By Dr. Shrawan Kumar Pathak
To get a Saur Sujala solar pump in 2026, you need three core documents ready: your Aadhaar card, proof that the farm land is in your name (B-1/P-2 land record), and a bank account in your name. You apply through CREDA (Chhattisgarh State Renewable Energy Development Agency). Your application then moves through three stages: document check, field verification, and installation. The government pays a very large part of the cost. Per the official district page, the subsidy is “90-95 percent” of the pump cost, so your own share is small.
If a stage is stuck or you cannot get a clear answer, RTI Wiki Help with a subscription can guide you through filing an RTI to the CREDA office.
Saur Sujala is not a one-step form. Your file passes through three clear stages. Knowing the stage you are at tells you what to chase next.
Stage 1 - Document check. You submit your form with documents at the District CREDA office or online. CREDA staff check that your land record, Aadhaar, and bank details match. If anything is missing, your file is held here. Most delays happen at this stage, so get your papers right the first time.
Stage 2 - Field verification. CREDA verifies your farm. They check that you have a real water source, such as a borewell, open well, or surface water, and that the pump size suits your land. The official district page lists pumps of “2HP, 3HP and 5HP”. A small farm gets a smaller pump; a larger farm gets a 5 HP pump.
Stage 3 - Sanction and installation. Once verification clears, your subsidy is sanctioned. You pay only your small beneficiary share. CREDA then installs the solar panels and pump. CREDA also helps with installation and after-sale maintenance.
A simple way to think about it: Stage 1 is about your papers, Stage 2 is about your field, and Stage 3 is about your money and the actual pump. When you ask the office for an update, name the stage. Saying “is my file at document check, field verification, or installation?” gets a clearer answer than just asking “what is my status?”
Keep these ready before you apply. A clean, complete file is the fastest way through Stage 1.
Carry both originals and self-attested copies. If your land record is old, get it updated at the patwari or tahsil office first, because a name mismatch is the most common reason files get held.
A few practical tips on the documents. Make sure the name spelling matches across your Aadhaar, bank passbook, and land record. Even a small spelling difference can stall the document check. Keep your mobile number linked to your Aadhaar and bank account, as the office may send updates by SMS. If the land is jointly owned, ask the office whether all co-owners must sign or give a no-objection. Sorting this out before you submit saves a return trip.
Saur Sujala is built so the farmer pays only a small share and the government pays the rest. This is the heart of the scheme.
The official Gariaband district page states the pump is given “with 90-95 percent subsidy”. So for a pump that costs a few lakh rupees, the government share is the large majority and your own share is small.
Your own share is called the beneficiary contribution. It changes with your social category and pump size. For SC and ST farmers the share is the lowest, and general-category farmers pay more. The official district page puts the subsidy at 90 to 95 percent, so your contribution is only a small part of the total pump cost. Exact rupee amounts change from year to year, so confirm the figure for your category at your District CREDA office before you pay.
There is no separate “voucher” to redeem in this scheme. The subsidy is built into the price. You only pay your fixed beneficiary share; CREDA covers the rest directly and installs the system.
To apply:
To track your status:
CREDA does the verification and approval, so the District CREDA office is your single point of contact. Call or visit them with your reference number and ask which of the three stages your file is at. If you applied online, check the same CREDA portal where you applied for a status option.
If the office gives no clear answer, or your file sits at one stage for a long time, you have a right to ask in writing. File an RTI to the Public Information Officer of the District CREDA office. Ask three plain questions: which stage is my application at, what is pending from my side, and by when will it be decided. An RTI usually gets a written reply within 30 days and often unblocks a stuck file.
When you visit or call, keep a small record of your own. Write down the date, the name of the person you spoke to, and what they told you. If you submit any missing paper, get a stamped acknowledgement. This paper trail matters if the file gets stuck and you later need to file an RTI or a complaint. It also helps you prove how long a stage has been pending, which is the strongest point in any follow-up.
Always confirm whether the scheme is open for new applications in your district for the current year. Availability and the number of pumps can change each year, so check with CREDA before you spend time on the form.
It is run by CREDA, the Chhattisgarh State Renewable Energy Development Agency, under the state Department of Energy. CREDA handles applications, verification, installation, and maintenance.
The official district page lists 2 HP, 3 HP, and 5 HP solar pumps. The size sanctioned depends on your land and water source. Smaller farms get smaller pumps.
You pay only a small beneficiary contribution; the official district page puts the subsidy at 90-95 percent. SC and ST farmers pay the lowest share. Confirm the exact amount for your category at the District CREDA office before paying.
Your Aadhaar, a land record (B-1 / P-2) in your own name, and a bank account in your name are the three core documents. A name mismatch on the land record is the most common cause of delay.
Contact the District CREDA office with your acknowledgement or reference number and ask which stage your file is at. If they do not reply clearly, file an RTI to the CREDA Public Information Officer.
Availability changes year to year and district to district. Always confirm with your District CREDA office whether new applications are being accepted before you apply.
*This guide is for general help only and is not legal or financial advice. RTI Wiki is not a government entity. Confirm all amounts and eligibility at your District CREDA office or on the official CREDA website before you apply.*