Solar Pump Scheme for Farmers: Farmers face many challenges in carrying out farming operations smoothly, and one of the biggest challenges is irrigation. Due to a lack of electricity, most farmers struggle to run their irrigation systems properly. To address this issue, the government has launched several schemes that help farmers install solar pumps in their fields.

Under these schemes, the government provides a 90 to 100 percent subsidy on solar pumps. Farmers can benefit from the scheme by contributing just 10 percent after applying. With this, they can irrigate their fields for 12 hours while paying only a small share of the cost.

Subsidy Available on 3, 4.5, 7.5, and 10 HP Solar Pumps

Under the Pradhan Mantri Kusum C-1 Solar Pump Yojana, farmers can run electric motors on solar power. According to media reports, farmers can apply for 3 HP, 5 HP, and 7.5 HP electric motors and receive subsidies. The solar plants to be installed are:

  • 3 HP motor requires a 4.5 kW solar plant
  • 5 HP motor requires a 7.5 kW solar plant
  • 10 HP motor requires a 14.9 kW solar plant

Farmers will only need to pay 10 percent of the total cost, with the government covering the remaining 90 percent. Additionally, farmers from Scheduled Tribes will receive a 100% grant.

100% Grant for Scheduled Tribe Farmers

Farmers from Scheduled Tribe, Vantagiya, and Musahar castes are eligible for a 100% grant under the scheme.

How to Apply for the Scheme

Farmers who wish to apply for this scheme can visit the official website: www.kusumc1.in. The scheme will benefit 10,000 farmers across Uttar Pradesh.

Verification Process for Benefits

After applying, farmers must undergo a verification process. The verification will be done by the Junior Engineer, Accountant, and Village Development Officer from the Electricity Department. After successful verification, the required documents must be submitted to the UP NEDA office. Once the paperwork is completed, the benefits of the scheme will be provided to the farmers. For more details, farmers can contact the UP NEDA office located at Vikas Bhawan.