Keeping the right paperwork ready is the easiest way to avoid delays in your Kusum Solar Pump Yojana application. Below is a clear checklist of the documents required for the PM-KUSUM (Kusum Mahaurja) Component B application in Maharashtra.

Documents checklist
| Document | Why it is needed |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar card | Identity verification and OTP authentication |
| 7/12 land extract (Saat Baara Utara) | Proof of agricultural land ownership and survey number |
| 8-A extract (if asked) | Additional land record proof |
| Bank passbook / cancelled cheque | Account details for subsidy and payment |
| Recent passport-size photograph | Applicant identification |
| Mobile number (Aadhaar-linked) | OTP and SMS updates |
| Caste certificate (SC/ST only) | To claim the lower 5% beneficiary share |
| Water-source proof (well/borewell details) | To confirm a sustainable water source |
Document tips
- Make sure the name on Aadhaar, bank and 7/12 extract match as closely as possible.
- Scan documents clearly — avoid blurred or cropped images.
- Keep both digital copies (for upload) and originals (for verification).
- SC/ST applicants should keep a valid caste certificate to claim the reduced contribution.
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FAQ
Is a caste certificate compulsory?
Only SC/ST applicants need it — to claim the lower 5% beneficiary contribution. General-category applicants do not.
What if my 7/12 extract has multiple owners?
Jointly owned land may need additional consent/NOC. Check the official portal guidance for joint holdings.
Ready with documents? See how to apply online, check eligibility, or read the full PM-KUSUM Maharashtra guide.