PM-KUSUM Madhya Pradesh Application Guide 2026, MPUVNL

Madhya Pradesh sits at the centre of India’s solar map, both literally and in terms of installed capacity. The 750 MW Rewa Ultra Mega Solar Park in Rewa district was, when commissioned, Asia’s largest single-site solar plant and the first state-developed project to sell power to a metro utility (Delhi Metro) at a sub-₹3/kWh tariff. That deal proved Madhya Pradesh could deliver utility-scale solar reliably and cheaply, and it set the policy tone for everything that followed. In 2026, PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) implemented through MPUVNL (Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Limited) is the largest farmer-facing solar programme the state runs. As of 31 July 2026, MNRE had sanctioned MP 59,400 standalone pumps (26,478 installed) and 1,75,000 pumps for feeder-level solarisation (71,934 solarised). For a Bundelkhand wheat farmer or a Nimar cotton grower, the state’s 60% share on top of MNRE’s 30% delivers about 90% subsidy on a standalone solar pump and removes the diesel bill from the farm cost sheet.

This guide walks through MPUVNL’s KUSUM application process, the three MP DISCOMs that handle the grid-side coordination, documents the MP portal specifically flags, subsidy share by category, pump HP (horsepower) selection by region, and the rejection patterns we see most often across our Malwa and Bundelkhand installations.

Direct answer. PM-KUSUM in Madhya Pradesh runs through MPUVNL. For Component B standalone pumps, MNRE pays 30% and the state 60%, so the farmer pays about 10% (MNRE, Lok Sabha, 5 August 2026). Apply on cmsolarpump.mp.gov.in. Implementation runs to 31 March 2027; new registrations depend on unallocated state quantity.

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If you’re a farmer with a diesel pump on a remote borewell, Component B (standalone solar) is your route. If you already pay an MP DISCOM agricultural bill, Component C in MP has so far been implemented as feeder-level solarisation, which covers your pump when your feeder is selected (MNRE data show no individual-pump sanction for MP as of July 2026). If you own 2 to 10 acres of barren land near a 33/11 kV substation, Component A (landowner) converts that land into a 25-year PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) income stream. Component B applications have been online on the MPUVNL portal since at least 2022.

Why MP Is a Top-Tier KUSUM State

Madhya Pradesh has three structural advantages that put it in the top tier of KUSUM-implementing states. First, irradiance. The MNRE (Ministry of New and Renewable Energy) Solar Atlas places most of MP at 5.4 to 5.9 peak sun hours per day, comparable to Rajasthan, higher than the eastern plains, and well above the all-India average of 4.8 PSH. The Malwa Plateau in particular (Indore, Ujjain, Dewas, Ratlam) registers some of the highest annual irradiance in central India, supported by low cloud cover and minimal monsoon disruption during peak generation hours.

Second, land availability. MP carries the largest cultivable area of any Indian state, roughly 153 lakh hectares, and a meaningful share of it sits in rain-fed or marginal categories that benefit disproportionately from solar irrigation. Bundelkhand’s drought-prone districts (Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh, Damoh, Sagar, Panna) have strong demand because rainfall failures push farmers toward diesel pumps within weeks of a poor monsoon. The same logic applies to parts of Mahakaushal where canal irrigation is patchy and borewells dominate.

Third, institutional readiness. MPUVNL has been the state nodal agency for renewable energy since 1982 and has run dozens of capital subsidy programmes including solar water pumps long before KUSUM existed. The empanelled vendor base spans over 80 firms statewide. District energy officers are trained on the workflow. And the Rewa Solar Park experience, where MPUVNL coordinated with developers, the Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company, and Delhi Metro across a complex multi-state PPA, gave the agency operational depth that smaller states are still building. For a Tikamgarh or Sehore farmer applying in 2026, this maturity translates to faster site surveys and shorter approval cycles than the same farmer would face in Bihar or Jharkhand.

Madhya Pradesh has also been explicit about replacing the agricultural cross-subsidy with KUSUM solarisation. The state’s annual agricultural power subsidy runs to ₹18,000–₹22,000 crore, a figure paid in cash to discoms to cover the gap between the ₹6 to 7/kWh supply cost and the ₹0.50–₹2/kWh effective recovery from farmers. Solarising even a third of MP’s agricultural connections through Component C-1 and feeder-level Component C-2 reduces that fiscal load by ₹5,000+ crore per year within five years. The Rewa proof point is what makes this plan credible, the state has shown it can deliver.

