Drip Irrigation Subsidy in Maharashtra: How to Apply on MahaDBT, Who Gets Up to 80%, Documents and What Happens After Lottery
Maharashtra farmers can get drip and sprinkler subsidy through MahaDBT. Small and marginal farmers can get up to 80% with the state top-up, others up to 75%.
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Maharashtra farmers can apply for drip and sprinkler irrigation subsidy online on the MahaDBT farmer portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in). Under the Centre’s Per Drop More Crop scheme, small and marginal farmers get 55% of the unit cost and other farmers 45%; Maharashtra adds a top-up under its own scheme, which takes the total to as much as 80% for small and marginal farmers and 75% for others, subject to the cost norms.
Applications are selected by lottery, so apply as soon as the window opens.
Subsidy at a glance
| Farmer category | Central share (PMKSY) | With state top-up |
|---|---|---|
| Small and marginal (up to 2 hectares) | 55% | Up to 80% |
| Other farmers | 45% | Up to 75% |
The subsidy is calculated on the government’s unit cost for your crop spacing and area, not on the dealer’s quote. Check the latest government resolution on MahaDBT for the exact rates.
Documents
- 7/12 and 8A extracts
- Aadhaar card and Aadhaar-linked bank account
- Caste certificate if applying under SC/ST categories
- Proof of water source (well, borewell, farm pond or canal)
- Quotation and bill from a registered drip company, after pre-sanction
How to apply
- Register on mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in as a farmer, using Aadhaar.
- Choose Irrigation Equipment and Facilities, then Drip or Sprinkler irrigation.
- Enter crop, area and water source details, and pay the small application fee.
- If selected in the lottery, upload documents and wait for pre-sanction.
- Install the system through a registered company only after pre-sanction.
- Upload the bill; after field verification, the subsidy is credited to your bank account.
Drip saves water and can raise yields, which matters in a year when 305 talukas are drought-hit. Before applying, keep your 7/12 extract and Farmer ID ready.
Subsidy rates, unit costs and selection rules are set by the state’s government resolutions and can change. Confirm the current terms on MahaDBT or with your taluka agriculture office.
Frequently asked questions
How much subsidy is given for drip irrigation in Maharashtra?
Up to 80% for small and marginal farmers and up to 75% for others, combining the central and state shares, on the government’s unit cost.
How do I apply for drip subsidy in Maharashtra?
Online on the MahaDBT farmer portal, under Irrigation Equipment and Facilities.
Can I install drip before the subsidy is approved?
No. Install only after pre-sanction, or the application may be rejected.
Is there a lottery for MahaDBT drip subsidy?
Yes. Applications are usually selected by lottery, and selected farmers then upload documents.
