PMKSY Per Drop More Crop drip and sprinkler subsidy percentage for small and other farmers.
How much micro-irrigation subsidy under Per Drop More Crop?
PPritam1yr ago · 489 views
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🌾Farmer.in Krishi TeamExpert ✓1yr ago
Under the Per Drop More Crop part of PMKSY, the central assistance for micro-irrigation is 55 percent of unit cost for small and marginal farmers and 45 percent for other farmers, for both drip and sprinkler systems. Many states add a top-up on this, so your total subsidy can be higher, sometimes 70 to 80 percent in states with strong horticulture programmes. The cost is calculated on government-approved unit cost norms, not the full market price, so plan for that gap. Apply through your state agriculture or horticulture portal with land records, Aadhaar and bank details, and confirm the current rate and top-up for your category before ordering.
BBhanwar1yr ago
I put drip on my 3 acre cotton. The subsidy was credited to my bank account after installation and inspection. Water use dropped a lot and yield improved.
LLakshmi1yr ago
Watch the gap between the approved unit cost and what the vendor actually charges. My quote was above the norm, so the percentage applied only to the lower norm amount and I paid the rest. Ask the company to show the rate against the government norm for your spacing.
DDharampal1yr ago
There is usually a per-farmer area limit on how much drip the subsidy covers in one go, often a few hectares. If your land is larger you may have to cover the rest at full cost or apply again in a later cycle. Check the area cap for your state along with the percentage.
IImtiaz1yr ago
The category split matters for the rate, so keep your small or marginal farmer status proof handy. The higher 55 percent is for small and marginal holdings, and you may need a land area certificate to claim it instead of the 45 percent. Confirm what document your state asks for.