Definition
PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) is the Government of India scheme launched in 2019 to solarize agriculture via standalone solar pumps, grid-connected pumps, and decentralized solar plants for farmers.
Key Takeaways
- PM-KUSUM = Indian agricultural solar scheme (2019+).
- Three components: A (decentralized solar plants), B (standalone pumps), C (grid-tied pumps).
- 60% subsidy (30% central + 30% state) for solar pumps.
- ALMM-listed modules and inverters required.
- Major rural solar growth driver in India.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 commonly searched questions about PM-KUSUM.
What is PM-KUSUM?
MNRE scheme to solarize Indian agriculture. Three components: A (decentralized 500 kW–2 MW solar plants), B (standalone solar pumps), C (grid-connected solar pumps with net metering).
What's the subsidy?
Component B: 30% central subsidy + 30% state subsidy = 60% of pump cost. Component C: similar structure. Component A: grid-tied PPA with DISCOM.
Who's eligible?
Indian farmers with land suitable for solar pump or small-scale generation. Component-specific criteria for plot size, water source, electricity infrastructure.
PM-KUSUM impact?
Target: 30.8 GW solar capacity. Adds ~2 million solar pumps. Reduces farmer diesel dependency. Adds agricultural income via energy export (Component C).
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