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Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)
Flagship national umbrella irrigation programme by the Government of India aimed at expanding assured agricultural irrigation ("Har Khet Ko Pani"), maximizing on-farm water-use efficiency through drip and sprinkler micro-irrigation ("Per Drop More Crop"), and sustainable watershed soil-moisture conservation.
Department: Ministry of Jal Shakti (DoWR, RD & GR), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (DA&FW), and Ministry of Rural Development (DoLR), Government of India (in coordination with State Agriculture & Water Resources Departments)
Per Drop More Crop (PDMC)
45% – 55% Subsidy
Drip & Sprinkler micro-irrigation
Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP)
Assured Water
Surface minor irrigation & RRR
Watershed Component
Soil & Moisture
Check dams & rain harvesting
Administrative Structure
Multi-Ministry
Jal Shakti, MoA&FW & MoRD
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Scheme Overview
What is Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)?
Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) is the Government of India’s transformative umbrella irrigation initiative launched on 1 July 2015 to address systemic agricultural water challenges across the nation. Formulated with the overarching vision of "Har Khet Ko Pani" (Assured water for every agricultural field) and "Per Drop More Crop" (Maximizing crop productivity per unit of water), the programme is implemented jointly through three central ministries: (1) Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (AIBP) and Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP) administered by the Ministry of Jal Shakti (DoWR, RD & GR), focusing on major, medium, and surface minor irrigation projects, command area development (CADWM), repair, renovation and restoration (RRR) of water bodies, and groundwater development; (2) Per Drop More Crop (PDMC) administered by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW), providing capital assistance of 45%–55% (55% for Small/Marginal Farmers, 45% for other farmers) for micro-irrigation technologies such as drip irrigation, micro-sprinklers, portable sprinklers, and on-farm water storage ponds; and (3) Watershed Development Component (WDC-PMKSY) administered by the Department of Land Resources (Ministry of Rural Development), focusing on ridge-to-valley rainwater harvesting, check dams, and soil-moisture conservation in rainfed and degraded areas. PMKSY is an infrastructure and technology subsidy scheme—it is NOT a direct cash-handout like PM-KISAN, and distinct from drinking-water missions like Jal Swapno. In West Bengal, PMKSY interventions are implemented across agricultural districts through the Department of Agriculture, Water Resources Investigation & Development Department (WRIDD), and Panchayats & Rural Development Department.
Primary Purpose:To achieve convergence of investments in irrigation at the field level, expand cultivable area under assured irrigation (Har Khet Ko Pani), improve on-farm water use efficiency to reduce wastage of water (Per Drop More Crop), enhance the recharge of aquifers, and introduce sustainable water harvesting and soil conservation practices.
Key Scheme Objectives
- Achieve convergence of public investments in irrigation at the field level and prepare comprehensive District Irrigation Plans (DIPs).
- Expand cultivable area under assured irrigation under the "Har Khet Ko Pani" mandate.
- Improve on-farm water-use efficiency through drip and sprinkler micro-irrigation under "Per Drop More Crop".
- Promote sustainable watershed development, rainwater harvesting, and aquifer recharge in rainfed agricultural belts.
Financial Framework
PMKSY Component Architecture & Financial Support Framework
PMKSY operates as a multi-pronged Centrally Sponsored Scheme with distinct funding patterns across major irrigation infrastructure, on-farm micro-irrigation subsidies, and watershed management.
Small & Marginal Farmer Subsidy
55% Indicative
Other Category Farmers
45% Indicative
Centre-State Funding Pattern
60:40 Ratio
Water Savings Potential
Up to 30%–50%
Core Strategic Interventions Under the PMKSY Framework
PMKSY divides interventions across four key pillars: (1) AIBP: Accelerated completion of ongoing major and medium national irrigation projects; (2) Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP): Command area development, surface minor irrigation (SMI), groundwater development in safe zones, and renovation of traditional water bodies; (3) Per Drop More Crop (PDMC): On-farm water efficiency via drip/sprinkler subsidies, precision fertigation, and secondary storage structures; (4) Watershed Development (WDC-PMKSY): Ridge-to-valley soil moisture conservation, percolation tanks, and rainwater harvesting structures.
Micro-Irrigation (PDMC) Benefit & Subsidy Implementation Flow:
Step 1: Application & Farm Land Verification
Farmer applies through the State Agriculture Department / Matir Katha portal, submitting land records (Porcha), Aadhaar, bank details, and source of water proof.
Step 2: Technical Layout & System Design
An empanelled micro-irrigation supplier surveys the field, prepares a customized drip/sprinkler layout based on crop spacing, and submits the estimate for administrative approval.
Step 3: Installation, Physical Inspection & DBT Subsidy Release
After physical installation and geo-tagged verification by agricultural officials, the subsidized grant amount (45%–55%) is released via DBT.
Scheme Distinction & Subsidy Policy Note:
PMKSY does NOT disburse universal cash payments to individual farmers. Micro-irrigation equipment subsidies (PDMC) are provided through empanelled manufacturers and state nodal agencies against verified land documents. PMKSY is completely separate from drinking-water schemes like Jal Swapno and crop insurance like PMFBY.
