PM-KUSUM Scheme Extended Till 2028 with Enhanced Subsidies
The Union Government has extended the PM-KUSUM scheme until March 2028 to ensure all farmers have access to solar-powered irrigation.
2-Minute Summary (TL;DR)
- PM-KUSUM scheme extended to March 2028.
- Aims to de-dieselize the farm sector and provide water security.
- Includes three components focusing on land use and pump solarization.
- Targeting a total solar capacity of 34,800 MW by the end of the period.
How This Topic is Tested in Competitive Exams
| Exam | Frequency | Approx. Marks | What Gets Asked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banking (IBPS / SBI) | High | 4–6 | Financial inclusion schemes, Jan Dhan, PMSBY, and credit guarantee schemes are key banking exam topics. |
| State PCS / PSC | Very High | 6–10 | Both central and state schemes are tested extensively in state PCS papers. |
| UPSC / State PCS | High | 8–12 | UPSC tests implementation, target beneficiaries, and outcomes — not just scheme names. |
What to Memorize from This Topic
- Scheme: full name, ministry, launch date, objective
- Financial figures: allocation, beneficiaries reached so far
- Eligibility: who can benefit (age, income, gender, area)
- Implementing agency: central, state, or both
- Related amendments or extensions: any recent modifications to the scheme
Practice Questions
Q1. What is the full form of the KUSUM scheme?
- Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan
- Kisan Unnati Sahayata Urja Mission
- Krishi Urja Sarvatra Utkarsh Mission
- Kisan Ujjwala Shakti Unnati Mission
Explanation: PM-KUSUM stands for Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan.
Q2. The PM-KUSUM scheme has been extended until which year?
- 2026
- 2027
- 2028
- 2030
Explanation: The government has extended the scheme's timeline to March 2028.
How to Prepare Government Schemes for Government Exams
Create a scheme log: Name | Ministry | Target | Key Feature. Add every new scheme as it appears. Review this weekly.
Focus on 'Flagship' schemes: PM-KISAN, PMAY, Ayushman Bharat, PM SVANidhi. These generate the most questions.
For UPSC, understand the policy objective behind the scheme — income support, housing, health insurance. The 'why' matters more than the name.
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