KUSUM Components in MP, A, B, C Rules

PM-KUSUM has three central components, and Madhya Pradesh adds the Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Pump Yojana as a state companion scheme that runs in parallel. Each component serves a different farmer profile and has its own application route, subsidy structure, and ownership model. Picking the wrong track in week one costs months of rework, so it pays to settle the component decision before opening the MPUVNL portal.

Component A, Renewable Energy Power Plant on Farmer’s Land. A farmer, group of farmers, panchayat, or FPO (Farmer Producer Organisation) with 2 to 10 acres of barren or fallow land within 5 km of a 33/11 kV substation can install a 500 kW to 2 MW ground-mounted solar plant. The relevant MP DISCOM signs a 25-year PPA at the MPERC (Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission) approved tariff. The farmer either invests the capital and earns the full tariff income (~₹2.8 to 3.0 lakh per acre per year), or leases the land to a developer at ₹25,000–₹55,000 per acre per year. There is no direct capital subsidy on Component A, the subsidy mechanism is the guaranteed off-take and long-term PPA. For the deep details, see our KUSUM Component A landowner guide.

Component B, Standalone Off-Grid Solar Pump. For farmers without an electricity connection, typically the diesel-pump base in remote Bundelkhand villages and Mahakaushal forest-fringe farms. MPUVNL empanels vendors who supply, install, and provide a five-year AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) on solar pumps from 3 HP to 7.5 HP (the central CFA ceiling). The system runs off panels directly with no batteries on most installations. The central scheme contributes 30% and MP state contributes 60%, so the farmer pays about 10%. Most Bundelkhand and tribal-area applications fall under Component B. For the step-by-step national workflow that this MP process mirrors, see our Component B application guide.

Component C, Grid-Connected Pump Solarisation. For farmers already on an MP DISCOM agricultural connection. Nationally there are two sub-models: C-1 Individual Pump Solarisation (a solar plant sized to power the existing pump is installed on or near the farmer’s land, surplus energy goes back to the DISCOM under net metering), and C-2 Feeder Solarisation (entire 11kV agricultural feeders are solarised, with farmers retaining their existing supply). In MP, MNRE data show Component C sanctioned only as feeder-level solarisation (1,75,000 pumps), with no individual-pump sanction as of July 2026. For technical sizing rules, see our Component C grid-tied pump guide if you want the cross-state context.

Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Pump Yojana, the MP state companion. This scheme runs alongside KUSUM Component B and effectively serves as the operational umbrella under which MPUVNL allocates Component B slots; MNRE’s portal links MP’s Component B to cmsolarpump.mp.gov.in. The naming convention on application receipts and SMS notifications often refers to it interchangeably with KUSUM Component B. The state budget funds MP’s 60% share.

A farmer in Tikamgarh with a 5-acre wheat plot, no electricity, and a 5 HP diesel pump is a Component B applicant. The same farmer in Sehore with an existing MPMKVVCL agricultural connection is not a Component B applicant; his route is feeder-level solarisation when his feeder is selected. For a national-level breakdown of all three components, see our PM KUSUM complete guide.

The 5-Step MP KUSUM Application Funnel

This is the framework we use across MPUVNL installations, five sequential steps from interest to commissioning. We call it The 5-Step MP KUSUM Application Funnel because it maps every decision point in the workflow to a single owner, the farmer, the vendor, MPUVNL, or the DISCOM, and removes the ambiguity that drags timelines. It is written for Component B, which covers almost all individual farmer applications in MP; the C-1 notes apply only if MP opens individual pump solarisation. Component A follows a tender-driven workflow that we cover separately in our Component A guide.

Step 1: Eligibility Check and Component Selection (Day 0 to 5)

Before opening the portal, settle three questions. Do you have an MP DISCOM electricity connection on the land where you want the pump? If yes, Component C-1. If no, Component B. Which category does the applicant fall under: General, OBC, SC, or ST? The portal asks for a self-declared category. And how deep is your borewell: under 60 metres takes a 3 HP surface or shallow submersible, 60 to 100 metres takes a 5 HP submersible, 100+ metres takes 7.5 HP.

