Snapshot
Quick facts
Policy status
Active central scheme
Region
India (Central)
Type
Solar Subsidy (Agri)
Verified
Verified by editorial team
Key Figures
The numbers that matter — verify on the official portal
Subsidy up to 60% of project cost (components A/B/C)
Standalone solar pumps, grid-connected pumps, and solar power plants
Support Types
What the scheme actually offers
- subsidy on solar pumps
- support for small solar plants
- income from selling power (where eligible)
Best Suited For
farmersrural solar entrepreneurssolar pump service providers
Fit Business Ideas
Examples this scheme tends to suit
solar pump installation/servicesmall solar plant
Documents You Will Need
- land/farm documents
- Aadhaar
- bank account
How to Apply
Step-by-step process
- 1Apply via state nodal/DISCOM portal
- 2Get sanction & subsidy
- 3Install via empanelled vendor
Warning
Read this before applying
Applied via state DISCOM/nodal agency; verify current state component & subsidy.
Official Government Links
Always verify on these portals before applying
PM-KUSUM (Solar for Farmers) can reduce capital pressure, but only when documentation, eligibility, and execution are tight. Always verify the latest amounts and deadlines on the official portal before applying.