore |
| Mode of payment | Directly to bank account via DBT |
| Previous (23rd) instalment | On 20 June 2026, over Rs 18,880 crore, 9.44 crore farmers |
Celebration and Programme
- Preparations are on to celebrate '30 October as PM Kisan Utsav Diwas' at CSC centres across the country.
- The Agriculture Minister wished farmers a happy Diwali, calling farmers' welfare, prosperity and honour the government's resolve.
How to Avoid Missing the Instalment
- Check your beneficiary status and whether your name is in the list on pmkisan.gov.in.
- e-KYC must be complete and the bank account must be linked to Aadhaar and active for DBT.
- Get land record verification (land seeding) done and correct any errors in details beforehand.
- If there is a problem with e-KYC or bank seeding, contact your nearest e-Mitra or CSC centre.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When will the PM-Kisan 24th instalment come?
It will be released on 30 October 2026.
How much will be received?
Rs 2,000 per eligible farmer.
Where to check the status?
On pmkisan.gov.in through 'Know Your Status'.
Note: This is based on news reports and public government information. Dates, amounts and rules can change, so please confirm with the official website or the concerned office before acting. Emitrawala.com is not a government website.