Farmers Can Now Get 75% Subsidy on Solar Pumps in Haryana – Apply Before 21 April 2025

Key Highlights:

• 75% subsidy on solar pumps for Haryana farmers.

• Apply under the PM Kusum Yojana before 21 April 2025.

• Available for 3 HP to 10 HP solar pumps.

• Only for farmers without existing solar/electric pumps.

• Priority for those who applied for electric pumps (2019–2023).

• Farmers must deposit the beneficiary share to confirm the application.

• Apply online via the saralharyana.gov.in portal.

• Documents like Fard, ID proof, and bank details are required.

• Survey and installation handled by a selected company.

• Groundwater level rules apply for eligibility.

To help farmers reduce their irrigation expenses, the Haryana government is offering a 75% subsidy on solar pumps under the PM Kusum Yojana. With this scheme, farmers can save on electricity bills and get reliable irrigation using solar-powered pumps.

Under this scheme, farmers can apply for solar pumps ranging from 3 HP to 10 HP. The government aims to promote affordable and sustainable farming with this initiative.

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Who Will Get Priority for Solar Pump Subsidy?

Farmers who meet any of the following criteria will be given preference under the scheme:

• Farmers who already have an agriculture electricity connection (Krishi Pump) but are willing to disconnect it.

• Farmers who have applied for electricity connections but have not received them yet.

• Those who had applied for electricity-based tubewells (1 HP to 10 HP) from 2019 to 2023 under UHBVN or DHBVN.

• To qualify, existing electricity applicants must surrender their power connection.

Beneficiaries will be selected in 2025 based on annual income and land ownership records. Farmers only need to dig a borewell; the chosen company will handle the solar pump installation.

Applicants must Deposit Their Share

Farmers who had applied earlier between 20 February to 5 March 2024 and 11 July to 25 July 2024 must deposit their beneficiary share if they haven’t already.

• If they don’t deposit their share, their old application will be canceled.

• If they’ve already applied during the above dates, they don’t need to reapply, just deposit the share as per the earlier challan.

Eligibility Criteria for Solar Pump Scheme

To apply for the PM Kusum Solar Pump scheme, the farmer must meet these conditions:

• There must be no existing solar pump in the name of the farmer or their family.

• No electricity-based pump should be registered in the farmer’s name.

• The applicant must have agricultural land in their name (Jamabandi or Fard).

• In villages where groundwater is below 100 feet, drip or sprinkler systems are required.

• Farmers growing paddy in areas where the groundwater is below 40 meters (as per the HWRA report) are not eligible.

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Required Documents for Application

Farmers will need the following documents while applying:

• Family ID (Parivar Pehchan Patra)

• Jamabandi or Fard (land ownership proof)

• Residence certificate

• Bank passbook copy (for account details)

• Bank draft or receipt of the farmer’s contribution

• Old electricity tubewell application number (for priority)

How to Apply for Solar Pump Subsidy in Haryana

Only farmers from Haryana are eligible to apply. Applications must be submitted online through the Saral Portal of the Haryana Government: saralharyana.gov.in

Steps to Apply:

1. Visit the Saral Portal.

2. Log in or register as a new user.

3. Select “PM Kusum Solar Pump” service.

4. Choose the capacity and type of solar pump.

5. Select your preferred company for installation.

6. Deposit your share of the cost as shown in the challan.

7. Save the payment proof for your records.

8. Submit land proof (Fard) and payment proof to the selected company during the survey. Last Date to Apply: 21 April 2025

Where to Get Help or More Information

For more details about the Solar Pump Subsidy Scheme, visit the official website: hareda.gov.in

You can also contact:

• Project Officer or Assistant Project Officer at the Additional Deputy Commissioner's office

• The office of the New and Renewable Energy Department
  Office Hours: 9 AM to 5 PM

By taking advantage of this scheme, farmers in Haryana can reduce costs, adopt green energy, and improve crop irrigation efficiency. Apply soon before the deadline!

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CMV360 Says

The PM Kusum Yojana offers a great opportunity for Haryana farmers to install solar pumps with a 75% subsidy. It helps reduce irrigation costs and dependence on electricity. Eligible farmers must apply online by 21 April 2025 and submit the required documents and contribution to avail the benefits of this eco-friendly scheme.