PM Kisan 22nd Installment: New Rules, Mandatory e-KYC & Farmer ID for Funds

• PM Kisan's 22nd installment for 2026 is expected before Holi, in the first week of March, with administrative preparations complete.
• New rules mandate e-KYC and a separate Farmer ID for beneficiaries to receive the ₹2,000 installment.
• Incomplete e-KYC or Farmer ID creation will stop the installment; OTP-based e-KYC via Aadhaar-linked mobile is required.
• Accurate land records, Aadhaar-bank linking, and updated contact information are crucial for successful verification.
• Farmers must complete e-KYC on pmkisan.gov.in or at a Common Service Center to ensure timely receipt of funds.