PM Kisan: Will 22nd Installment Arrive Early Before Budget 2026?

• Reports suggest the 22nd installment of PM Kisan Nidhi might be deposited in farmers' accounts before Budget 2026, which is presented on February 1.
• Under the PM Kisan scheme, eligible farmers receive 6,000 rupees annually in three installments of 2,000 rupees each.
• So far, 21 installments have been disbursed; the 22nd is currently awaited.
• Farmers must complete iKYC and obtain a farmer ID (Rythu ID) from state governments to receive the upcoming installment.
• There are expectations that the government might announce relief packages or even double the PM Kisan amount in the upcoming budget.

Why It Matters: Farmers may receive the 22nd PM Kisan installment early, with potential budget announcements for increased support.