Pull your khasra/khatauni (land record), Aadhaar, MP DISCOM bill if any, caste certificate if you fall in a reserved category, and your bank passbook. Confirm the name on the khatauni matches Aadhaar, this is the single most common rejection cause in MPUVNL applications, exactly as it is in Maharashtra and Rajasthan. If you’re a tenant farmer or sharecropper, get a notarised consent letter from the landowner with both land records attached.

Step 2: Portal Registration and Document Upload (Day 6 to 10)

Open cmsolarpump.mp.gov.in for Component B and choose the new application option. Register with your mobile number for OTP, complete Aadhaar eKYC, select the relevant component, and choose your district and tehsil. The portal pulls eligibility constraints from MPUVNL’s database, pump HP cap for the tehsil under the Madhya Pradesh Ground Water Authority classification, current vendor empanelment, and remaining slot availability under the current allocation cycle. Bundelkhand districts often fill their Component B allocation within 60 days of a refresh because the demand is concentrated.

Enter pump details: surface or submersible, desired HP, borewell depth, and water source (open well, borewell, tube well, or canal). Upload all documents in a single PDF per category (khasra/khatauni, Aadhaar, bank, caste certificate, photographs). Cross-check every field against the source document before submitting. The portal generates a beneficiary application number, note it and screenshot the confirmation page.

Step 3: MPUVNL Technical Approval and Vendor Allotment (Day 11 to 35)

MPUVNL’s district office reviews the application against three checks, land record validity, category eligibility, and technical fit between pump HP, borewell depth, and panel sizing (typically 2.5x of HP in kWp, so a 5 HP pump needs roughly 4.5 to 5 kWp of panels). For Component C-1, the relevant DISCOM also runs a feasibility check on the distribution transformer that feeds the existing agricultural connection to ensure it has headroom for solar export.

Once approved, MPUVNL allots an empanelled vendor, through farmer choice where the portal allows preference, or by district-level rotation. The vendor contacts you within 5 working days to schedule a site survey. They verify the survey findings against the application, confirm panel orientation and mounting plan, and issue a final cost sheet. This stage takes 15 to 25 working days for clean applications. Approval letters are sent via SMS and email; you can track status under the application reference number on the MPUVNL portal.

Step 4: Farmer Contribution Payment and Installation (Day 36 to 70)

Pay your contribution share to the empanelled vendor by demand draft, RTGS, or NEFT. With the 60% state share, a 5 HP submersible with a system cost of around ₹2.80 lakh costs the farmer roughly ₹28,000; the exact farmer share is shown on the portal when you choose the pump. Once payment clears, the vendor schedules installation, panel structure fabrication, panel mounting on either rooftop or ground-mounted frames, pump installation in the borewell, controller box wiring, and earthing. Installation typically takes 3 to 5 working days.

For Component C-1, the DISCOM must also replace the existing single-direction meter with a bi-directional meter to enable net metering. This is coordinated by the vendor but executed by DISCOM field staff, schedule it within the installation window to avoid a return visit. The vendor uploads installation photos, the single-line diagram, and equipment serial numbers to the MPUVNL portal for inspection scheduling.

Step 5: MPUVNL Inspection, Commissioning, and Subsidy Release (Day 71 to 100)

MPUVNL’s district inspector or a third-party agency conducts a physical inspection within 10 to 15 working days of installation upload. The check covers panel count and ALMM (Approved List of Models and Manufacturers) listing, inverter or pump controller make and serial, earthing per IS 3043, structural integrity of the mounting, and a pump-running test where the inspector turns the pump on and measures water discharge against the rated capacity. For Component C-1, the bi-directional meter is also sealed during this visit.

After successful inspection, MPUVNL issues the commissioning certificate. The central 30% subsidy is released by MNRE to MPUVNL, and MPUVNL releases the combined central + state share to the vendor within 30 to 45 days. The farmer’s five-year AMC period begins from commissioning date. From the farmer’s perspective, the pump becomes operational immediately after Step 4, the subsidy disbursement in Step 5 is between MPUVNL and the vendor and does not affect daily pump operation.

MP KUSUM Documents Checklist

Document quality is the single biggest determinant of application speed. Across the MPUVNL installations we tracked through 2024 to 25, applications with clean, pre-verified documents moved to commissioning in 75 to 95 days. Applications with even one document defect averaged 140 to 170 days because of the re-upload and re-verification loops. Pull this entire list together before opening the portal.

For grid-side eligibility, see the energy.mp.gov.in policy page that lists the current allocation circulars.

