Explore PM-KUSUM Components A, B and C, solar agriculture pumps, subsidy information, eligibility, application information, government portals and state-wise resources.
PM-KUSUM stands for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyaan . It is a Government of India programme focused on increasing renewable-energy use in agriculture, supporting solar agriculture pumps and solarisation of agricultural electricity systems.
The programme is structured around Component A, Component B and Component C. Component C includes individual pump solarisation and feeder-level solarisation.
Decentralized grid-connected renewable-energy power plants.
Learn about Component A →Stand-alone solar agriculture pumps for eligible agricultural applications.
Learn about Component B →Solarisation of grid-connected agriculture pumps and agriculture feeders.
Learn about Component C →Component A supports decentralized renewable-energy power plants connected to the electricity grid.
The official PM-KUSUM framework describes Component A renewable-energy projects generally in the range of 500 kW to 2 MW. Specific state/DISCOM implementation requirements should always be checked before developing a project.
Component A projects require suitable land and access to an appropriate electricity substation/grid connection. Applicable state and DISCOM procedures determine project selection and connectivity requirements.
Electricity generated by eligible projects may be purchased by the concerned DISCOM under the applicable tariff and Power Purchase Agreement arrangements.
Component B supports eligible stand-alone solar agriculture pumps, particularly in areas where grid electricity is not available, subject to applicable state implementation arrangements.
The MNRE description of Component B covers stand-alone solar agriculture pumps with capacities up to 7.5 HP under the stated scheme provisions.
Correct pump selection depends on water source, total dynamic head, irrigation requirement, crop pattern, land area, pipeline length and other technical conditions. A proper site assessment should therefore be carried out before final system selection.
Component C focuses on solarisation of existing grid-connected agricultural pumps and agriculture feeders.
Under IPS, eligible existing grid-connected agricultural pumps can be solarised according to applicable PM-KUSUM and state implementation provisions.
Under the stated scheme provision, solar PV capacity up to two times the pump capacity in kW is permitted for individual pump solarisation.
Feeder Level Solarisation involves solarising eligible agriculture feeders instead of individual agricultural pumps.
PM-KUSUM financial assistance depends on the component, state, beneficiary category, benchmark cost, tender cost and applicable government implementation provisions.
| Component | Purpose | Financial Assistance Framework | Important Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Component A | Decentralized grid-connected renewable-energy power plants. | Component A follows a project/tariff/PPA-based implementation framework rather than the same pump subsidy structure used for Components B and C. | State/DISCOM tender, tariff, PPA and project selection conditions apply. |
| Component B | Stand-alone solar agriculture pumps. | Under the standard framework, Central Financial Assistance is generally 30% of benchmark cost or tender cost, whichever is lower. | Different provisions apply to specified special-category regions and states. |
| Component C – IPS | Individual grid-connected pump solarisation. | Under the standard framework, Central Financial Assistance is generally 30% of benchmark cost or tender cost, whichever is lower, for the eligible solarisation component. | State support and beneficiary contribution depend on the applicable implementation. |
| Component C – FLS | Agriculture feeder-level solarisation. | Central Financial Assistance is available under the applicable feeder-solarisation provisions. | Project implementation is generally through eligible DISCOM/state arrangements. |
The table is an information summary and is not a subsidy approval or financial quotation.
For eligible Components B and C projects, the overall project cost can involve Central Financial Assistance, applicable State Government support, beneficiary contribution and, where available, institutional finance.
| Financial Element | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Central Financial Assistance | Applicable CFA according to the PM-KUSUM framework. |
| State Government Support | Additional support, if applicable under the relevant state implementation. |
| Bank Finance | May be available subject to the applicant’s eligibility and lender terms. |
| Beneficiary Contribution | The applicable balance payable by the beneficiary. |
Actual financial terms vary according to state, tender, component and beneficiary category.
Documentation differs by component and state. Depending on the application, applicants may be asked for:
For current scheme information, guidelines, application procedures and state-level information, use official Government of India and State Government sources.
Farmers and applicants should be careful of websites, agents or individuals claiming to provide guaranteed PM-KUSUM registration, subsidy or solar-pump approval.
Do not make payments to an unofficial website simply because its domain contains words such as KUSUM, PM-KUSUM or Solar.
Official PM-KUSUM Portal: pmkusum.mnre.gov.in
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PM-KUSUM is the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyaan, a Government of India programme supporting renewable-energy applications in agriculture.
Component A covers decentralized grid-connected renewable-energy plants. Component B covers stand-alone solar agriculture pumps. Component C covers solarisation of grid-connected agricultural pumps and agriculture feeders.
Component A supports decentralized grid-connected renewable-energy power plants, generally described within the 500 kW to 2 MW range under the scheme framework.
Component B supports eligible stand-alone solar agriculture pumps, particularly in applicable off-grid agricultural areas.
Component C covers solarisation of existing grid-connected agricultural pumps and feeder-level solarisation.
IPS means Individual Pump Solarisation. It involves solarising eligible existing grid-connected agricultural pumps under the applicable scheme provisions.
FLS means Feeder Level Solarisation. It involves solarisation of eligible agriculture feeders through the applicable DISCOM/state implementation mechanism.
Subsidy depends on the component, state, beneficiary category, benchmark/tender cost and applicable government provisions. Under the standard framework, Central Financial Assistance for Components B and C-IPS is generally 30% of benchmark cost or tender cost, whichever is lower.
Bank finance may be available for the beneficiary’s share, subject to the applicant’s eligibility and the lender’s applicable terms.
Applicants should check the official PM-KUSUM portal and the designated State Implementing Agency for the applicable application process and current availability in their state.
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PM-KUSUM guidelines, subsidy amounts, eligibility requirements, tender prices, application windows, vendor lists and implementation procedures may change.
State-level implementation may also differ. Applicants should verify the latest information directly with MNRE, the official PM-KUSUM portal and the relevant State Implementing Agency before making an application, payment, investment or contractual commitment.
Page reviewed: September 2026