In October 2025, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma released the 4th installment of the Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, transferring ₹717.96 crore directly to the bank accounts of 72 lakh registered farmers via the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. The scheme is a state extension of the central PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana; under the combined scheme, Rajasthan farmers receive ₹9,000 per year (₹6,000 from Centre + ₹3,000 from State). The scheme was launched on June 30, 2024 and from FY 2025-26 the total assistance was raised to ₹9,000 per annum. The initiative forms a key pillar of the Bhajanlal government's farm welfare agenda, aiming to address rural financial distress and encourage small and marginal farmers.
Rajasthan CM Transfers ₹718 Crore to 72 Lakh Farmers Under Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi
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In October 2025, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma released the 4th installment of the Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, transferring ₹717.96 crore directly to the bank accounts of 72 lakh registered farmers via the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. The scheme is a state extension of the central PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana; under the combined scheme, Rajasthan farmers receive ₹9,000 per year (₹6,000 from Centre + ₹3,000 from State). The scheme was launched on June 30, 2024 and from FY 2025-26 the total assistance was raised to ₹9,000 per annum. The initiative forms a key pillar of the Bhajanlal government's farm welfare agenda, aiming to address rural financial distress and encourage small and marginal farmers.
Key facts
- Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma released the 4th installment of Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi in October 2025.
- A total of ₹717.96 crore was transferred via DBT to 72 lakh registered farmers.
- The scheme supplements PM-KISAN, raising total annual farmer support to ₹9,000 per beneficiary.
- Rajasthan contributes ₹3,000 per year in addition to the Centre's ₹6,000 under PM-KISAN.
- The scheme was launched on June 30, 2024 and the enhanced amount is effective from FY 2025-26.
- The initiative aims to address rural financial distress among small and marginal farmers in Rajasthan.
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Under the combined PM-Kisan and Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi schemes from FY 2025-26, what is the total annual assistance a Rajasthan farmer receives?
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Under the combined scheme, Rajasthan farmers receive ₹9,000 per year (₹6,000 from the Centre under PM-Kisan plus ₹3,000 from the State under Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi), raised from FY 2025-26 as the Bhajanlal government's farm welfare agenda.
Source: Amar Ujala / PM Yojna / Rajasthan DIPR
Frequently asked questions
What is the Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, and when was it launched in Rajasthan?
It is Rajasthan's state-level extension of the central PM-KISAN scheme, providing an additional ₹3,000 per year to farmers. It was launched on June 30, 2024.
How much does a Rajasthan farmer receive annually under the combined central and state scheme?
A Rajasthan farmer receives ₹9,000 per year in total — ₹6,000 from the central PM-KISAN scheme and ₹3,000 from the state Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi.
How many farmers received the 4th installment released by CM Bhajanlal Sharma in October 2025, and what was the total amount?
72 lakh (7.2 million) registered farmers received the 4th installment; the total amount transferred was ₹717.96 crore via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
What is the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, and why is it used for this scheme?
DBT is a government mechanism that transfers funds directly into beneficiaries' bank accounts, eliminating intermediaries and reducing leakage. It ensures efficient, transparent delivery of the agricultural financial support.
Which category of farmers does the Mukhyamantri Kisan Samman Nidhi primarily target, and what is the broader objective?
The scheme primarily targets small and marginal farmers in Rajasthan. The broader objective is to address rural financial distress and supplement agricultural income, supporting the livelihoods of farming families.
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