- PM-KUSUM cost splits three ways: central CFA + state share + farmer share.
- The central CFA is commonly cited near ~30% for standalone pumps — but verify per order.
- The state share is set by each state and swings with politics and budgets.
- Special-category / NE states often get a higher central CFA.
- This page is built for the EPC/developer, not the homeowner or farmer.
- Every % below is an estimate as of June 2026 — verify with the SNA, the state notification and the latest MNRE order.
PM-KUSUM is not one subsidy — it is a stack. The centre pays a central financial assistance (CFA) share, the state pays a second share, and the farmer pays the rest. The catch is that the state share is volatile and politically driven, so the same pump can carry a very different farmer cost in two neighbouring states. This map helps an EPC compare states at a glance, then verify the live figure before bidding.
What this PM-KUSUM stacking map shows
This map lays out the PM-KUSUM subsidy split across 15+ states in one table — central CFA, state share, farmer share, and notes. It uses a generic Component-B standalone-pump and Component-C framing, where the central CFA is commonly cited near 30 percent, plus a state share, plus the farmer share.
It is a comparison tool, not a quote. The numbers move with each state's budget and notification, so treat every cell as an estimate as of June 2026. Where a state's exact figure is uncertain, the table says "varies — verify" instead of inventing a precise number.
Why this map is written for the EPC, not the farmer
This page is for EPCs and developers, not for homeowners or farmers. We wrote it to help you compare states, plan cash flow and price a bid — not to hand a farmer a fixed percentage.
Don't quote these numbers to a farmer
A farmer-facing quote must use the live, verified slab from the state notification, not an estimate. Use this map to shortlist states and frame your bid, then pull the exact figure from the SNA before any farmer sees a price. The farmer-cost calculator turns a verified slab into a clean farmer figure.
The three-way split: CFA + state + farmer
Every PM-KUSUM pump cost splits into three shares. Knowing each one is the whole job, because they decide who pays what and when.
Central CFA
The central financial assistance (CFA) is the Government of India's share. For standalone pumps it is commonly cited near 30 percent of the benchmark cost, but the exact figure is set in MNRE orders and changes with benchmark revisions. Always verify the current CFA against the latest order. Our subsidy structure guide breaks the CFA down further.
State share
The state share is the top-up each state government adds on its own. It is the most volatile part of the stack. One state may add a large share so the farmer pays little; another may add far less. The state nodal agency (SNA) notifies it, and it can change between scheme phases.
Farmer share
The farmer share is whatever is left after the CFA and the state share. It is the number a farmer actually pays, often through a loan. Because it is the leftover, a swing in the state share moves the farmer share directly.
Why the state share varies so much
The state share varies because it is a political and budget choice, not a fixed national rule. A state in an election year, or one pushing agri-solar hard, can raise its share sharply.
What moves the slab
- State budgets — the top-up competes with every other state scheme for funds.
- Politics — agri-solar is a visible rural win, so shares rise around elections.
- Scheme phase — a new phase or notification can reset the slab.
- Farmer category — small, marginal, SC/ST or special categories often get more.
- Component — Component-B, Component-C and feeder solarisation can split differently.
Because of all this, no single national percentage is guaranteed. Anyone who quotes you one fixed number for the whole country is guessing. Verify each state's current share against the SNA, the state notification and the latest MNRE order.
State-by-state PM-KUSUM subsidy comparison
Here is the comparison across 15+ states, plus a special-category / NE row. Read it as a shortlist tool. Every cell is an estimate as of June 2026 — the live notification always wins.
Special-category and North-East states
Special-category, North-East and hill states commonly get a higher central CFA under PM-KUSUM. The aim is to offset the higher logistics and project costs in these regions.
Don't assume a fixed number
The higher CFA for these states is set in MNRE orders and can change. Do not lock a fixed percentage into your model. For any project in a special-category or NE state, verify the current CFA in the latest MNRE order before you build the bid.
How to read a slab on this map
Read each row as three shares that must add up to the full benchmark cost. The CFA and the state share are the subsidy; the farmer share is the rest.
A worked example, with the caveat
Suppose a state shows a ~30% central CFA (est.) and a large state share (est.). The farmer share is then small (est.). But "large" and "small" are placeholders here on purpose — the exact split depends on the live notification and the farmer category. Pull the real numbers from the SNA before you treat them as fact. The bid economics guide shows how that split flows into your price.
How to verify each state's current share
Verify every slab against three sources, in this order, because the live source always beats a table.
The three sources to check
- The SNA site — the state nodal agency's current notification and tender.