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Subsidy Share: Central + MP State + Farmer

The total cost of a KUSUM Component B solar pump in Madhya Pradesh is funded from three sources, MNRE (central), the Government of Madhya Pradesh (state top-up through MPUVNL), and the farmer’s own contribution. MNRE told the Lok Sabha on 5 August 2026 that MP provides a 60% state share apart from the 30% central assistance (USQ 2818). Absolute rupee values scale with pump HP and the tender rates for each cycle.

To put rupees against these percentages, take a 5 HP submersible pump with a system cost of approximately ₹2.80 lakh. The farmer pays about ₹28,000; the central scheme contributes ₹84,000 and the state ₹1.68 lakh. For a 7.5 HP submersible (about ₹3.70 lakh) the farmer’s share is about ₹37,000. Maharashtra’s current standalone-pump scheme also asks general farmers for 10% (5% for SC/ST), see our KUSUM Maharashtra application guide. Rajasthan pays at least the 30% minimum state share, see the KUSUM Rajasthan guide for that comparison.

The 30% central share is fixed by MNRE and does not vary, see the MNRE PM-KUSUM scheme page for the official notification. The 60% state share is funded from the Madhya Pradesh state budget routed through MPUVNL. Disbursement order: the farmer pays his share to the vendor upfront; the vendor installs and is then reimbursed by MPUVNL for the central + state portion after commissioning inspection. The farmer never receives money directly, the benefit is delivered as a discounted pump price plus 5-year AMC coverage.

For UP and Rajasthan comparisons (both run Component B through their agriculture or horticulture departments), see our KUSUM UP application guide and the Rajasthan guide linked above.

Common Rejection Reasons in MP KUSUM

The rejection pattern in MPUVNL applications clusters around six recurring issues. Five of them are document-side problems that take 15 minutes to fix before submission and 6 to 8 weeks to fix after rejection. Pre-checking against this list is the single highest-impact action you can take.

1. 1
   Name mismatch between khatauni and Aadhaar. Khatauni records often carry the ancestral form ("Ramesh Chandra Patel s/o Ramnarayan Patel") while Aadhaar uses the shortened form ("Ramesh Patel"). Get a Patwari name-correction entry before applying, this fixes it for all government schemes simultaneously.
2. 2
   Khasra/khatauni older than 6 months. The MPUVNL portal rejects land records pulled before 180 days. Pull a fresh extract from mpbhulekh.gov.in on the day you submit the application.
3. 3
   Bank not Aadhaar-seeded. Even though Components B and C-1 deliver the subsidy through vendor reimbursement rather than direct DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer), MPUVNL still requires Aadhaar-seeded bank linkage for beneficiary verification. Seed it at any branch, takes 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Pump HP exceeds groundwater sustainability cap. Tehsils in over-exploited groundwater zones (parts of Bundelkhand and central MP) cap KUSUM pump HP at 5. Applying for 7.5 HP in a 5 HP cap zone triggers rejection. Check the Madhya Pradesh Ground Water Authority classification for your tehsil first.
5. 5
   Existing solar pump on the same khasra. A khasra (survey number) is allowed only one KUSUM pump installation. If a prior application was approved on the same survey number, even by a different family member, the new application is auto-rejected. Verify via the MPUVNL beneficiary search before applying.
6. 6
   Wrong or unverifiable self-declaration. The MPUVNL portal takes category and land details partly on self-declaration, and these can be verified separately. Misleading or wrong details are a ground for cancelling the application.

For rejections that do happen, MPUVNL allows resubmission within 30 days of the rejection notification without restarting from scratch, the application reference number stays valid. Use that window to fix the flagged document and re-upload. If you need to challenge the rejection on technical grounds (e.g., pump HP cap dispute), file a written representation with the MPUVNL district office; appeals are reviewed within 21 days.

Pump Selection: Malwa Plateau vs Bundelkhand vs Mahakaushal

The right pump HP depends on three things, crop water requirement, soil type, and borewell depth (for a state-agnostic breakdown of HP by depth band, see our KUSUM pump size by borewell depth guide). MP’s main farming belts have distinctly different requirements, and applying the wrong HP either underperforms (a cotton farmer in Nimar with 3 HP cannot meet flood-irrigation demand) or oversizes the system (a Bundelkhand wheat farmer with 7.5 HP burns through subsidy budget when 5 HP would suffice).

