CentralMinistry of Rural Development
Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)
Legal guarantee of 100 days of wage employment per year for rural households.
Employment & JobsSocial Welfare
Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra)
Subsidy for solar agricultural pumps for farmers in Maharashtra.
Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra) eligibility, benefits, and the application process are summarised below to help you decide whether this state government scheme from Government of Maharashtra (Energy / Agriculture) suits your needs. You are generally eligible if you are rural residents, residents of Maharashtra. Key benefits include Capital subsidy for solar pump sets / feeder solarisation, Lower electricity cost for irrigation and option to sell surplus solar power to the grid. To apply for Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra), farmers in Maharashtra apply through the state agriculture/energy department portal or the nearest agriculture office with land and farmer records.
Open official source ↗Government of Maharashtra (Energy / Agriculture)
About the scheme
The Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (also known as the Chief Minister Solar Agriculture Pump scheme) provides a subsidy to Maharashtra farmers to install solar pumps / solarisation of agricultural feeders, cutting power costs and enabling extra income by selling surplus power.
Launched: 2024
Benefits
- Capital subsidy for solar pump sets / feeder solarisation
- Lower electricity cost for irrigation
- Option to sell surplus solar power to the grid
How to apply
Farmers in Maharashtra apply through the state agriculture/energy department portal or the nearest agriculture office with land and farmer records.
Apply / read on official site ↗FAQ — eligibility, benefits & apply
What is the eligibility for Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra)?
Eligibility for Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra) broadly covers rural residents, residents of Maharashtra. It is a state government scheme administered by Government of Maharashtra (Energy / Agriculture).
What are the benefits of Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra)?
Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra) provides the following benefits: Capital subsidy for solar pump sets / feeder solarisation; Lower electricity cost for irrigation; Option to sell surplus solar power to the grid.
How do I apply for Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra)?
To apply for Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra), farmers in Maharashtra apply through the state agriculture/energy department portal or the nearest agriculture office with land and farmer records. Submit your application only through the official source linked on this page.
What documents are required for Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra)?
Required documents vary by scheme and are listed on the official source. Commonly needed: Aadhaar, bank passbook, income or caste certificate, ration card, and (for farmer schemes) land records. Confirm the exact list on the official portal linked on this page.
How do I check my Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra) application or status?
Status and applications are handled on the official government portal, not here. Open the official source linked on this page and use its tracking or beneficiary-search tool. SchemeKendra is informational and does not process applications.
Who is NOT eligible for Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Yojana (Maharashtra)?
Eligibility exclusions depend on the scheme's criteria (income, age, occupation, social category, state). Review the eligibility-at-a-glance panel and the official guidelines linked here to confirm whether you qualify.
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