- The state government order — the order that fixes the state share for the phase.
- The latest MNRE order — for the central CFA and the benchmark cost.
Find the right agency through our state nodal agencies directory, then read its live notification. The benchmark cost itself moves too — see benchmark cost revisions for why a CFA percentage can shift even when the percentage looks unchanged.
What this means for your bid and cash flow
The split decides not just the price but the cash flow. Central money, state money and farmer money arrive at different times, and that shapes the working capital a bid ties up.
Plan for the timing, not just the total
A high state share is good for winning farmers but can mean waiting on a state release. Model when each share lands, not just the totals, so a slow state payment does not strangle your project. Our EMD and PBG guide covers the working capital a bid locks up, and the pump cost benchmark sets the base the percentages sit on.
How SuryaHub helps you stack subsidies right
The hard part is not the maths — it is using the live figure, not an old one. SuryaHub keeps the central CFA, the state share and the farmer share per state in one place, with the SNA and notification links to verify each slab, and feeds the verified numbers into the SuryaHub quoting engine and finance & GST so every quote uses the current slab. SuryaHub is pre-revenue; its only real pilots are Suryantra Energy and RGESPL, and every percentage here is an estimate to verify with the source.
Quote on the live subsidy, every time
See how SuryaHub keeps each state's CFA, state share and farmer share verified and ready to quote.
Related guides
Frequently asked questions
How does the PM-KUSUM subsidy stack across states?+
PM-KUSUM cost is split three ways: a central CFA, a state share, and a farmer share. The common framing is a central CFA of around 30 percent plus a state share plus the farmer share, but the split changes by component, state and farmer category. Every slab is an estimate, so verify each state against the SNA, the state notification and the latest MNRE order.
Is the PM-KUSUM state subsidy the same in every state?+
No. The central CFA is fairly uniform, often around 30 percent, but the state share is set by each state and changes with politics, budgets and the scheme phase. Some states add a large top-up so the farmer pays little; others add less. Treat any state figure as an estimate and confirm it with the state nodal agency before you bid.
Why do special-category and North-East states get a higher CFA?+
Special-category and North-East and hill states commonly get a higher central CFA under PM-KUSUM to offset higher logistics and project costs. The exact higher percentage is set in MNRE orders and can change, so do not assume a fixed number. Verify the current CFA for these states in the latest MNRE order before you build a bid.
How do I verify the current PM-KUSUM subsidy for a state?+
Check three sources for each state: the state nodal agency (SNA) site for its current notification, the state government order that fixes the state share, and the latest MNRE order for the central CFA and benchmark cost. The slabs change often, so the live notification beats any table. SuryaHub keeps these links per state so your team checks the source, not a guess.
Why does the subsidy split matter for an EPC bid?+
The split decides how much money flows from the centre, from the state and from the farmer, and when. That affects your cash flow, your working capital and the price you can bid. A wrong assumption about the state share can break your bid economics, so confirm the live slab before you price a PM-KUSUM tender.
Are the percentages on this PM-KUSUM map guaranteed?+
No. Every percentage here is an estimate as of June 2026, shown to help EPCs compare states, not to quote to a farmer. State subsidy shares are volatile and politically driven. Verify each states current share against the SNA, the state notification and the latest MNRE order before you rely on any figure.
How does SuryaHub help with state subsidy stacking?+
SuryaHub keeps the central CFA, the state share and the farmer share per state in one place, with the SNA and notification links to verify each slab, so your quotes use the live figure not an old one. SuryaHub is pre-revenue, with Suryantra Energy and RGESPL as its only real pilots, and all percentages here are estimates to verify with the source.
Sources & references
The three-way split, the central CFA and the benchmark cost come from the PM-KUSUM portal and MNRE orders. State shares come from each state's notification and SNA. The slabs change often, so always read the live source before you bid.
- PM-KUSUM National Portal ↗
Scheme dashboard and state implementation links.
- Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) ↗
Scheme guidelines, CFA orders and benchmark cost revisions.
- SECI ↗
Model PM-KUSUM tender documents and implementing-agency data.
Written by the SuryaHub team · reviewed against MNRE, PM-KUSUM portal & SECI sources · updated 19 June 2026.
Method: The comparison uses a generic Component-B/C standalone-pump framing and is re-checked every 30 days. Every central CFA, state share and farmer share is an estimate as of June 2026 to verify with the SNA, the state notification and the latest MNRE order. SuryaHub is pre-revenue; only Suryantra Energy and RGESPL are real pilots.
Change log: 19 Jun 2026 — first published.