Verdict. For a farmer in Malwa, Bundelkhand or Mahakaushal with no electricity connection, Component B Standalone is the default: diesel savings of ₹70,000–₹1,20,000 per year against a farmer share of about ₹28,000 on a 5 HP pump means payback in under 6 months purely on diesel displacement. Farmers who already have an MP DISCOM connection are outside Component B; their route is feeder-level solarisation.

The panel sizing rule, 2.5x of HP in kWp, comes from MNRE’s standard system specification. A 5 HP pump needs roughly 4.5 to 5.0 kWp of installed panels accounting for system efficiency losses. Sugarcane-belt farms (a smaller share of MP than of Maharashtra) sometimes justify oversized panels at 3x HP for additional daily output, but this is not subsidised under standard KUSUM rates, the extra panel cost falls on the farmer.

How Heaven Green Energy Helps MP Farmers

Heaven Green Energy is MPUVNL-empanelled and operates across MP’s six farming belts, Malwa, Bundelkhand, Mahakaushal, Nimar, Chambal, and Vindhya. Our field teams, working from our Indore office and covering Bhopal and Jabalpur, have handled hundreds of KUSUM applications since the scheme launched in the state, and we are one of the few EPC firms with end-to-end documentation, installation, and AMC capabilities for standalone (Component B) and grid-tied pump systems. We coordinate directly with all three MP DISCOMs, MPMKVVCL for central MP, MPPKVVCL for the western Malwa-Nimar belt, and MPPoKVVCL for the eastern Mahakaushal-Vindhya zone.

Our process is built around the rejection patterns documented above. Every application goes through a 30-minute document pre-check before submission, Aadhaar-khatauni name matching, bank seeding verification, MPGWA pump-HP cap validation, and khasra deduplication search. The errors that cause 70%+ of MPUVNL rejections never reach the portal because we catch them at the door.

• PM-KUSUM and DREBP Services: dedicated MPUVNL application support, vendor empanelment management, and full-cycle pump installation across Components A, B, and C.
• Solar Calculator: quick estimate of your KUSUM subsidy share and annual diesel savings for your specific pump HP and crop pattern.
• Component A landowner guide: for farmers with 2 to 10 acres near substations considering the 25-year PPA route.
• PM Suryaghar MPMKVVCL process: for rooftop solar with subsidy in central MP household applications.
• PM Suryaghar MPPKVVCL process: for rooftop solar in the Malwa-Nimar belt.

As an authorised Channel Partner of Adani Green Energy, our installations use ALMM-listed tier-1 Adani Solar panels, BIS-certified pump controllers, and stainless-steel impeller submersible pumps appropriate for MP’s diverse aquifer conditions, from the shallower Chambal alluvial wells to the deep Bundelkhand rock-aquifer borewells. The MPUVNL five-year AMC is honoured directly by our service teams, with quarterly visits during the first 18 months and panel-cleaning instructions provided in Hindi for the farmer’s own use between visits.

For the broader national context on KUSUM, including Component A landowner lease economics and detailed Component C-1 sizing tables, see our PM KUSUM complete guide. For an interactive estimate of your specific KUSUM scenario in MP, run the numbers through our solar calculator or write to our team via /contact.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the MPUVNL PM-KUSUM process take from application to commissioning in Madhya Pradesh?

The complete timeline from portal submission to pump commissioning runs 75 to 100 days for a clean Component B application. Eligibility check and document upload takes 5 to 10 days, MPUVNL technical approval 15 to 25 working days, installation 3 to 5 days, and inspection plus commissioning 10 to 15 working days. Subsidy reimbursement to the vendor takes another 30 to 45 days after commissioning. Delays come from document errors and MPGWA pump-HP cap mismatches, both preventable with a Step 1 pre-check.

What is the maximum subsidy I can claim under PM-KUSUM in Madhya Pradesh?

Under Component B, MNRE pays 30% and Madhya Pradesh pays a 60% state share, so the farmer pays about 10% of the cost of a standalone solar pump up to 7.5 HP (MNRE reply in Lok Sabha, 5 August 2026). On a 5 HP submersible pump costing about ₹2.80 lakh, the farmer pays about ₹28,000. The Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Pump Yojana is the state companion scheme associated with MP’s share.

Which MP DISCOM covers my area?

