PM-KUSUM Solar Pump Subsidy: How to Apply (2026)
PM-KUSUM Solar Pump Subsidy: How to Apply (2026)
PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) helps Indian farmers switch to solar-powered irrigation pumps with subsidies of 60-90%. For farmers paying for diesel or unreliable grid power, this is a transformative scheme. Here is how it works and how to apply.
1. What the Scheme Offers
PM-KUSUM has three components. The one most relevant to individual farmers is Component B: stand-alone solar pumps for off-grid farms, with central and state subsidies together covering 60-90% of the cost. Component C supports solarising existing grid-connected pumps.
2. Subsidy Amount
Typical structure: 30% central subsidy + 30% state subsidy + farmer contribution, with the farmer sometimes able to fund their share through a loan. In many states the effective farmer cost for a 5 HP solar pump drops to a fraction of the unsubsidised price.
3. Eligibility
- Farmers owning agricultural land with a water source (borewell/well)
- Priority often given to areas without grid connectivity
- Specific criteria vary by state — check your state nodal agency
4. How to Apply
- Visit your state PM-KUSUM portal or the DISCOM/nodal agency office
- Register with land documents, Aadhaar, and bank details
- Select an approved pump capacity based on your land and water need
- Pay your contribution; the empanelled vendor installs the system
5. Choosing the Right Solar Pump
The pump must be MNRE-listed to qualify. Sizing depends on your water requirement, borewell depth, and sunlight hours. BES supplies MNRE-listed Crompton solar pumps and helps farmers with sizing and subsidy documentation.
We help farmers choose the right MNRE-listed solar pump and navigate PM-KUSUM paperwork. Contact us or send a pump inquiry for free sizing guidance.