Introduction Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana is a solar irrigation scheme implemented by the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) to provide off-grid solar agricultural pumps to eligible farmers across the state. The scheme primarily benefits farmers who have a reliable water source for irrigation but do not have access to conventional agricultural electricity connections. Under the scheme, farmers can receive solar pumps of different capacities based on their agricultural landholding. The solar pumping system enables irrigation during daylight hours using solar energy, reducing dependence on grid electricity, diesel-operated pumps, and power outages. The Government provides substantial financial assistance for the installation of solar pumps. Eligible General Category farmers are required to contribute only a small portion of the total project cost, while Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) beneficiaries receive additional financial support through a reduced contribution requirement. The scheme also includes repair, maintenance, and insurance support for a specified period, helping beneficiaries maintain uninterrupted irrigation facilities. Applications are accepted online through the official MSEDCL solar pump portal. Benefits Provision of off-grid solar agricultural pumps for irrigation purposes. Solar pump capacities available from 3 HP to 7.5 HP based on landholding. General Category beneficiaries contribute only 10% of the approved pump cost. SC/ST beneficiaries contribute only 5% of the approved pump cost. The remaining project cost is covered through Government support and subsidy components. Daytime irrigation facility without dependence on conventional electricity supply. No recurring electricity bills for operating the solar pump. Reduced expenditure on diesel and other irrigation-related fuel costs. Protection from issues such as power cuts, low voltage, and load shedding. Improved water availability for agricultural activities during sunlight hours. Five-year repair and maintenance support for the installed solar pump system. Insurance coverage for the solar pump during the prescribed support period. Environment-friendly irrigation through renewable solar energy. Solar Pump Capacity The capacity of the solar agricultural pump is determined based on the cultivable land owned by the applicant. Eligible farmers may also choose a lower-capacity pump than the one they qualify for. Agricultural Landholding Eligible Solar Pump Capacity Up to 2.5 Acres Up to 3 HP 2.51 Acres to 5 Acres 5 HP More than 5 Acres 7.5 HP Farmers are permitted to opt for a lower-capacity pump if their irrigation requirement is lower than the eligible capacity. Beneficiaries eligible for a 7.5 HP pump may choose a 10 HP solar pump under the applicable MSEDCL provisions. In the case of a 10 HP pump, the beneficiary is required to bear the additional amount over and above the cost applicable to the eligible 7.5 HP category. Government assistance remains restricted to the subsidy applicable for the eligible pump capacity. Special Cases for Additional Solar Pumps MSEDCL permits installation of additional solar pumps in certain specific situations under separate provisions. These cases are treated differently from the standard subsidized solar pump benefit. Beneficiaries who already possess a solar pump may be allowed to install an additional solar pump under approved conditions. Farmers using conventional irrigation pumps may also be considered for an additional solar pump under specific provisions. Applications involving common wells may be considered where eligibility conditions are fulfilled. Cases involving river-water lifting systems may qualify under the designated category. Projects requiring pumping at higher water heads may be considered separately. Additional pumps may also be permitted where reduced water discharge affects irrigation requirements. Such installations are generally processed under the ORC category as notified by MSEDCL. Under ORC-related cases, beneficiaries may be required to bear the entire cost of the solar pump system as per applicable guidelines. Note: Additional solar pump provisions are subject to the latest MSEDCL rules, technical feasibility, and category-specific conditions applicable at the time of approval. Eligibility The applicant must be a farmer residing in Maharashtra. The applicant should possess agricultural land suitable for irrigation activities. An assured water source must be available for operating the solar pump. Eligible water sources include wells, borewells, farm ponds, perennial rivers, and streams, subject to applicable conditions. Farmers holding up to 2.5 acres of agricultural land can apply for a solar pump of up to 3 HP. Farmers with landholding between 2.51 acres and 5 acres can apply for a 5 HP solar pump. Farmers owning more than 5 acres of agricultural land can apply for a 7.5 HP solar pump. Applicants may voluntarily select a lower-capacity pump than the capacity for which they are eligible. In cases involving a common well, one eligible beneficiary may avail the subsidy after obtaining consent from other concerned beneficiaries. Ineligibility Farmers who have already received a subsidized off-grid solar pump benefit are not eligible for another subsidized pump under the scheme. Beneficiaries who have previously availed benefits under Atal Saur Krushi Pump Yojana are not eligible. Farmers who have received benefits under Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Pump Yojana are not eligible. Beneficiaries covered