Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana
Ongoing scheme
This scheme runs continuously. Enrolment follows the standing process described below.
Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) |
| Launched | 1 July 2015 |
| Ministry | Jal Shakti, Agriculture, and Rural Development |
| Beneficiaries | Farmers and State Water Infrastructure |
| Benefit | Expansion of irrigation networks & micro-irrigation subsidies |
| Official Website | pmksy.gov.in |
About the Scheme
Launched in 2015, the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) was created to tackle India's heavy reliance on unpredictable monsoons. Operating under the twin visions of "Har Khet Ko Pani" (Water to every field) and "Per Drop More Crop" (Maximizing water efficiency), PMKSY is a multi-ministry mega-scheme.The scheme has two main faces. The first involves massive, state-level infrastructure—building large dams, restoring water bodies, and watershed development (managed by the Ministry of Jal Shakti and Rural Development). The second face directly benefits individual farmers through the Department of Agriculture, providing heavy subsidies to install modern drip and sprinkler irrigation systems, thereby saving water and boosting crop yields.
Benefits & Financial Assistance
The most direct financial benefit for an individual farmer comes from the Per Drop More Crop (PDMC) - Micro Irrigation component:
- Heavy Subsidies: The government provides immense financial assistance to farmers installing drip or sprinkler irrigation systems. Small and Marginal Farmers receive up to 55% subsidy on the cost of the system. Other Farmers receive up to 45% subsidy.
- Water & Cost Savings: Micro-irrigation uses significantly less water, reduces electricity consumption for pumping, and saves on labor and fertilizer costs (through fertigation).
- Increased Income: Precision watering leads to healthier crops and higher yields, directly increasing the farmer's market income.
- Macro Infrastructure Benefits: While not a direct cash transfer, farmers also benefit from canals and restored village ponds built under the Har Khet Ko Pani and Watershed Development components of PMKSY.
Eligibility Criteria
Who can apply for Micro-Irrigation (PDMC) Subsidy:
- All farmers owning agricultural land in India.
- Small and marginal farmers are given preference and higher subsidy rates.
- The applicant must have an assured source of water (like a borewell, well, or canal access) and an active electricity connection for the pump.
Who CANNOT apply:
- Farmers without legal land ownership or recognized tenancy rights.
- Farmers seeking subsidies for the same piece of land if they have already availed of an irrigation subsidy recently (lock-in periods apply depending on state rules).
Documents Required
To apply for the micro-irrigation (drip/sprinkler) subsidy, you generally need:
- Aadhaar Card
- Land Ownership Records (7/12 extract, Khatauni, or RoR)
- Electricity Bill (Proof of power connection for the water pump)
- Bank Passbook (Aadhaar-seeded for DBT of subsidy)
- Quotation/Estimate (From a government-approved micro-irrigation vendor)
How to Apply
For Individual Farmers (Micro-Irrigation Subsidy): Because PMKSY is implemented by State Governments, the application process is handled at the state level.
- Contact an approved micro-irrigation vendor/dealer in your area (like Jain Irrigation, Netafim, etc., recognized by the state).
- The vendor will survey your field and create an estimate.
- Submit your application online through your State's Agriculture / Horticulture Portal (e.g., MahaDBT in Maharashtra, MeeSeva in AP/Telangana) along with the vendor's estimate and your land/Aadhaar documents.
- Alternatively, submit the physical forms to the District Agriculture / Horticulture Office.
- Once approved, the system is installed, physically verified by government officers, and the subsidy amount is transferred via DBT.
Latest Updates (2026)
- Scheme Extension: PMKSY has been fully approved and funded for implementation through 2025-26, with the 2026-27 Union Budget allocating ₹6,587 crore to keep the momentum going.
- M-CADWM Introduction: The government has introduced the Modernization of Command Area Development and Water Management (M-CADWM) sub-scheme to rapidly repair and modernize older, inefficient canal networks.
- Decentralized Planning: Heavy emphasis is being placed on District Irrigation Plans (DIP), meaning local officials have more power to approve water projects that specifically suit their district's geography.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Central Portal | pmksy.gov.in |
| Per Drop More Crop Details | agriwelfare.gov.in |
| myScheme Aggregator | myscheme.gov.in (Search PMKSY for state links) |
(Note: Always check your specific State Agriculture/Horticulture department website for the live application link).
FAQs
Sources and review
Facts in this guide were last checked against the official sources below on . Rules can change after that date, so confirm details on the official portal before you apply.
Official sources used
- Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) Official Portal (opens in a new tab) — Ministry of Jal Shakti & Ministry of Agriculture, GoI (accessed 25 Oct 2026)
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