Minor Irrigation · Maharashtra
Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick Subsidy in Maharashtra
Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick
NABARD Unit Cost for Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick in Maharashtra
Government-approved benchmark amount for minor irrigation financing
Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick — 5 x 5m
Eligibility for Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick Subsidy in Maharashtra
Who can apply
- Individual farmers with land records (7/12, patta, or registered lease deed) in Maharashtra
- Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
- Agri-entrepreneurs and cooperatives for commercial-scale investments
- SC/ST farmers and women farmers (eligible for enhanced subsidy component of 5–10% additional)
Specification note
This unit cost applies specifically to: 5 x 5m. If your investment differs in scale or configuration, ask your bank to identify the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.
How to Apply for Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick Subsidy in Maharashtra
Step-by-step process
- Prepare a Detailed Project Report — Use the NABARD unit cost of ₹36,000 as the benchmark for a 5 x 5m investment.
- Visit your bank in Maharashtra — Bring Aadhaar, land records (7/12 or patta), and the DPR to a nationalised bank, RRB, or PACS branch.
- Scheme linkage — The bank will link your application to PM KUSUM or PMKSY.
- Technical verification — A department officer inspects the asset after installation and submits a verification report to the sanctioning authority.
- Subsidy credit to loan account — The capital subsidy is deposited directly into your loan account, reducing the outstanding principal. Total processing time: 30–60 days.
More Minor Irrigation Subsidies in Maharashtra
- Dug-well in Sandstone and Metamorphic formation in Vidarbha region (applicable to Gadchiroli, Chandrapur, Bhandara districts and part of Nagpur district)₹1,30,000
- Dug-cum-borewell in alluvial formation of Tapi & Purna basins in Vidarbha Region Akola, Amravati, Buldhana & Dhule dists.₹1,10,000
- Dug well in Konkan region (Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts)₹1,00,000
- Dug well in Pune region (Pune, Sangli, Satara, Solapur and Kolhapur districts)₹1,30,000
- Dug well in Amravati region (Amravati, Akola, Washim, Yavatmal and Buldana districts)₹1,00,000
- Dug well in Nagpur region (Chandrapur, Nagpur, Gadchiroli, Wardha, Bhandara & Gondia districts)₹1,00,000
- Dugwell in Aurangabad region (Aurangabad, Beed, Osmanabad, Parbhani, Hingoli, Nanded, Latur & Jalna districts)₹1,10,000
- Dugwell in Nasik (East) region (Ahmednagar, Nasik, Dhule & Nandurbar districts)₹1,15,000
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NABARD subsidy amount for Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick in Maharashtra?
The NABARD unit cost for Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick in Maharashtra is ₹36,000 (specification: 5 x 5m). This is the benchmark amount banks use when sanctioning a term loan for this activity. The actual subsidy you receive depends on the scheme — typically 25–50% of the unit cost.
What does "5 x 5m" mean for Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick?
The specification "5 x 5m" defines the exact scale or parameters of the investment — such as area in hectares, capacity in litres per day, number of animals, or structural dimensions. NABARD unit costs are tied to this specification; a different scale may have a different unit cost. If your project differs, ask your bank to use the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.
How do I apply for the Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick subsidy in Maharashtra?
Step 1: Prepare a DPR for Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick using the NABARD unit cost of ₹36,000 as the benchmark. Step 2: Visit a nationalised bank or RRB in Maharashtra with land records, Aadhaar, and the DPR. Step 3: The bank appraises and routes the subsidy claim through the Minor Irrigation department. Step 4: After physical verification, the subsidy is deposited into your loan account. Total processing time is typically 30–60 days.
Which government scheme covers Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick in Maharashtra?
Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick falls under the Minor Irrigation category. Relevant central schemes include PM-KUSUM (solar pumps) and PMKSY (irrigation). Check the Apply section below for the specific portal and nodal department in Maharashtra.
Which state gives the highest subsidy for Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick?
Maharashtra offers ₹36,000 for Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick, which is among the higher rates across Indian states. The compare table below shows the exact amount in each state where NABARD has published a unit cost for this activity.
What is the loan repayment period for Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick financing in Maharashtra?
NABARD-linked term loans for minor irrigation investments like Custard Apple, Pomegranate, Ber, Fig, Drumstick typically have a repayment period of 5–9 years (including a moratorium of 1–2 years). The moratorium aligns with the gestation period of the investment — for example, a fruit orchard may take 3 years to yield income, so repayment begins after that. Exact tenure depends on your bank and the specific scheme.