under PM-KUSUM solar pump benefits are not eligible for another subsidized pump under this scheme. Applicants without a sustainable water source for irrigation cannot avail the scheme benefit. Farmers having an existing conventional agricultural electricity connection for irrigation are generally not eligible. Solar pumps cannot be sanctioned for drawing water from restricted water storage structures created under specified conservation projects. Submission of incorrect information or concealment of facts may lead to rejection of the application. Note: Certain special cases involving existing pumps, common wells, river-lift irrigation, or ORC-related installations may be considered separately under applicable MSEDCL provisions. Documents 7/12 Extract (Satbara) showing agricultural land details and water source information. Aadhaar Card of the applicant. Recent passport-size photograph. Bank Passbook or bank account details. Valid caste certificate for SC/ST applicants claiming category benefits. No Objection Certificate (NOC) from co-owners in case of jointly owned agricultural land. NOC from other beneficiaries where a common well is being utilized. Ground Water Survey Department NOC, wherever required for notified dark-zone areas. Registered mobile number for communication and application updates. Any additional document requested by MSEDCL during verification or technical assessment. The document requirement may vary depending on land ownership status, category, irrigation source, and other scheme-specific conditions. Process to Apply Eligible farmers can submit their applications online through the official MSEDCL solar pump portal. Applicants should keep all required land and identity documents ready before starting the application process. Visit the MSEDCL Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana Portal. Select the Apply option available under Beneficiary Services. Open the online application form and enter the required personal details. Provide agricultural land information and irrigation water source details. Upload the required supporting documents in the prescribed format. Verify all information carefully before final submission. Submit the application online. After successful submission, a beneficiary/application number will be generated and sent through SMS. Keep the beneficiary number safely for future tracking and communication. MSEDCL will examine the application and conduct verification as per scheme guidelines. After approval, the beneficiary must pay the applicable contribution amount through the prescribed process. Installation of the solar pump will be carried out after completion of the required formalities. Application Status Applicants can monitor the progress of their application online through the MSEDCL portal using the beneficiary reference details. Visit the official scheme portal. Navigate to the Application Current Status section. Enter the beneficiary number or other required details. Complete the verification process, if prompted. Submit the information. The current application stage and status will be displayed on the screen. Applicants can also receive important updates through SMS on their registered mobile number. Selection Process Applications are scrutinised by MSEDCL after submission. Landholding details and water source information are verified. Eligibility conditions are checked as per scheme guidelines. Document verification is conducted before approval. Eligible applicants are informed regarding payment of their beneficiary contribution. After successful payment and completion of formalities, the solar pump installation process is initiated. The final installation is carried out through authorised vendors approved under the scheme. Important Links Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana Portal Online Application Form Latest Circulars & Notifications Register Complaint Track Complaint Status Contact MSEDCL Toll-Free Helpline: 1800 212 3435 MSEDCL Customer Care: 1800 233 3435 Official Website: MSEDCL Solar Pump Portal FAQs 1. What is Maharashtra Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana?It is a Maharashtra Government solar irrigation scheme that provides off-grid solar agricultural pumps to eligible farmers through MSEDCL. 2. What pump capacities are available under the scheme?Eligible beneficiaries can receive solar pumps of 3 HP, 5 HP, or 7.5 HP depending on their agricultural landholding. 3. How much contribution is required from beneficiaries?General Category farmers contribute 10% of the approved cost, while SC/ST beneficiaries contribute 5% of the approved cost. 4. Is an electricity connection required to avail the scheme?The scheme is intended for farmers using off-grid solar irrigation systems and generally benefits those without conventional agricultural electricity supply. 5. Can a farmer choose a lower-capacity pump?Yes. Eligible applicants may opt for a lower-capacity solar pump than the maximum capacity permitted for their landholding. 6. What support is provided after installation?The solar pump system includes repair, maintenance, and insurance support for a period of five years as per scheme provisions. 7. How can applicants check their application status?Applicants can visit the official MSEDCL portal and use their beneficiary details to track the current status of their application online. 8. Can beneficiaries who already received a subsidized solar pump apply again?No. Farmers who have already availed a subsidized off-grid solar pump benefit are generally not eligible for another subsidized pump under the scheme.