Minor Irrigation · Maharashtra
Mulberry Subsidy in Maharashtra
Mulberry
NABARD Unit Cost for Mulberry in Maharashtra
Government-approved benchmark amount for minor irrigation financing
Mulberry — 1.5x0.9x0.6 m
Eligibility for Mulberry 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: 1.5x0.9x0.6 m. If your investment differs in scale or configuration, ask your bank to identify the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.
How to Apply for Mulberry Subsidy in Maharashtra
Step-by-step process
- Prepare a Detailed Project Report — Use the NABARD unit cost of ₹60,000 as the benchmark for a 1.5x0.9x0.6 m 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.
Mulberry Subsidy — State-wise Comparison
NABARD unit costs for Mulberry across 7 states. Amounts reflect local input costs and state-level additions.
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 Mulberry in Maharashtra?
The NABARD unit cost for Mulberry in Maharashtra is ₹60,000 (specification: 1.5x0.9x0.6 m). 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 "1.5x0.9x0.6 m" mean for Mulberry?
The specification "1.5x0.9x0.6 m" 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 Mulberry subsidy in Maharashtra?
Step 1: Prepare a DPR for Mulberry using the NABARD unit cost of ₹60,000 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 Mulberry in Maharashtra?
Mulberry 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 Mulberry?
Among states with published NABARD unit costs for Mulberry, Arunachal Pradesh offers the highest amount at ₹1,20,000, compared to ₹60,000 in Maharashtra. Differences reflect local input costs, transport, and state-level top-up subsidies. The compare table below shows amounts across all states where this activity has published unit costs.
What is the loan repayment period for Mulberry financing in Maharashtra?
NABARD-linked term loans for minor irrigation investments like Mulberry 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.