Maharashtra Saur Krishi Pump โ Solar Irrigation
Maharashtra Saur Krishi Pump Yojana provides 3HP-7.5HP solar pumps to farmers at 95% subsidy under PM KUSUM. Apply at mahadiscom.in or your agriculture office.
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What is Maharashtra Saur Krishi Pump Yojana?
Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Pump Yojana is Maharashtra's solar irrigation pump scheme that provides 3HP and 5HP solar pumps at 95% government subsidy to farmers โ especially those without electricity connections in remote areas. Implemented through MSEDCL (Mahadiscom) under PM KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan).
Key Benefits
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Subsidy | 95% (for SC/ST farmers); 90% (general farmers) |
| Pump capacity | 3HP (AC/DC), 5HP, 7.5HP |
| Eligible farmers | Priority to farmers without electricity connection |
| Complete system | Solar panels + pump + motor + controller |
| Maintenance | 5-year comprehensive maintenance by vendor |
| Portal | mahadiscom.in / agrimahascheme.gov.in |
Farmer Contribution
| Category | Farmer Pays |
|---|---|
| SC/ST farmers | 5% of total cost |
| General small/marginal farmers | 10% of total cost |
| General large farmers | Varies (may be higher) |
For a 3HP solar pump with approximate total cost โน2.5 lakh, SC/ST farmer pays only ~โน12,500.
Who is Eligible?
- Maharashtra farmer with agricultural land
- Priority 1: Farmers who are pending electricity connection waitlisted for 5+ years
- Priority 2: Farmers with land on a canal command area
- Priority 3: Farmers with no electricity pump / dependent on diesel
- No electricity pending application required for SC/ST in remote areas
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card
- 7/12 extract (satbara) โ land ownership and area
- 8A extract โ khata proof
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST)
- Bank passbook โ Aadhaar-linked
- Photograph of water source (borewell, open well, canal)
How to Apply
Step 1 โ Online Application
Visit mahadiscom.in โ "Saur Krishi Pump" or the state portal:
- Register with Aadhaar
- Fill farm and water source details
- Upload 7/12, 8A, Aadhaar, bank proof
- Submit
Alternatively, apply at the MSEDCL Sub-Division Office or Agriculture Office in your tehsil.
Step 2 โ Field Survey
MSEDCL engineer visits your field to:
- Verify land and water source
- Assess pump capacity requirement
- Confirm solar panel mounting space
Step 3 โ Pay Farmer Share
After survey approval:
- Pay your 5โ10% share (online or at MSEDCL office)
- Receipt issued
Step 4 โ Installation
Empanelled vendor installs the complete solar pump system within 60โ90 days of payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. I applied for electricity connection 8 years ago and it never came. Am I priority 1?
Yes. Farmers with pending electricity applications are given top priority. Bring your electricity connection application number to the MSEDCL office to verify your priority status.
2. Can I use the solar pump for drip irrigation?
Yes. Solar pump output can be connected to drip or sprinkler irrigation systems. This combination maximizes water and energy efficiency. Many farmers combine solar pump with drip irrigation subsidy (PM KUSUM + drip subsidy under PMKSY-PDMC).
3. What if the solar pump breaks down after 2 years? Who repairs it?
The installing vendor provides 5-year comprehensive maintenance under the scheme. Report breakdown to MSEDCL or the vendor โ it is repaired at no extra cost within the warranty period.
4. The water level in my well drops in summer. Will the solar pump still work?
The pump motor switches off automatically if water level drops below the pump inlet (dry-run protection is standard). The pump will restart when water level rises. This protects the motor from damage.
5. Can I sell excess solar energy back to the grid?
This scheme is for a standalone off-grid pump โ it does not connect to the grid for energy export. To sell solar power to the grid, the PM KUSUM Component A (solar feeder/plant) is different. This scheme is purely for irrigation pumping.
Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| MSEDCL / Mahadiscom | mahadiscom.in |
| Maharashtra Agriculture Dept | krishi.maharashtra.gov.in |
| PM KUSUM (central scheme) | mnre.gov.in |
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