Punjab CM Solar Pump Yojana — Farmer Solar Subsidy

What is Punjab Mukhyamantri Solar Pump Yojana?

Mukhyamantri Solar Pump Yojana is Punjab government's scheme to encourage solar energy-based irrigation among farmers, reducing dependence on electricity (and subsidized electricity load on the grid). Eligible farmers receive 60–80% subsidy on installation of solar pumps (3HP to 10HP capacity) for agriculture use.

Key Benefits

Solar Pump Capacity vs Farmland

Who is Eligible?

• Punjab farmer with agricultural land
• Land in own name / co-cultivator on jamabandi
• No existing electricity pump connection at the same field (scheme is for new solar pumps OR replacement of diesel pumps)
• Not already received solar pump under PM KUSUM or other central scheme in the last 5 years

Priority:

• Small and marginal farmers (up to 5 acres) — get 80% subsidy
• SC/ST farmers — 80% subsidy
• General large farmers — 60% subsidy

Documents Required

1. Aadhaar card
2. Jamabandi / Fard — land ownership proof showing field location
3. Khasra number of the field where pump will be installed
4. Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
5. Caste certificate (for SC/ST applicants)
6. Photograph of field and water source

How to Apply

Step 1 — Online Application

Visit agripb.gov.in → Solar Pump Scheme:

• Register/login
• Fill field details (khasra, area, water source type)
• Select pump capacity required
• Upload documents
• Submit application

Step 2 — Block Agriculture Office Verification

The Block Agriculture Officer (BAO) visits the field to verify:

• Land ownership
• Water source availability (tube well / open well)
• Suitability for solar pump

Step 3 — Demand Draft / Contribution

Farmer pays their 20–40% share (depending on category) as demand draft to the empanelled vendor.

Step 4 — Installation

Empanelled vendor (tie-up with Punjab Agriculture Dept) installs the complete solar pump system:

• Solar panels fixed on mounting structure
• Pump motor connected
• Controller and starter installed

Step 5 — Subsidy Credit

Government pays the subsidy (60–80%) directly to the vendor. No subsidy amount comes to farmer — vendor provides the system at farmer's share price.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. I use a diesel pump for irrigation. Can I switch to solar under this scheme?

Yes. Replacing diesel pumps with solar is one of the objectives. Apply with your field details — diesel pump users are eligible as they don't have an electricity pump at the field.

2. My well is 200 feet deep. Is a solar pump effective at that depth?

Solar submersible pumps work well for depths up to 200–300 feet with appropriate HP. Select 5HP or 7.5HP pump — the BAO will recommend the right capacity based on your well and land area.

3. Can I use the solar pump for non-irrigation use (home electricity)?

No. The scheme is specifically for agricultural irrigation. The pump is connected to the borewell/tube well. Using solar energy for home purposes through this scheme is not permitted.

4. What happens during monsoon when I don't need irrigation?

Solar panels generate electricity even in monsoon (though at lower efficiency on cloudy days). During non-irrigation periods, the pump simply stays off — no cost incurred and no waste.

5. How is this different from PM KUSUM scheme?

PM KUSUM Component B is the central government solar pump scheme (3-7.5HP) with 60% subsidy. Punjab CM Solar Pump Yojana is the state-level top-up scheme with additional state subsidy (especially for SC/small farmers reaching 80%). Both may be combined for maximum benefit — check with the agripb.gov.in portal.

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