Agronomic Advantages of Drip & Sprinkler Micro-Irrigation
Micro-irrigation under PDMC delivers water and soluble fertilizers (fertigation) directly to the root zone, reducing evaporation loss, suppressing weed growth, saving 30%–50% water, and improving fertilizer use efficiency.
Eligibility Guidelines
Who is Eligible to Apply?
Review standard qualifying conditions, income limits, and applicable waiver categories. Read our guide on understanding eligibility
Standard Eligibility Requirements
- All farmers (owner cultivators, tenant farmers, and sharecroppers) with cultivable land and an assured source of water for micro-irrigation
- Small and Marginal Farmers eligible for enhanced 55% indicative subsidy under PDMC guidelines
- Members of Water User Associations (WUAs) or beneficiary groups in notified watershed/command areas
- Valid land records (RoR / Khatian / Porcha) and Aadhaar identification
Not Eligible:
- Individuals without cultivating agricultural land or verifiable water source for micro-irrigation systems.
- Beneficiaries who have already availed full micro-irrigation subsidy for the same plot within the prescribed locking period (typically 7–10 years).
- Non-agricultural commercial setups or unauthorized land encroachments.
Per Drop More Crop
Up to 55% Capital Subsidy on Drip & Sprinkler Systems
Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
Financial assistance for Small and Marginal Farmers (55%) and General Farmers (45%) to adopt precision micro-irrigation technologies.
Har Khet Ko Pani
Expanding Assured Irrigation & Water Body Restoration
Comprehensive development of surface minor irrigation, canal networks, check dams, and RRR of traditional water bodies.
Required Documentation
Commonly Required Documents
Exact document requirements can depend on the application type and applicant circumstances. View our common documents checklist
Standard
Aadhaar Card
Primary identity document for DBT authentication and beneficiary registration.
Standard
Agricultural Land Records (RoR / Khatian / Porcha)
Proof of land ownership, survey plot numbers, and cultivable area.
Standard
Active Bank Passbook / Account Details
Bank details with IFSC code for Direct Benefit Transfer of approved equipment subsidy.
Standard
Water Source Proof & Electricity / Pump Details
Proof of availability of farm pond, borewell, canal, or river water source and pump connection.
Guidance: Ensure the applicant’s bank account is active and matches the beneficiary name exactly before institutional submission.
Application Process
How to Apply for Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)
Step-by-step application and verification procedure based on official guidelines. Read our official portals guide
1
Identify Required Intervention (Micro-Irrigation / Water Harvesting)
Determine whether you need on-farm micro-irrigation (Drip/Sprinkler under PDMC) or community irrigation / pond support.
2
Apply via State Agriculture Portal / Matir Katha / ADA Office
Submit an application through the West Bengal Agriculture Department (Matir Katha portal) or local Block Assistant Director of Agriculture (ADA) office.
3
Field Survey & System Design by Empanelled Company
An authorized micro-irrigation agency surveys your plot, prepares a design layout, and generates an official cost estimate.
4
Administrative Approval & System Installation
Upon administrative sanction, the system is installed on your field with all required filters, mains, laterals, and drippers/sprinklers.
5
Physical Inspection, Geo-Tagging & DBT Subsidy Credit
Agriculture department officials inspect the installation, record GPS coordinates, and disburse the eligible subsidy (45%–55%) via DBT.
Payment Method
Subsidies under Per Drop More Crop (PDMC) are transferred directly into the farmer’s Aadhaar-seeded bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) or adjusted against the farmer’s share through designated state nodal agencies. Major irrigation projects and watershed civil structures are funded directly through government departments.
Formal Scheme Launch Year:Launched on 1 July 2015 by the Government of India
Important to Know
PMKSY is an umbrella irrigation programme and does NOT disburse direct unconditional cash grants.
PDMC offers 45%–55% capital subsidy for installing drip and sprinkler irrigation equipment on farm plots.
PMKSY is completely separate from Jal Swapno (which provides rural drinking water tap connections).
Micro-irrigation saves 30%–50% water and enables simultaneous liquid fertilizer application (fertigation).
Applications in West Bengal are routed through Matir Katha / Block ADA and WRIDD offices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers regarding eligibility, benefits, documents, and application process for Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY).
PMKSY is a national umbrella programme launched in 2015 to expand assured irrigation ("Har Khet Ko Pani"), improve on-farm water use efficiency ("Per Drop More Crop"), and promote watershed development.
Sources Checked
All factual information on this page has been compiled and verified against official government portals, gazettes, and departmental guidelines.
Last Verified: 2026-08-19T00:00:00Z
Independent Platform Notice:
WBScheme is an independent information platform and is not the Government of India or Government of West Bengal. PMKSY components, eligibility, financial assistance, implementation arrangements and application procedures may vary by State, intervention and Government notification. Always verify the latest information with the relevant official Government department before applying.
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