PM KUSUM Guide for Farmers

PM KUSUM stands for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan. This national programme supports solar powered irrigation and small scale solar plants on agricultural land. The scheme reduces dependence on diesel and costly grid power, lowers irrigation cost and gives farmers a chance to earn by selling surplus electricity to the grid. Central support is provided along with state level implementation through nodal agencies and distribution companies. The scheme covers installation of standalone solar pumps, solarisation of existing grid connected pumps and decentralized solar plants across rural areas. Major benefits include lower fuel expenses, reliable daytime power for irrigation and new income from power sales when grid connections and net metering are allowed. The scheme has clear components and targets set by the ministry to boost solar capacity in rural areas. Many states also provide additional incentives or faster implementation through state portals and nodal agencies. If you are a farmer considering solar, PM KUSUM is designed to reduce upfront costs through subsidy and lending support.

How farmers can apply and use PM KUSUM

Check eligibility and component fit. Determine whether standalone pump, pump solarisation or a small solar plant makes sense for your land and water needs. Visit the national MNRE page for component details.
Contact your state nodal agency or local electricity distribution company. Many states have dedicated PM KUSUM portals where you can register and track applications. Examples include state portals that publish beneficiary lists and contact details.
Gather documents. Typical requirements are identity, land proof, Aadhaar, a recent electricity bill if grid connected, and bank account details for subsidy transfer. Some states ask for pump details and photos.
Submit application. Apply through the state portal or at a district office. Keep your registration number and follow up with the nodal officer. The installer or vendor often helps with technical specifications and commissioning.
Commission and maintain. After installation, ensure proper metering and any required agreements with the distribution company so you can sell surplus power at the approved tariff. Regular maintenance keeps pumps and panels efficient for many years.

Practical Tips

Practical tips for faster approval and smooth operation include joining farmer groups to negotiate better vendor rates, using accredited installers only, and keeping all receipts and commissioning documents safe for subsidy and loan processes. If you need credit, combine the Kisan Credit Card facility with the subsidy to manage any remaining cost. State schemes sometimes top up central support so check local incentives as well.

Where to find official information

Start with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy official page for PM KUSUM and then open your state PM KUSUM portal for registration and beneficiary lists. Your district agriculture office and local renewable energy nodal agency can also guide you through documentation and vendor selection. National resources provide scheme structure and targets while state pages give application links and contact details.

At Kisan Near Me we can help list accredited vendors, prepare application checklists and connect farmer groups to state nodal officers. If you want a district specific checklist and a step by step guide that you can print or share in local language, contact our support team. Use our solar pumps directory to find installers near you.s

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