Core scheme components and subsidy structure
PMKSY operates through coordinated central and state government components to modernize Indian farm water management.
Major components include:
- Per Drop More Crop (PDMC): Promotes micro-irrigation technologies such as drip irrigation, micro-sprinklers, and portable sprinkler sets to optimize water conservation.
- Preferential subsidy assistance: Small and marginal farmers, women cultivators, and SC/ST farmers receive higher subsidy slabs under state operational guidelines.
- Har Khet Ko Pani: Focuses on creating new water sources, ground water development in safe zones, and repairing traditional water bodies.
- Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP): Expedites major and medium irrigation projects to expand canal command areas.
Eligibility requirements and required documents
To submit the PMKSY online application form, farmers must fulfill designated land and water source prerequisites.
Mandatory documents for submission:
- Land ownership proof: Recent land records (7/12 extract, Khasra, Khatoni, or RoR) proving landholding title.
- Identity verification: Aadhaar card linked with active mobile number for OTP authentication.
- Bank account passbook: Aadhaar-seeded active bank account for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
- Water source verification: Proof of permanent water availability (borewell, open well, farm pond, or canal connection).
- Crop and electricity details: Electricity bill of the irrigation pump set or solar pump installation certificate.
Step-by-step online application and tracking
Applicants can register online via their state-specific horticulture or micro-irrigation portal (such as MahaDBT in Maharashtra, RajKisan in Rajasthan, or e-Horticulture in other states) or through Common Service Centers (CSC). After document verification and field pre-inspection by the local horticulture officer, a work order is generated, authorized vendors install the system, and subsidy funds are released via DBT.
Official source
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Common questions
What is the primary objective of PMKSY?
The objective is to expand irrigation access, improve on-farm water use efficiency through micro-irrigation, and achieve 'More Crop Per Drop'.
Where can farmers fill the PMKSY online form?
Farmers can apply through their respective state horticulture/agriculture DBT portals or at local Common Service Centers (CSC).
Which irrigation systems are subsidized under PMKSY Per Drop More Crop?
Subsidies are provided for drip irrigation systems, mini-sprinklers, portable sprinklers, and semi-permanent sprinkler systems.
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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