The quick answer
Choose a solar irrigation pump using the water source, required flow, total pumping head and daily irrigation need. HP alone does not describe how much water will reach your field under your site conditions.
What information should you collect for a pump quotation?
Record the water source, seasonal water level, bore or well details, delivery height, pipe route and required daily water volume. Explain the crop or irrigation arrangement and the hours when pumping is useful. A site-specific hydraulic assessment should come before equipment selection.
For farms around Bengaluru, photographs and existing pump details can help the discussion, but they do not replace measurements. Tell the supplier if you are replacing a diesel pump, adapting an electric pump or planning a new installation.
Ask for a matched pump, controller and solar array
Pai Power Solutions lists solar irrigation pump options. Request the exact pump model and a duty-point assessment showing the proposed flow and head. The controller and panel array should be specified for that configuration rather than selected from HP alone.
Discuss mounting space, shading, pipework, dry-run protection and service access. Ask how changing sunlight affects the proposed operation and whether water storage is suitable for the irrigation schedule. Confirm which civil, hydraulic and electrical work is included.
- Water source and seasonal level
- Required flow and total pumping head
- Pump, controller and array specifications
- Pipework, protection and installation exclusions
Check scheme eligibility through official channels
MNRE’s PM-KUSUM resources describe agricultural solar programmes. Availability, application windows, eligibility and approved procurement arrangements must be checked through the current official process; a commercial quotation does not confirm a subsidy entitlement.
When asking for a solar pump proposal near Bangalore, include the site location, existing equipment and water-demand information. Request a written installation scope, warranty terms and service plan. Do not accept an output promise without the conditions and duty point that support it.
Common questions
Is a 10 HP solar pump suitable for every borewell?
No. Suitability depends on water levels, total head, required flow, bore dimensions and the selected pump’s characteristics. Request a hydraulic assessment.
Is PM-KUSUM subsidy guaranteed with a pump purchase?
No. Check current eligibility, application and procurement requirements through official channels before relying on a subsidy in your purchase decision.
Sources & further reading
- MNRE: PM-KUSUM programme information (opens in a new tab)
- Official PM-KUSUM portal (opens in a new tab)
Published 8 October 2026. Confirm current model documents and applicable connection or scheme requirements before ordering. This guide supports a buying discussion; the final design depends on your site.