- The official national portal is pmkusum.mnre.gov.in; the ministry is mnre.gov.in.
- The scheme is delivered through official state nodal agency (SNA) portals.
- No genuine site promises a guaranteed subsidy for an upfront fee.
- EPCs should always send farmers to official portals only.
- Verify the portal and any fraud advisory directly with MNRE.
PM-KUSUM is a national scheme with real money attached, which makes it a target for online scams aimed at farmers. The good news: telling genuine from fake is simple once you know what the official channels are. This guide keeps your farmers — and your brand — safe.
Why scams target PM-KUSUM
Scams target PM-KUSUM because it combines a trusted government name, real subsidy money, and farmers who may be new to online forms. That mix is attractive to fraudsters who build look-alike sites to collect fees or personal data.
The aim of this page is not to name or accuse any private site — that is unfair and unsafe. Instead, it teaches the one habit that defeats every scam: verify the official portal first, and treat anything that does not match it as suspect. Genuine empanelled EPCs are often a farmer's first line of defence.
The official PM-KUSUM portals
The official PM-KUSUM website is the National Portal at pmkusum.mnre.gov.in, run by MNRE, with the ministry itself at mnre.gov.in. The scheme is then delivered through each state's official state nodal agency (SNA) portal.
These government sites are the genuine channels. Any other site that claims to "register" a farmer for the subsidy in exchange for a fee should be treated with caution. Because official URLs can be updated, always confirm the current official portal directly with MNRE rather than trusting a link from a message or advert.
How to verify a portal is genuine
Verifying a portal takes under a minute and stops almost every scam. Teach farmers — and your own field staff — these checks.
Check the domain
A genuine portal sits on a .gov.in domain — pmkusum.mnre.gov.in or an official SNA site. Read the address carefully, because fake sites use look-alike spellings. Type the official address yourself instead of clicking a forwarded link.
Cross-check against MNRE
If you are unsure, open mnre.gov.in and the National Portal and confirm the link from there. Check the live MNRE fraud advisory too — it lists the official channels and the current reporting route. Confirm rather than assume.
Red flags of a fake site or scam
A fake site or scam message usually shows one or more of these signs. None of them appear on the genuine government channels.
- Upfront fee for a "guarantee" — a promise of fast, guaranteed subsidy if you pay first.
- Look-alike domain — a slightly misspelt or non-government address.
- Pressure and urgency — "apply in 24 hours or lose the subsidy".
- Only a personal number — no official helpline, address or office.
- Third-party form or app — pushing you away from the official portal.
- Asking for OTP or bank PIN — no genuine portal asks for these.
Genuine vs fake: a quick checklist
The table compares what a genuine channel looks like against common scam patterns. Use it as a guide, then confirm the official portal with MNRE before acting.
Use this as a guide, not a final test. Always confirm the official portal and any fraud advisory directly with MNRE before acting.
How EPCs protect farmers
EPCs protect farmers from scams by always pointing them to the official channels and never collecting unofficial fees. A genuine, empanelled EPC is the trusted face a farmer relies on, so your guidance carries weight.
- Send farmers to pmkusum.mnre.gov.in and the official SNA portal — nowhere else.
- Explain the real subsidy logic — it depends on tender, component and approval, not a fast guarantee.
- Never ask for OTP or bank PIN, and tell farmers no genuine party will.
- Give clear receipts for any genuine payment, like the farmer share set by the tender.
Protecting your own brand
Scammers sometimes misuse a real EPC's name to look credible. You protect your brand by keeping a clean, traceable process that a farmer or official can verify.
- Keep a verifiable empanelment record so anyone can confirm you are genuine.
- Use official channels for every application and approval step.
- Document payments transparently, with receipts and clear references.
- Warn farmers proactively about look-alike sites in your area.
- Report misuse of your name to MNRE and the authorities quickly.
How to report a scam
You report a fake PM-KUSUM website to MNRE through the contacts on mnre.gov.in and the National Portal, to the relevant state nodal agency, and to the national cyber-crime channels for online fraud. Keep screenshots, links and any messages as evidence.
Because reporting routes can change, check the live MNRE fraud advisory for the current process before you file. Fast reporting protects the next farmer and helps officials take down a fake site sooner.
How SuryaHub helps you run a clean, trusted process
Trust is built on a process a farmer can verify. SuryaHub runs every application through the official government workflows, keeps a clear record of each step and payment in the CRM, and gives farmers traceable receipts — so your genuine work is easy to confirm and hard to imitate. SuryaHub is pre-revenue; the only real pilots are Suryantra Energy and RGESPL, and you should always verify the official portal and any fraud advisory directly with MNRE.
Run a process farmers can trust
See how SuryaHub keeps every step on official channels with a clear record.
Related guides
Frequently asked questions
What is the official PM-KUSUM website?+
The official PM-KUSUM website is the National Portal at pmkusum.mnre.gov.in, run by MNRE, and the scheme is delivered through official state nodal agency portals. Only these government sites are genuine. Always confirm the current official portal and any fraud advisory directly with MNRE before you or a farmer enter any details.
How can I tell if a PM-KUSUM website is fake?+
You can tell a PM-KUSUM website may be fake when it uses a look-alike domain instead of pmkusum.mnre.gov.in, promises a guaranteed subsidy for an upfront fee, gives only a personal mobile number, or pushes you to a third-party form. Verify the official portal with MNRE and treat anything that does not match as suspect.
Do farmers pay a registration fee for PM-KUSUM?+
Farmers do not pay an upfront fee in exchange for a guaranteed PM-KUSUM subsidy. The scheme has a farmer share of project cost set by the tender, but anyone promising fast guaranteed approval for a separate registration or processing fee is a warning sign. Verify any payment through the official portal and the state nodal agency.
How do EPCs protect farmers from PM-KUSUM scams?+
EPCs protect farmers from PM-KUSUM scams by always directing them to the official portal at pmkusum.mnre.gov.in and the state nodal agency, never collecting unofficial fees, and explaining that subsidy depends on tender, component and approval. Clear, honest guidance from a genuine empanelled EPC is a farmer best defence against fraud.
How can EPCs protect their own brand from scams?+
EPCs protect their own brand by keeping a verifiable empanelment record, using official channels for every application, documenting payments transparently, and warning farmers about look-alike sites. If a scam misuses an EPC name, the EPC should report it to MNRE and the authorities. A clean, traceable process is the strongest brand protection.
Where do I report a fake PM-KUSUM website?+
You report a fake PM-KUSUM website to MNRE through the contacts on mnre.gov.in and the National Portal, to the relevant state nodal agency, and to the national cyber-crime channels for online fraud. Check the live MNRE fraud advisory for the current reporting route, and keep screenshots and links as evidence.
Sources & references
The official portal, scheme rules and any fraud advisory come from MNRE and the National Portal. The only genuine channels are pmkusum.mnre.gov.in, mnre.gov.in and the official SNA portals — confirm them directly with MNRE before acting.
- PM-KUSUM National Portal ↗
The official national portal — pmkusum.mnre.gov.in.
- Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) ↗
Scheme guidelines and any official fraud advisory.
- State nodal agency (e.g. MEDA) ↗
Example of an official SNA portal delivering the scheme.
Written by the SuryaHub team · reviewed against MNRE & PM-KUSUM National Portal sources · updated 19 June 2026.
Method: The official channels and warning signs are taken from the government sources above and re-checked every 30 days. We name only the official portals as genuine and do not accuse any private site. Confirm the official portal and any fraud advisory directly with MNRE. SuryaHub is pre-revenue; only Suryantra Energy and RGESPL are real pilots.
Change log: 19 Jun 2026 — first published.