It depends on your district. MPMKVVCL (Madhya Pradesh Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Limited) covers central MP including Bhopal, Sehore, Vidisha, Hoshangabad (Narmadapuram), and surrounding districts. MPPKVVCL (Madhya Pradesh Paschim Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Limited) covers western MP, Indore, Ujjain, Ratlam, Dewas, Khargone, Khandwa, and the Nimar belt. MPPoKVVCL (Madhya Pradesh Poorv Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Limited) covers eastern MP, Jabalpur, Rewa, Satna, Sagar, Chhatarpur, and the entire Mahakaushal and Bundelkhand belts. Your electricity bill header identifies the DISCOM, which matters for feeder-level solarisation and any grid-side work.

Is there a special priority for Bundelkhand under PM-KUSUM in Madhya Pradesh?

We could not find a primary MNRE or MPUVNL notice that gives Bundelkhand districts (Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh, Damoh, Sagar, Panna, Niwari) a separate priority quota. Demand from these districts is high because diesel-pump dependence is high, so apply as soon as a window opens. Farmers in Bundelkhand get the same Component B subsidy as the rest of MP: 30% central plus a 60% state share.

Can I apply for KUSUM in MP if my borewell is over 100 metres deep?

Yes, but pump HP selection becomes critical. Borewells deeper than 100 metres typically require a 7.5 HP submersible pump, about 6.5 to 7.0 kWp of installed panels; central CFA does not extend above 7.5 HP in MP. Some Bundelkhand and central MP tehsils are classified as “over-exploited” or “critical” groundwater zones by the Madhya Pradesh Ground Water Authority, and these tehsils cap the maximum allowable pump HP at 5 regardless of borewell depth. Check your tehsil’s MPGWA classification before finalising HP.

What is the difference between PM-KUSUM and the Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Pump Yojana in MP?

PM-KUSUM is the central scheme implemented through MPUVNL with three components, A (landowner), B (standalone pump), and C (grid pump). The Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Pump Yojana is the Madhya Pradesh state companion scheme that effectively serves as the operational umbrella under which the state’s 60% share of Component B subsidies is allocated. In practice, when you apply for a standalone solar pump on the MPUVNL portal, the application receipt may refer to either name depending on the district office’s convention. The subsidy structure, vendor empanelment list, and inspection workflow are identical across the two, they are not competing schemes but the same scheme under two budget heads.

What documents does MPUVNL specifically require beyond the national PM-KUSUM list?

MPUVNL’s portal works from Aadhaar eKYC, bank details, a self-declared caste category, and khasra details linked to your Aadhaar (or khasras you add, which are verified separately). Keep a current khasra/khatauni from mpbhulekh.gov.in showing agricultural land classification ready in case the district office asks for it.

Can a tenant farmer or sharecropper apply for KUSUM in MP?

Yes. Tenant farmers and sharecroppers are generally eligible for Component B in Madhya Pradesh provided they submit a notarised consent letter from the landowner along with the owner’s khatauni (for the full national rules on this pathway, see our KUSUM tenant farmer rules guide). The solar pump and subsidy entitlement are registered in the tenant farmer’s name. The arrangement typically requires a written tenancy agreement with at least three years remaining, and the landowner must consent to the pump remaining on the land for the 25-year design life of the system even if the tenancy changes.

Does the MP DISCOM pay for surplus solar units from a Component C-1 pump?

MP has no individual pump solarisation sanction in MNRE data as of July 2026. Where C-1 runs, it pays at the regulator-approved agricultural net metering tariff, lower than the residential or commercial export tariff. Under Component C-1, the existing agricultural connection is converted to net metered, and surplus solar generated during daytime (when the pump is not running) is exported to the DISCOM grid. Net surplus units carry forward in the billing cycle and are settled annually at the APPC (Average Power Purchase Cost) or the agricultural feed-in tariff, whichever applies. Self-consumption is always worth more than export, so size the system to your daily pump-run rather than maximising for export.

What happens after the 5-year AMC period ends?

MPUVNL empanelled vendors are required to provide free AMC for the first five years from commissioning, covering pump service, controller repairs, and panel cleaning twice a year. After year 5, the farmer can either sign a paid AMC with the same vendor (typically ₹3,500–₹6,000 per year for a 5 HP pump) or with any qualified solar service provider. Solar panels carry a 25-year linear performance warranty from the manufacturer (Waaree, Adani, Tata, Vikram) independent of MPUVNL, these warranties survive vendor exits and are claimable directly against the manufacturer.