Andhra Pradesh — YSR Jala Kala (Free Borewell) Scheme
Eligibility
- Must be a resident farmer of Andhra Pradesh.
- Own 2.5 to 5 acres of agricultural land; if less, farmers can group together to apply.
(GKSeries, pmmodiyojanaye.in, Government schemes) - Land should not have an existing borewell/tubewell (or must be non-functional).
(Govt Schemes India, Government schemes) - Preference given to small & marginal, SC/ST, and women farmers.
(GKSeries, pmmodiyojanaye.in)
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card
- Pattadar Passbook (land record)
- Ration Card (white)
- Residence Proof (e.g., domicile, voter ID)
- Passport-size photograph
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Mobile number for SMS updates
(Govt Schemes India, Govt Schemes India, pmmodiyojanaye.in)
How to Apply
Offline:
- Visit your Village Secretariat, get and fill the application form.
- Submit with required documents to the Village Secretariat.
- The Village Revenue Officer (VRO) verifies and forwards it to Mandal authorities.
(Govt Schemes India, Government schemes)
Online:
- Go to [ysrjalakala.ap.gov.in]
- Click Apply for Borewell, enter Aadhaar → OTP → fill in land & personal details + upload documents → submit
(mygovtschemes.in, Tamil Nadu Public Distribution System, pmmodiyojanaye.in)
Post-Submission Process
- VRO performs field verification; forwarded to Assistant Project Director (DWMA/MPDO).
- A geologist conducts a hydrogeological survey to assess site feasibility.
- If approved, District Collector gives administrative sanction; drilling contractor assigned.
(Krishi Jagran, Government schemes) - SMS updates are sent at each stage.
- After drilling, borewell is geotagged, photographed, monitored with IoT tools for depth and casing.
- If the borewell fails, a second one may be drilled (if feasible). A recharge pit or water-harvesting structure is also constructed.
- A social audit and PMU oversight ensure transparency and compliance.
(Government schemes, PM Ujjwala Yojana, pmmodiyojanaye.in)
Support & Helpline
- Helpline Number: 9121296053
- Further queries may be addressed via Village Secretariat or the scheme portal.
(pmmodiyojanaye.in)
Telangana — “Free Borewell Scheme” (possibly under the Annadata Sukhibhava initiative)
While Andhra Pradesh’s scheme is well-documented, Telangana’s borewell-specific government scheme details are less formalized. However, available guidelines suggest:
Eligibility
- Must be a Telangana resident, small (<2 ha) or marginal (<1 ha) farmer.
- Cannot have an existing borewell.
- Preference for SC/ST, women, EBC (Economically Backward Classes), Disabled, etc.
(telugumanabadi.com)
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card
- Land documents (e.g., 1B, encumbrance certificate)
- Ration Card
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate (for EWS)
- Bank passbook details
- Passport-size photos
- Aadhaar-linked mobile number for SMS updates
(telugumanabadi.com)
How to Apply
Online:
- Visit horticulturedept.telangana.gov.in
- Navigate to Micro Irrigation Online Registration → select Free Borewell Scheme → fill Aadhaar, name, land survey number, etc. → upload documents → submit and receive Application ID.
(telugumanabadi.com)
Offline:
- Visit Mandal Agriculture Officer (MAO), Mandal Revenue Office, or Horticulture Office.
- Collect and fill out the application form, attach documents, submit; receive application number or slip.
(telugumanabadi.com)
After Submission
- Field verification by officials; conduct of Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) or similar hydro-geological test to assess groundwater potential.
- Administrative approval and assignment to a contractor for drilling.
- Borewell completion, inspection, and feedback recording.
(telugumanabadi.com)
Support & Contact
- Horticulture Department Phone: 040-23248572
- Agriculture Toll-Free Number: 1800-425-1661
- For district-specific guidance, reach out to your MAO or District Agriculture Office.
(telugumanabadi.com)
Summary Table
| State | Name of Scheme | Core Criteria | How to Apply | Contact / Portal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | YSR Jala Kala Scheme | 2.5–5 acres, no existing borewell | Online (ysrjalakala.ap.gov.in) or village office | Helpline: 9121296053 |
| Telangana | Free Borewell Scheme (?) | Small/marginal farmers, no borewell | Online (Horti portal) or MAO office | Horticulture: 040-23248572; Toll-free: 1800-425-1661 |
Despite the outlined schemes, farmers often face administrative delays. As one resident shared about Telangana:
“For simple borewell approval, it took me three months of regular follow-up… paid statutory fees… Not a single rupee given in bribes. Keep a straight face with constant questioning…”
(Reddit)
Persistence and polite follow-up can go a long way.
Let me know if you’d like help finding the exact application portals, nearby MeeSeva/Mee Seva centers, or any forms for your district.