Minor Irrigation · Tamil Nadu

Dug well Subsidy in Tamil Nadu

Dug well

NABARD Unit Cost for Dug well in Tamil Nadu

Government-approved benchmark amount for minor irrigation financing

NABARD Unit Cost₹1,15,500
StateTamil Nadu
CategoryMinor Irrigation
Sub-CategoryDugwell
Specificationdia. 4.50m, depth l5m, depth of lining 4m

Dug well — dia. 4.50m, depth l5m, depth of lining 4m

Eligibility for Dug well Subsidy in Tamil Nadu

Who can apply

  • Individual farmers with land records (7/12, patta, or registered lease deed) in Tamil Nadu
  • 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: dia. 4.50m, depth l5m, depth of lining 4m. If your investment differs in scale or configuration, ask your bank to identify the nearest applicable NABARD benchmark.

How to Apply for Dug well Subsidy in Tamil Nadu

Step-by-step process

  1. Prepare a Detailed Project Report — Use the NABARD unit cost of ₹1,15,500 as the benchmark for a dia. 4.50m, depth l5m, depth of lining 4m investment.
  2. Visit your bank in Tamil Nadu — Bring Aadhaar, land records (7/12 or patta), and the DPR to a nationalised bank, RRB, or PACS branch.
  3. Scheme linkage — The bank will link your application to PM KUSUM or PMKSY.
  4. Technical verification — A department officer inspects the asset after installation and submits a verification report to the sanctioning authority.
  5. 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.

Relevant central schemes:

Dug well Subsidy — State-wise Comparison

NABARD unit costs for Dug well across 16 states. Amounts reflect local input costs and state-level additions.

Dug well NABARD unit cost across Indian states
StateSubsidy AmountDetails
Bihar₹4,55,000View →
Bihar₹2,20,000View →
Tamil Naducurrent₹1,23,200View →
Andhra Pradesh₹1,18,800View →
Chhattisgarh₹1,17,000View →
Andhra Pradesh₹1,15,700View →
Tamil Naducurrent₹1,15,500View →
Chhattisgarh₹1,06,000View →
Andhra Pradesh₹1,01,500View →
Andhra Pradesh₹95,300View →
Chhattisgarh₹86,000View →
Chhattisgarh₹74,000View →
Andhra Pradesh₹63,800View →
Andhra Pradesh₹60,600View →
West Bengal₹55,000View →
Andhra Pradesh₹40,200View →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NABARD subsidy amount for Dug well in Tamil Nadu?

The NABARD unit cost for Dug well in Tamil Nadu is ₹1,15,500 (specification: dia. 4.50m, depth l5m, depth of lining 4m). 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 "dia. 4.50m, depth l5m, depth of lining 4m" mean for Dug well?

The specification "dia. 4.50m, depth l5m, depth of lining 4m" 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 Dug well subsidy in Tamil Nadu?

Step 1: Prepare a DPR for Dug well using the NABARD unit cost of ₹1,15,500 as the benchmark. Step 2: Visit a nationalised bank or RRB in Tamil Nadu 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 Dug well in Tamil Nadu?

Dug well 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 Tamil Nadu.

Which state gives the highest subsidy for Dug well?

Among states with published NABARD unit costs for Dug well, Bihar offers the highest amount at ₹4,55,000, compared to ₹1,15,500 in Tamil Nadu. 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 Dug well financing in Tamil Nadu?

NABARD-linked term loans for minor irrigation investments like Dug well 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.