Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)
PM KUSUM Yojana 2026 – Solar Pump for Farmers with 50% Subsidy
Objective
PM KUSUM (Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) provides affordable solar pumps to farmers, reducing their dependence on diesel and unreliable grid electricity for irrigation — while giving them an income source by selling surplus solar power to the state grid.
Eligibility Criteria
- Individual farmers with agricultural land
- Group of farmers, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), Panchayats, and Water User Associations
- Applicable to all states — each state has its own application portal
- No minimum land size requirement for Component B (standalone pumps)
- Farmers must have an existing diesel pump or be setting up a new irrigation system
Benefits & Features
- 1Up to 50% subsidy from central government on solar pump cost
- 2Additional 30% subsidy from state government (total up to 90% subsidy in many states)
- 3Farmer pays only 10% of the total cost (in states with full subsidy stack)
- 4Annual income of ₹60,000–80,000 by selling surplus solar power to the grid
- 5Elimination of diesel cost — average saving of ₹50,000–70,000/year
- 6Free electricity for irrigation during daylight hours
Required Documents
- Aadhaar card
- Land ownership documents (khata/patta/khasra-khatauni)
- Bank account passbook
- Existing electricity connection details (if any)
- Passport-size photograph
- Caste certificate (if applying for additional state subsidy)
- Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
How to Apply
Frequently Asked Questions
| What is the deadline for PM KUSUM in 2026? | The scheme has been extended to March 31, 2027. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through state portals. |
| How much does a farmer pay under PM KUSUM? | In most states, the farmer pays only 10% of the solar pump cost. The remaining 90% is subsidised (50% by central government + 30-40% by state government). Some states have a bank loan option for the 10% share. |
| Can I earn money from my solar pump? | Yes. Under Component A, farmers can install solar panels on barren or uncultivated land and sell power to the DISCOM at a pre-agreed rate — generating annual income of ₹60,000-80,000 per acre. |
Official Portal & Helpline
1What Is PM KUSUM Yojana?
Diesel pumps are killing the profitability of Indian farming. A farmer with a 5 HP diesel pump can spend ₹50,000–70,000 a year just on fuel. PM KUSUM changes that math completely.
Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM KUSUM) replaces diesel and grid-dependent pumps with solar-powered irrigation pumps — and the government subsidises up to 90% of the cost. The scheme has been extended to March 31, 2027.
2Three Components — Which One Is For You?
| Component | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Component A | Install solar power plants (500 kW–2 MW) on barren/uncultivated land → sell electricity to DISCOM → earn annual income |
| Component B | Install standalone solar pump (2 HP to 7.5 HP) for irrigation → free irrigation electricity |
| Component C | Solarise your existing grid-connected pump → generate own electricity + sell surplus |
Most small farmers apply under Component B — getting a standalone solar pump for their field.
3How Much Does It Actually Cost the Farmer?
For a 5 HP solar pump (costs roughly ₹3.5–4 lakh):
| Who Pays | Amount |
|---|---|
| Central Government | 50% = ~₹1.75 lakh |
| State Government | 30% = ~₹1.05 lakh |
| Farmer's Share | 10–20% = ~₹35,000–70,000 |
The farmer's share can also be covered by a bank loan in most states — meaning some farmers get the pump with zero upfront payment.
4State-Wise Application Portals
Each state runs its own PM KUSUM portal:
| State | Portal |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | upnedakusumc2.in |
| Karnataka | kredl.karnataka.gov.in |
| Rajasthan | rreclmis.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Maharashtra | mahaurja.com |
| Haryana | hareda.gov.in |
Visit your state's agriculture or renewable energy department website for the exact portal link.
5Pump Capacity — What Size Do You Need?
| Land Size | Recommended Pump |
|---|---|
| Up to 2.5 acres | 2 HP |
| 2.5–5 acres | 3 HP |
| 5–10 acres | 5 HP |
| 10+ acres | 7.5 HP |
The empanelled vendor will do a site survey and recommend the right size before installation.
6Income from Selling Surplus Power
Under Component A and C, farmers can sell excess solar electricity to their DISCOM at a fixed rate (₹3.14–4.50 per unit depending on state). A 1 MW installation on 5 acres of land can generate ₹45–60 lakh in annual revenue — making this a genuine income source for farmers, not just an expense reduction.