PM Kisan 2026 Update: Status Changed to RFT Signed by State, Check Expected Payment Date

Pm Kisan Status: Great news for crores of farmers across the country! A crucial update has emerged regarding the next installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM Kisan) scheme for the year 2026. Beneficiaries under this scheme are noticing significant changes in their application status, which serves as a direct indicator of when the funds might be credited to their bank accounts.

Understanding ‘RFT’ and ‘FTO’ in Your Status

When beneficiaries currently check their payment status, a distinct update is visible for many. Previously, where the status displayed ‘Waiting for approval by state’, it has now changed to ‘RFT Signed by State’.

What does ‘RFT’ actually mean for a farmer? RFT stands for ‘Request For Fund Transfer’. This indicates that the State Government has verified your data and documents and has formally sent a request to the Central Government to release the funds. Essentially, your profile has received the green signal from the state level. The immediate next step is the generation of ‘FTO’ or ‘Fund Transfer Order’. Once the status shows ‘FTO Processed’ as ‘YES’, it confirms that the payment process is in its final stage, and the money will be credited shortly.

Expected Timeline for Payment

According to the PM Kisan scheme guidelines, funds are distributed in three specific cycles annually. The current installment period falls within the December to March window. Since the previous installment was disbursed in November and rapid status updates are being observed in January, it is highly likely that beneficiaries won’t have to wait until the end of the season.

Analyzing the current pace of work and the appearance of the ‘RFT Signed by State’ status, experts anticipate that farmers might receive the next installment of ₹2,000 within February 2026. While the government has not yet officially announced a specific date, the administrative preparations suggest the release is imminent.

Three Mandatory Requirements to Receive Funds

Apart from the payment date, ensuring your eligibility status is flawless is critical. When checking your status on the official ‘pmkisan.gov.in’ portal under ‘Farmers Corner’, you must ensure that the following three parameters are marked with a ‘YES’ or a green tick:

• Land Seeding: Your land records must be correctly mapped in the portal.
• e-KYC: Completion of electronic Know Your Customer verification is mandatory.
• Aadhaar Bank Account Seeding: Your bank account must be linked with Aadhaar, and the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) option must be enabled.

If any of these options show ‘NO’, immediate corrective action is required; otherwise, the installment amount may be withheld. Farmers are advised to check their status regularly to avoid last-minute issues.