What you get
- Financial assistance to farmers for the installation of irrigation components under Micro Irrigation (all assets/ water sources for this must be mandatorily linked with a Micro Irrigation system to achieve water use efficiency). | - Installation of drip or sprinkler irrigation in the farmers’ field for selected crops. | - Installation of the irrigation system can be done either by the farmers themselves or by the selection of any approved Micro Irrigation companies. | - The pattern of assistance payable to the beneficiary under the micro irrigation scheme will be 55% for small and marginal farmers and 45% for other farmers which will be met by both the Central Government and State Government in the ratio of 60:40 for all states except the North Eastern and Himalayan states. In the case of these states, the ratio of sharing is 90:10. For the Union Territories, the funding pattern is 100% granted by the Central Government. | - Direct Benefit Transfer into the accounts of farmers. | - Farmers can also avail benefits like water harvesting structures both at individual and community levels, water lifting devices for conveyance efficiency, and digging of a farm pond, under Other Interventions of Per Drop More Crop.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the funding pattern for the Union Territories under the scheme?
For the Union Territories, the funding pattern is 100% grant by the Central Government.
What does this scheme focus on?
The scheme mainly focuses on enhancing water use efficiency at the farm level through Micro Irrigation (Drip and Sprinkler Irrigation System). Besides, it also supports micro-level water storage, and water conservation/management activities (Other Interventions) to supplement source creation for Micro Irrigation.
Which Ministry has Launched the Scheme?
Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India
When was this scheme launched?
The scheme was launched on 1st July 2015
What are the components of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)?
It comprises four components, namely (i) Accelerated Irrigation Benefit Programme (AIBP), (ii) Har Khet Ko Paani, (iii) Watershed Development (iv) Per Drop More Crop.
Is it a centrally sponsored scheme?
Yes, it is a centrally sponsored scheme.
What is the pattern of assistance payable to the beneficiary under the micro irrigation scheme?
The pattern of assistance payable to the beneficiary under the micro irrigation scheme will be 55% for small and marginal farmers and 45% for other farmers which will be met by both the Central Government and State Government in the ratio of 60:40 for all states except the North Eastern and Himalayan.
What is the percentage of share of the Central Government and the North Eastern States?
The ratio of sharing is 90:10.
How will farmers be benefited from the scheme?
Under the scheme, farmers may get support for their farm ponds and means of micro-irrigation like sprinkler irrigation & drip irrigation equipment. Besides, they may also get training on methods of crop management & water harvesting/management through assured irrigation.
Who is eligible for the scheme?
All the farmers of the State & Union Territory are eligible to take the benefits of this scheme.
For how many hectares can farmers avail of financial assistance under the scheme?
The financial assistance for the installation of a micro irrigation system will be limited to the overall ceiling of 5 hectares per beneficiary.
How will the farmers receive financial assistance under the scheme?
The scheme is to be implemented through the mechanism of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Is an Aadhaar card mandatory for the beneficiary to avail of the benefits of the scheme?
Yes, the Aadhaar details of the beneficiary are required to access the benefit of the programme.
Which is the nodal department for implementing the PMKSY (Per Drop More Crop)?
State Agriculture Department may be the Nodal Department for the implementation of PMKSY (Per Drop More Crop).
How will the state government identify the nodal departments?
The state government is free to identify dedicated implementing agencies/departments for the implementation of Per Drop More Crop based on the established institutional setup and mandate of the department. All communication between the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) and the State Government would be preferable with and through the nodal department.
How can I apply under the scheme?
The farmers, based on the requirement of their field & region, may contact their Block/District Agriculture Office through respective Gram Panchayat. Further, the farmer may also contact the Agriculture Officer of their Block/District or call Kisan Call Centre (Toll-Free No. 1800-180-1551).