Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthan Mahabhiyan Scheme
The PM KUSUM Scheme provides financial support for farmers to install solar irrigation pumps.
Benefits
Farmers can receive a 60% subsidy and a 30% loan for the installation of solar pumps, significantly reducing their financial burden. Additionally, they can sell excess power generated back to the government, enhancing their income.
Who can apply
- For: farmer
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
Eligible applicants include individual farmers, groups of farmers, cooperatives, and farmer producer organizations. Key exclusions are income tax payers and government employees in the family, as well as those not classified as poor households.
How to apply
Interested farmers can apply online through the official portal for the PM KUSUM Scheme.
- Visit the official portal and navigate to the registration section.
- Complete the registration form with the required details.
- Agree to the declaration and submit the form.
- Log in to the Solar Agricultural Pumpset Subsidy Scheme.
- Fill out the online application form accurately and attach necessary documents before submitting.
Documents required
- Aadhar card
- land document including Khasra Khatauni
- bank account passbook
- declaration form
- mobile number
- passport size photo
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the PM KUSUM Scheme?
The scheme is open to individual farmers, groups of farmers, cooperatives, and farmer producer organizations, provided they meet specific eligibility criteria.
What documents are required for the application?
Applicants need to provide an Aadhar card, land documents, a bank account passbook, a declaration form, a mobile number, and a passport-sized photo.
How long does it take to process the application?
The subsidy amount is typically sanctioned within 90 to 100 days after the application is submitted.
Can farmers sell the excess power generated?
Yes, farmers can sell the surplus electricity generated from the solar pumps back to the government, providing an additional income source.
What is the financial support structure under the scheme?
Farmers receive a 60% subsidy and a 30% loan for the installation of solar pumps, meaning they only need to cover 10% of the total cost.
Are there any restrictions on the type of land for installation?
Yes, solar plants can be installed on barren or uncultivated land, and on agricultural land if installed in a manner that does not hinder farming activities.
Source: myScheme (myscheme.gov.in) archived page via gov_myscheme dataset. Facts last verified on 2026-06-07.