Here’s the detailed information regarding the KALIA/CM Kisan Yojana installment schedule and reasons for reduced payments:
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ToggleInstallment Schedule for CM Kisan Yojana (formerly KALIA)
- Small & Marginal Farmers
- Amount: ₹4,000 per year in two installments (₹2,000 each).
- Timing: Disbursed during Rabi (winter) and Kharif (monsoon) crop seasons. The first installment was released on 8 September 2024 (Nuakhai festival), and subsequent payments follow seasonal cycles .
- Next Expected Installment: Likely around April 2025 for Kharif 2025, pending government announcements.
- Landless Agricultural Households
- Amount: ₹12,500 per year in three installments (e.g., for activities like goat rearing or mushroom cultivation).
- Timing: Installments are typically spread across the year, with no fixed dates specified in the latest updates .
- PM Kisan Scheme Integration
- Eligible farmers can receive both PM Kisan (₹6,000/year) and CM Kisan (₹4,000/year), totaling ₹10,000 annually. PM Kisan installments are paid in three tranches (₹2,000 each) .
Reasons for “Less Installment” or Delays
- Eligibility Issues:
- Farmers may be excluded if they fall under categories like urban residents, government employees, income taxpayers, or medium/large landowners (holding >2 hectares) .
- Landless households must provide an MGNREGS job card to qualify for higher support .
- Incomplete eKYC or Documentation:
- Aadhaar-linked bank accounts and updated eKYC on the portal are mandatory. Failure to complete these steps can delay or block payments .
- Beneficiary List Errors:
- Names missing from the CM Kisan Odisha Beneficiary List (available at kalia.odisha.gov.in) due to incorrect registration or verification issues .
- Technical or Administrative Delays:
- Payment schedules may shift due to elections, budget reallocations, or verification processes (e.g., Jharsuguda district faced delays during by-elections) .
Steps to Resolve Payment Issues
- Check Beneficiary Status:
- Visit kalia.odisha.gov.in → Enter district, block, and GP details to verify inclusion .
- Complete eKYC:
- Update Aadhaar and bank details on the portal to ensure seamless transfers .
- File a Grievance:
- Use the “Online Grievance Application” on the portal or contact the helpline (1800-572-1122) .
Key Takeaways
- Farmers receiving less than expected should first verify their eligibility and documentation.
- Landless households are entitled to three installments, while small/marginal farmers receive two.
- For real-time updates, regularly check the CM Kisan Portal or visit local Gram Panchayat offices .
If issues persist, contact the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment at Krushi Bhavan, Bhubaneswar ([email protected]) .