PM kusum yojana uttar pradesh Solar energy is reshaping India’s agricultural landscape, and Uttar Pradesh (UP) is at the forefront of this green revolution. With its vast farmlands and sunshine-rich climate, UP is ideal for solar adoption. Solluz Energy, a leading solar EPC company in India, is empowering farmers and rural communities through the PM Kusum Yojana. Let’s explore how this scheme works in UP and how Solluz Energy simplifies the transition to clean, cost-effective solar power.
Why Uttar Pradesh Needs PM Kusum Yojan
Uttar Pradesh, India’s largest agricultural state, has over 23 million farmers relying on erratic grid power and expensive diesel pumps. The PM Kusum Yojana Uttar Pradesh (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) tackles these challenges by:
- Replacing diesel/grid pumps with solar-powered irrigation systems.
- Helping farmers earn income by selling surplus solar energy to the grid.
- Reducing electricity costs and boosting rural prosperity.
For UP, this means energy independence, financial stability for farmers, and a cleaner environment.
PM Kusum Yojana in UP: 3 Key Components
Component A:
- Solar energy-based power plants (SEPP) of capacity 500 kW to 2 MW will be setup by individual farmers/ group of farmers/ cooperatives/ panchayats/ Farmer Producer Organisations (FPO)/Water User associations (WUA) hereinafter called Solar Power Generator (SPG).In the above specified entities are not able to arrange equity required for setting up the SEPP, they can opt for developing the SEPP through developer(s) or even through local DISCOM, which will be considered as SPG in this case.
- DISCOMs will notify sub-station wise surplus capacity which can be fed from such SEPP to the Grid and shall invite applications from interested beneficiaries for setting up the solar energy plants.
- The solar power generated will be purchased by DISCOMs at a feed-in-tariff (FiT) determined by respective State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SERC).
- DISCOM would be eligible to get PBI @ Rs. 0.40 per unit purchased or Rs. 6.6 lakh per MW of capacity installed, whichever is less, for a period of five years from the Commercial Operation Date (COD).
Component B:
- Individual farmers will be supported to install standalone solar Agriculture pumps of capacity up to 7.5 HP in off-grid areas, where grid supply is not available.
- CFA of 30% of the benchmark cost or the tender cost, whichever is lower, of the stand-alone solar Agriculture pump will be provided. The State Government will give at-least a subsidy of 30%; and the remaining at-most 40% will be provided by the farmer. Bank finance can be availed by farmer, so that farmer has to initially pay only 10% of the cost and remaining up to 30% of the cost as loan.
- o In North Eastern States, Sikkim, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, Lakshadweep and A&N Islands, CFA of 50% of the benchmark cost or the tender cost, whichever is lower, of the stand-alone solar pump will be provided. The State Government will give at-least subsidy of 30%; and the remaining at-most 20% will be provided by the farmer.
Component C: Individual Pump Solarisation (IPS)
- Individual farmers having grid connected agriculture pump will be supported to solarise pumps. Solar PV capacity up to two times of pump capacity in kW is allowed under the scheme
- The farmer will be able to use the generated solar power to meet the irrigation needs and the excess solar power will be sold to DISCOMs.
- CFA of 30% of the benchmark cost or the tender cost, whichever is lower, of the solar PV component will be provided. The State Government will give at-least subsidy of 30%; and the remaining at-most 40% will be provided by the farmer. Bank finance can be availed by farmer, so that farmer has to initially pay only 10% of the cost and remaining up to 30% of the cost as loan.
- In North Eastern States, Sikkim, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, Lakshadweep and A&N Islands, CFA of 50% of the benchmark cost or the tender cost, whichever is lower, of the solar PV component will be provided. The State Government will give a subsidy of at-least 30%; and the remaining at-most 20% will be provided by the farmer.
Component C: Feeder Level Solarisation (FLS)
- Instead of the individual solar pumps the states can solarize the agriculture feeders. Guidelines were issued on 04.12.2020.
- Where agriculture feeders are not separated, loan for feeder separation may be taken from NABARD or PFC/REC. Further, assistance for feeder separation may be availed from the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) of the Ministry of Power. However, mixed can also be solarised.
- Solar plants of capacity that can cater to the requirement of the agriculture load of the selected feeder can be installed through CAPEX/RESCO mode for a project period of 25 years.
- CFA of 30% on the cost of installation of solar power plant (up to Rs. 1.05 Cr/MW) will be provided. However, in the North Eastern States, Sikkim, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, Lakshadweep, and A&N Islands 50% subsidy is available.
- The farmers will get day-time reliable power for irrigation free of cost or at tariff fixed by their respective state.
How Solluz Energy Makes PM Kusum Yojana Effortless
1. Free Site Assessment: We evaluate your land, energy needs, and eligibility.
2. End-to-End Support: From paperwork to subsidies, we manage it all.
3. Quick Installation: Our certified team installs systems in 20–25 days.
4. Maintenance: check-ups and 24/7 troubleshooting.
Why Solluz Energy is UP’s #1 Solar Partner
- UP-Focused Expertise: We understand local farming challenges.
- Premium Technology: Use durable panels and inverters from top brands.
- Transparent Process: No hidden fees or false promises.
- 5,000+ Happy Farmers: Join our growing community of solar adopters.
Solar Power Plants Under PM Kusum Yojana in UP
Farmers can install 500 kW to 2 MW solar plants on barren/uncultivable land or even farmland (in stilt fashion). Solluz Energy ensures:
Smart Design: Solar panels are raised to allow farming beneath them.
DISCOM Partnerships: We secure Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for hassle-free energy sales.
The Future of Solar Energy in Uttar Pradesh
With PM Kusum Yojana, UP is poised to become India’s solar farming hub. Solluz Energy is committed to:
- Expanding solar access to 10,000+ villages by 2025.
- Creating rural jobs through solar projects.
Cutting agricultural carbon footprints by 1 million tons/year.
