Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)
Ministry of Agriculture Agriculture GOVERNMENT SUPPORT ACTIVE

Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)

(Ministry of Agriculture)
Primary Benefit

Up to 60% Subsidy on Drip/Sprinkler Irrigation Systems

<p>Micro-irrigation expansion and canal/lift irrigation projects.</p>

Dynamic Subsidy Scaling Matrices

Under the official guidelines of this scheme, final margin money subsidies scale dynamically based on your gender, region of business setup, and social categories. Below is the detailed rate catalog:

Gender-Based Subsidy
Men 45%
Women 55%
Regional Demographics
Rural 55%
Urban 45%
Hill Areas 55%
Caste / Social Groups
SC Group 55%
ST Group 55%
OBC Group 50%
General 45%

Benefits Details

  • Up to 55% subsidy for small/marginal farmers on drip irrigation
  • Up to 45% subsidy for other farmers
  • Sprinkler irrigation systems covered
  • Canal and lift irrigation project support
  • Water use efficiency improvement grants

Who can apply?

Any individual meeting the following guidelines is eligible for applying under this scheme:

Target Beneficiary Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit Min Age: 18 years old. No upper age limits.
Target Gender Suitable for Any category of applicants.
Men: 45% Women: 55%
Category Required Farmers with own or leased land
SC: 55% ST: 55% OBC: 50% General: 45%
Location Cover Any Areas.
Rural: 55% Urban: 45% Hill Areas: 55%
State Cover Applicable across all states of India.

Application Workflow Process

  • Apply through District Agriculture Office
  • Or apply through state PMKSY portal
  • Field inspection by agriculture officer
  • Sanction letter issued
  • Install system; subsidy released after verification
1
Online Submission

Submit your promoter profile and bank-ready DPR details on the official nodal portal.

2
Nodal Review

Department agency verifies your details and forwards recommendation to local banks.

3
Bank Sanction

Bank evaluates credit feasibility and sanctions the term loan and working capital.

4
Subsidy Release

Nodal agency releases capital margin money subsidy to a TDR block accounts.

Required Documents Checklist

Keep the following digital copies ready before filling out the online application form:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Land records / lease deed
  • Bank passbook
  • Soil and water test report (if available)
  • Vendor quotation for irrigation system

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Government support programs are strictly intended for setting up **new** micro enterprises and commercial expansions. Existing units availing of other programs are not eligible.

The program offers margin capital subsidy. However, bank credit interest schedules will be charged at standard commercial base lending rates unless supplemented by state interest refund policies.

The Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP) training course is mandatory for all subsidy releases and takes around 5 to 10 days depending on the project investment scale.
Quick Info
Ministry Ministry of Agriculture
Category Agriculture
Max Subsidy 60%
Status Active
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Contact your local District Industries Centre (DIC) or Sri Yojana support desk for guidance and project filing support.

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