PM-KUSUM Solar Pump Scheme

Why it matters

Replace your diesel pump with a solar pump — the government pays 60% of the cost. You save on fuel forever. Some states offer additional state subsidy bringing your cost down to 10%.

What you get

60% subsidy from central govt + additional state subsidy up to 30% in many states

Eligibility criteria

• Any farmer with agriculture land
• Preference to farmers in areas with no grid connectivity or unreliable power supply
• Farmer should not already have a functional solar pump under government subsidy
• Application must be made through state nodal agency

How to apply

1. 1

   Visit your state nodal agency (DISCOM or State Renewable Energy Development Agency)

2. 2

   Submit application with land ownership proof, Aadhaar, bank details, and passport photo

3. 3

   Pay your share (typically 10-40% depending on state subsidy)

4. 4

   Approved vendor installs the solar pump within 60-90 days

5. 5

   Pump registered in your name; government transfers subsidy directly to vendor