1 HP Solar Pump in India: Price, Specifications & Best Models

The Short Answer

A 1 HP solar pump in India costs ₹60,000–₹90,000 for a submersible system and ₹45,000–₹65,000 for a surface system before subsidy. Under KUSUM Yojana, farmers pay only ₹18,000–₹36,000. It delivers 40,000–60,000 litres per day — enough to irrigate 1–2 acres with drip irrigation or fill a 1,000-litre overhead tank for home use.

1 HP Solar Pump Specifications

Specification	Value
Motor power	1 HP (0.75 kW)
Solar panel required	1.2–1.5 kW (2–3 panels of 540W)
Daily water output	40,000–60,000 litres (at 30m TDH)
Max head (submersible)	100–150 feet
Max suction (surface)	15–20 feet
Operating hours	6–8 hours/day (sunny conditions)
Controller type	MPPT (DC or AC VFD)

Output decreases with depth. At 150 feet, a 1 HP submersible delivers about 30,000 litres/day. At 50 feet, output exceeds 60,000 litres/day.

1 HP Solar Pump Price Breakdown

Component	Submersible System	Surface System
Solar panels (1.2–1.5 kW)	₹28,000–₹38,000	₹28,000–₹38,000
Pump + motor	₹15,000–₹25,000	₹8,000–₹12,000
Controller	₹8,000–₹15,000	₹5,000–₹10,000
Mounting + wiring	₹5,000–₹8,000	₹3,000–₹5,000
Installation	₹4,000–₹6,000	₹2,000–₹3,000
Total	₹60,000–₹90,000	₹45,000–₹65,000

After KUSUM (60% subsidy): submersible ₹18,000–₹36,000, surface ₹14,000–₹26,000. Full price guide →

AC vs DC: Which 1 HP Pump to Choose?

At 1 HP, both AC and DC BLDC options are available:

Feature	DC BLDC (1 HP)	AC Induction (1 HP)
Price	₹55,000–₹80,000	₹65,000–₹90,000
Efficiency	85–92%	75–85%
Starts at	30–40% sunlight	50–60% sunlight
Panels needed	1.0–1.2 kW	1.2–1.5 kW
Extra daily output	10–15% more	Baseline
Service	Authorised centres only	Any motor shop

Recommendation: For 1 HP, DC BLDC pumps are the better choice — lower cost, higher efficiency, and they start pumping earlier in the morning. The limited service network is less of a concern since BLDC motors rarely need repair.

Best Uses for a 1 HP Solar Pump

Small farm irrigation (1–2 acres) — combined with drip or micro-sprinkler for vegetables, flowers, or fruit saplings
Home water supply — filling overhead tank from shallow borewell or open well. 1 HP fills a 1,000-litre tank in 20–30 minutes.
Kitchen garden / nursery — precision watering for small plots and plant nurseries
Livestock watering — supplying water to animal sheds from nearby wells
Fishpond circulation — aerating and circulating water in small aquaculture ponds

For farms larger than 2 acres or borewells deeper than 150 feet, consider a 2 HP or 3 HP pump.

Panel and Mounting Requirements

A 1 HP solar pump needs 1.2–1.5 kW of solar panels — typically 2–3 panels of 540W each.

Panel placement:

Ground mount is standard — panels installed on a steel frame near the pump site
Panels face south (in India) at 15–20° tilt for year-round optimal output
Space needed: approximately 50–75 sq ft of shadow-free area
Distance from controller: keep within 30 metres to minimise cable losses

Panel type:

Monocrystalline panels are recommended for space-constrained installations
Polycrystalline panels work fine if space is not a constraint — they cost 10–15% less

Top 1 HP Solar Pump Models

Brand	Model Type	Motor	Price Range
Shakti	Submersible DC	BLDC	₹55,000–₹70,000
Kirloskar	Submersible AC	Induction	₹70,000–₹90,000
CRI	Submersible DC	BLDC	₹60,000–₹75,000
Lubi	Submersible AC	Induction	₹60,000–₹80,000
Kirloskar	Surface AC	Induction	₹50,000–₹65,000

All prices include panels, controller, and motor. Warranty: 25 years on panels, 5 years on motor and controller.

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Common questions

How much water can a 1 HP solar pump deliver per day?

A 1 HP solar pump delivers 40,000–60,000 litres per day at 30 metres total dynamic head in good sunlight. Output decreases with depth — at 50 metres, expect about 30,000 litres/day. The pump operates 6–8 hours daily depending on season and cloud cover.

How many solar panels are needed for a 1 HP pump?

A 1 HP solar pump needs 1.2–1.5 kW of solar panels — typically 2–3 panels of 540W each. DC BLDC pumps can work with slightly fewer panels (1.0–1.2 kW) due to their higher efficiency.

Can a 1 HP solar pump be used for home water supply?

Yes. A 1 HP solar pump is ideal for home water supply — it fills a 1,000-litre overhead tank in 20–30 minutes. It works well for drawing water from shallow borewells (up to 150 feet) or open wells. Many homeowners pair it with a rooftop-mounted panel for a compact setup.

What is the KUSUM subsidy for a 1 HP solar pump?

Under KUSUM Component B, a 1 HP solar pump with benchmark cost around ₹75,000 gets 60% subsidy (30% central + 30% state), bringing the farmer's share to about ₹30,000. Some states reduce this further to ₹7,500–₹15,000 through additional top-up subsidies.

Is 1 HP enough for irrigation?

A 1 HP pump is sufficient for 1–2 acres with drip or micro-sprinkler irrigation. For larger farms, step up to 2 HP (2–4 acres) or 3 HP (4–6 acres). The key is matching pump capacity to your irrigation method — drip uses 40–60% less water than flood, so 1 HP goes further.

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