Under this scheme, the government aims to install 8,50,000 solar agricultural pumps to provide uninterrupted daytime electricity, supporting sustainable and cost-effective irrigation.
New applicants can register online, submit required documents, and benefit from the scheme while conveniently monitoring their application through the MSEDCL portal.
What is Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana (MTSKPY)
| Official Name of the Scheme | Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Launch Date | 1 Jan 2019 (scheme operational; expanded in the state budget 2024) |
| Rollout By | Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis |
| Implementation Agency | Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. (MSEDCL) |
| Objective | To provide off grid solar agricultural pumps to farmers for sustainable irrigation and daytime power without electricity bills or load shedding |
| Target | To install 8.5 lakh solar agricultural pumps in next 5 years (2024-2029) |
| Subsidy / Cost Sharing | General category farmers - 10%, SC/ST category farmers - 5% |
| Pump Capacity (based on land size) | landholding less than or equal to 2.5 acres - 3 HP, landholding 2.51 to 5 acres - 5 HP, and for land size above 5 acres - 7.5 HP |
| Application Mode | Online application via MSEDL solar pump portal |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Contact Helpline Numbers | MSEDCL Toll Free Numbers: 1800-212-3435, 1800-233-3435 National Toll Free: 1912 / 19120 |
Benefits of MTSKPY Scheme
Here are some of the major benefits which farmers can avail through MTSKPY scheme:-- Solar-powered pumps with panels: Comes with 5-year maintenance and insurance for hassle-free use.
- Cost savings: Farmers incur no electricity bills and save on diesel or other fuel costs.
- Reliable irrigation: Provides uninterrupted water supply using renewable energy.
- Eco-friendly farming: Reduces carbon footprint and promotes sustainable agriculture.
- Support for small and marginal farmers: Makes irrigation affordable and accessible.
- Enhanced crop productivity: Timely water supply improves yields and farm output.
- Financial relief: Lowers operational costs, reducing farmer’s financial burden.
Eligibility Criteria
In order to become eligible to apply for MTSKPY scheme, candidates must fulfill the below mentioned conditions:-
- The applicant must be a resident farmer of Maharashtra.
- The applicant should own or legally possess agricultural land.
- Farmer must have a reliable water source such as a well, borewell, farm pond, river, or canal suitable for operating a solar pump.
- The applicant must not have availed benefits of any other solar pump schemes (Atal Saur Krushi Pump Yojana, Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Pump Yojana) earlier .
- The size of agricultural land should match the prescribed pump capacity norms.
- The farmer must be willing to pay the beneficiary's share as applicable to their category.
- Only one solar pump per farmer is allowed under the scheme.
- Each applicant must submit valid land records and required documents during the MTSKPY application process.
Required Documents
Here is the complete list of documents required to avail benefits under Maharashtra solar agricultural pump scheme:-
- Essential Documents:
- 7/12 Extract/(If the well / tubewell in same land then it should be mentioned in the 7/12 Extract). The NOC shall be submitted on Stamp paper of Rs. 200/- if the land owners are multiple.
- Aadhar Card Copy
- Cancelled Cheque Copy/ Bank Passbook Copy
- Passport Size Photo
- Other Documents (if applicable):
- NOC from concern department in case of dark water shed area only.
- If the agricultural land /Well/Water Pump is shared then NOC shall be submitted from other shareholders.
- SC/ST Certificate.
How to Fill Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana Online Registration Form
- To begin with, go to the official Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana page available on the MSEDCL website at: MTSKPY Official Website
- Once the homepage opens, hover over "Beneficiary Services" section and select the "Apply" option or directly click https://offgridmtsup.mahadiscom.in/AGSolarPumpMTS/PMKusumCons?uiActionName=getA1Form
- On clicking the relevant link, the Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana online registration form 2026 will open.
- Next enter personal and land details of the applicant, residential address & location, irrigation source information, agriculture details, existing pump details, required pump details, bank account details etc.
- After entering the details, tick the declaration, upload documents and click "Save & Next” button to complete MTSKPY registration process.
