PM Kusum Yojana
Solar Solutions for Farmers
Scheme Overview
PM Kusum Yojana is a government initiative to provide solar energy solutions to farmers. It includes solar pumps, grid-connected systems, and standalone systems for agricultural use.
Scheme Components
Component A
Solar Pumps
- • 0.5 to 7.5 HP capacity
- • For irrigation
- • 60% subsidy
Component B
Grid-Connected Systems
- • 1 to 10 MW capacity
- • Sell excess power
- • 40% subsidy
Component C
Standalone Systems
- • For remote areas
- • 50% subsidy
- • No grid connection
Benefits for Farmers
💰
Reduce Costs
Save on diesel and electricity
🌾
Increase Yield
Reliable water supply for irrigation
💵
Additional Income
Sell excess power to grid
🌍
Eco-Friendly
Clean energy for agriculture
Eligibility Criteria
- ✓ Indian farmer
- ✓ Own agricultural land
- ✓ No previous solar subsidy
- ✓ Land suitable for solar
- ✓ Electricity connection (for grid-connected)
Application Process
1
Registration
Register on portal
2
Verification
Land verification
3
Approval
Get approval
4
Installation
System installation
5
Inspection
Government inspection
6
Subsidy
Receive subsidy