No More Electricity Bills—Get a Solar Pump on Demand!

Know the Complete Process from Application to Benefits

Farmers across Maharashtra are abuzz with discussions around the “Solar Pump on Demand” scheme recently launched by the state government. Under this initiative, 9 lakh solar pumps have been sanctioned to provide daytime irrigation power through clean energy.

What is the “Solar Pump on Demand” Scheme?

To ensure that farmers receive uninterrupted electricity for irrigation during the daytime, the Maharashtra government has rolled out this scheme. Depending on the landholding size, farmers will be provided solar pumps of 3 HP, 5 HP, or 7.5 HP capacity.

• General Category farmers need to pay 10% of the pump cost.
• SC/ST farmers are required to pay only 5%, and the remaining cost is subsidized jointly by the state and central governments.

Approximate farmer contribution:

• 3 HP pump – ₹17,500 to ₹18,000
• 5 HP pump – ₹22,500
• 7.5 HP pump – ₹27,000

Each pump comes with five years of free maintenance by the agency chosen by the farmer. In case of damage due to natural calamities or theft, insurance coverage is also included.

Who Is Eligible?

Farmers who:

• Have access to a water source (well, borewell, farm pond, perennial river/stream),
• Do not already receive conventional power supply for pumps,
• Have not availed benefits under previous solar pump schemes (Atal Solar Pump Yojana I & II, or CM’s Solar Pump Scheme),

are eligible to apply.

Pump allotment is based on land size:

• Up to 2.5 acres – 3 HP pump
• 2.5 to 5 acres – 5 HP pump
• Above 5 acres – 7.5 HP pump

Both individual and group-owned water sources qualify.

How to Apply?

The scheme is managed by Mahavitaran (MSEDCL). Applications are open year-round, with no deadline, and can be submitted online or offline.

• Offline: Visit your nearest Mahavitaran office.
• Online: Go to www.mahadiscom.in

Once on the site:

1. Select “Solar Agri Pump on Demand” on the right-hand menu.
2. Choose your language.
3. Click “Apply” under the “Beneficiary Services” tab.
4. Fill in details such as land ownership, water source, pump requirements, personal and bank info.

Required documents:

• 7/12 land extract
• NOC (if joint ownership) on ₹200 stamp paper
• Aadhaar card
• Bank passbook
• Passport-size photo
• Caste certificate (if applicable)

What Happens After Applying?

Once submitted, the farmer receives a beneficiary number via SMS. This can be used to track the application, make the payment, and select one of the 14 authorized supply agencies. A joint survey by the chosen agency and Mahavitaran staff will be conducted on the applicant’s farm. If eligible, the installation process begins.

For assistance with online applications, repairs, or theft claims, contact the official toll-free Mahavitaran helplines:
1912 / 19120 / 1800-212-3435 / 1800-233-3435.