PM-KUSUM Solar Pump 2026: Up to 60% Subsidy — Eligibility, Farmer Share & Fake-Site Warning
PM-KUSUM helps farmers install standalone solar pumps or solarise grid pumps with combined central and state support. Applications go only through the state nodal agency's official portal.
The subsidy structure is from MNRE's PM-KUSUM guidelines. Your state's nodal agency sets the actual farmer share, pump rates and application window.
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- Central support
- 30% (50% in NE/hill states & islands)
- State support
- At least 30% (varies by state)
- Farmer share
- Remaining ~40%, bank loan possible
- Pump size (Component B)
- Up to 7.5 HP (larger at own cost of extra)
What is it?
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) has three parts: Component A for small solar plants on barren/farm land, Component B for standalone off-grid solar pumps, and Component C for solarising existing grid-connected pumps.
Benefits
Diesel savings, free daytime irrigation power, and under Components A and C the chance to sell surplus power to the DISCOM for extra income.
Eligibility criteria
- ✓Individual farmer, group of farmers, FPO, panchayat or cooperative
- ✓Own agricultural land with a water source (well/borewell)
- ✓Component C: an existing grid-connected agricultural pump
- ✓Selection as per state's target and priority list
Documents required
- ✓Aadhaar
- ✓Land records (khasra/khatauni/7-12)
- ✓Bank passbook
- ✓Photo and mobile number
- ✓Water-source declaration and existing electricity connection details (Component C)
How to apply — step by step
- Visit pmkusum.mnre.gov.in and open the 'State-wise portal' list
- Go to your state nodal agency's link (e.g. agriculture or renewable energy department)
- Register, fill farm and pump details and upload documents
- Pay the farmer share only after official selection, through the state portal
- Vendor installs; keep installation and warranty papers
Important dates
Each state opens windows with fixed targets. Check your state portal regularly; first-come or lottery selection is common.
Common mistakes to avoid
- ✓Paying 'registration fee' on look-alike websites — MNRE has repeatedly warned about fake KUSUM portals
- ✓Choosing a pump bigger than the water source supports
- ✓Paying vendors directly before selection
- ✓Wrong land record details causing rejection
Frequently asked questions
Is there a central online form?
No. Applications go through your state's nodal agency; the MNRE site only lists official state links.
Can a tenant farmer apply?
Rules vary by state; many require land ownership or a registered lease.
How do I identify a fake site?
Official sites end with .gov.in or .nic.in and are linked from pmkusum.mnre.gov.in. Never pay via UPI to individuals.
Is a bank loan available?
Yes, banks can finance part of the farmer's share under priority-sector lending.
Answer 5–7 simple questions and get your eligibility score in 2 minutes.
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