India, being an agriculture-driven economy, heavily relies on farmers. However, irrigation challenges such as unreliable electricity or rising diesel costs often burden farmers. To address this, the Central Government launched the PM Kusum Yojana 2025, aiming to make farmers self-reliant and promote sustainable energy use in agriculture.
Under this scheme, farmers can install solar pumps in their fields by investing only 10% of the total cost, while the remaining 90% financial support comes through government subsidies and bank loans. This ensures uninterrupted irrigation and opens up opportunities for farmers to sell surplus electricity generated from solar pumps, thus increasing their income. The initiative not only strengthens farmers' financial position but also contributes to environmental protection.
Full Name: Prime Minister Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM)
Objective: Promote solar energy use in agriculture and ensure reliable irrigation facilities for farmers.
Financial Assistance:
60% subsidy from the government.
30% bank loan support.
10% contribution by the farmer.
Online Application: Farmers can easily apply online, making the process accessible and transparent.
Reduced Irrigation Costs: No more heavy dependence on diesel or grid electricity.
Financial Support: Government subsidy and bank loan reduce financial burden.
Income Generation: Farmers can sell excess solar electricity to the grid.
Continuous Irrigation: Eliminates issues caused by power cuts.
Environment-Friendly: Encourages renewable energy and reduces carbon footprint.
Self-Reliance: Farmers become independent for irrigation needs.
To apply for PM Kusum Yojana, farmers must meet the following requirements:
Must be an Indian resident.
Must own or lease agricultural land suitable for irrigation.
Must have a valid Aadhaar card and an active bank account to receive the subsidy.
Only real farmers installing solar pumps for irrigation are eligible.
Farmers need to provide the following documents while applying:
Aadhaar card
Residence certificate
Land ownership documents (Khata certificate or possession receipt)
Voter ID
Bank passbook copy
Recent passport-size photograph
Active mobile number
Self-declaration verifying the accuracy of all submitted information
Visit the official PM Kusum Yojana website.
Register by providing basic personal and land details.
Log in and complete the online application form.
Upload all required documents.
Submit the form and note the application number for future reference.
The online process ensures farmers can apply from home without visiting government offices, making the scheme convenient, transparent, and widely accessible.
The information provided is for educational and awareness purposes only. For official updates, eligibility details, and application status, farmers should refer to the PM Kusum Yojana official website or contact the relevant government department.