- Within 10 days of receipt of online form, survey would be done. After doing survey, demand note will be issued from field offices. If there is any discrepancy observed, applicant will be informed accordingly.
- After payment of Demand Note, Beneficiary will submit/provide option of Agency name. LOA will be issued to concern agency in 3 days in ERP. Concern agency has to complete the work in 90 days & upload the Commissioning report, bill with photos with beneficiary & system etc.
At every stage of Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana apply online process, applicant will be informed by SMS. Payment will be issued to agency only after submission of information
How to Check MTSKPY Application Status
- To begin with, go to the official Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana page available on the MSEDCL website at: https://www.mahadiscom.in/solar_MTSKPY/
- Once the homepage opens, hover over "Beneficiary Services" section and select the "Application Current Status" option.
- You may also use the direct status link if available: Check MTSKPY Application Status
- On clicking the relevant link, the Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana status check page will get displayed on your screen.
- Now, enter your beneficiary ID in the form shown and click on the "Search" button to view the current status of your application through online mode.
Helpline Numbers
-- MSEDCL Toll Free Numbers: 1800-212-3435, 1800-233-3435
-- National Toll Free: 1912 / 19120
-- National Toll Free: 1912 / 19120
Important Links
- English Version of Official Website: https://www.mahadiscom.in/solar_MTSKPY/
- Marathi Version of Official Website: https://www.mahadiscom.in/solar_MTSKPY/index_mr.php
- Scheme Information: Click Here
- Government Resolution: Click Here
- Commonly Asked Questions: Click Here
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Application Status: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Q1. What is the Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana?MTSKPY is a Maharashtra government scheme which provides solar-powered agricultural pumps to farmers, promotes sustainable irrigation and reduces dependence on grid electricity or diesel.
Q2. Who is eligible for the MTSKPY scheme?
Farmers must be residents of Maharashtra, own or legally possess agricultural land, have a reliable water source, and should not have benefited from any other solar pump schemes earlier.
Q3. What is the subsidy or cost-sharing pattern?
The government covers a major portion of the pump cost, while the farmer contributes a small share: around 10% for general category and 5% for SC/ST farmers.
Q4. How many solar pumps can a farmer get under this MTSKPY scheme?
Each farmer is eligible for only one solar pump under the Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana.
Q5. What are the benefits of installing a solar pump under MTSKPY?
Farmers get cost-effective, eco-friendly irrigation, with no electricity bills, reliable water supply, 5-year maintenance and insurance, and improved crop productivity.
Q6. What types of solar pumps are available under the scheme?
Pumps with 3 HP, 5 HP, 7.5 HP capacities are generally provided to farmers based on their land size.
Q2. Who is eligible for the MTSKPY scheme?
Farmers must be residents of Maharashtra, own or legally possess agricultural land, have a reliable water source, and should not have benefited from any other solar pump schemes earlier.
Q3. What is the subsidy or cost-sharing pattern?
The government covers a major portion of the pump cost, while the farmer contributes a small share: around 10% for general category and 5% for SC/ST farmers.
Q4. How many solar pumps can a farmer get under this MTSKPY scheme?
Each farmer is eligible for only one solar pump under the Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana.
Q5. What are the benefits of installing a solar pump under MTSKPY?
Farmers get cost-effective, eco-friendly irrigation, with no electricity bills, reliable water supply, 5-year maintenance and insurance, and improved crop productivity.
Q6. What types of solar pumps are available under the scheme?
Pumps with 3 HP, 5 HP, 7.5 HP capacities are generally provided to farmers based on their land size.
Q7. How can farmers apply for the scheme?
Applications are submitted online via the MSEDCL solar pump portal. After submission, documents are verified, and field inspections may be conducted.
Q8. Where can farmers get more information or track their application?
Farmers can visit the official MSEDCL solar pump portal or contact local MSEDCL offices for guidance, application status, or grievance redressal.
Applications are submitted online via the MSEDCL solar pump portal. After submission, documents are verified, and field inspections may be conducted.
Q8. Where can farmers get more information or track their application?
Farmers can visit the official MSEDCL solar pump portal or contact local MSEDCL offices for guidance, application status, or grievance redressal.
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