The Central Government’s PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana does offer a subsidy of up to ₹78,000 for the installation of rooftop solar systems, which can completely cut down or even nullify your electricity bill. Nevertheless, it should be noted that the “300 units of free electricity” is an estimate of possible monthly savings and not a direct government credit.
The program is for homeowners to produce electricity themselves. Any electricity your solar system generates is used in your home initially, and any surplus can be sold back to the grid to gain credits, potentially resulting in bills equal to zero if your generation is equal to or greater than your usage.
Below is a brief overview of the main points:
Scheme Name PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
Main Benefit Subsidy on installing rooftop solar panels:
Maximum Subsidy ₹78,000
Free Electricity : Maximum of 300 units per month (estimated saving)
Key Eligibility : Indian citizen, house owner, appropriate roof, valid electricity connection
Application Mode :Online through the official portal
Eligibility and Subsidy Structure
To be eligible for the scheme, the following must be satisfied:
- Be an Indian resident.
- Be the owner of the house where the system shall be installed.
- Have an appropriate roof for the installation of solar panels.
- Have a valid residential electricity connection.
- Have not utilized any other subsidy for solar panels.
- The subsidy you get is based on the capacity of the solar system you install:
- Up to 2 kW capacity: ₹30,000 per kW
- For systems of 2 kW to 3 kW: ₹60,000 for the first 2kW + ₹18,000 for the remaining capacity up to 3kW
- Maximum subsidy: Limited to ₹78,000 for systems of 3kW and above.
Step-by-Step Application Process
You may apply for the scheme totally online on the official portal. The following is the process:
Register on Portal: Go to the official PM Surya Ghar website. Click on ‘Apply Now’ in the consumer section and register your mobile number.
Submit Application: Login and fill the application form using your personal details, address, and electricity consumer number. Save the form.
Get Feasibility Approved: Once submitted, your local electricity distribution company (DISCOM) will verify and provide technical feasibility approval for installation.
Choose a Vendor: After feasibility approval, you can choose an empaneled vendor from the list on the portal to get the system installed.
Install System: The vendor will install the rooftop solar system on your premises.
Final Inspection: After installation, the DISCOM will conduct a final inspection and commission the system, setting up a net meter.
Receive Subsidy: The subsidy amount is directly transferred to your linked bank account within about 30 days of a successful final inspection.
How to Get Started
- Before applying, have these documents ready for a smoother process:
- Proof of Identity (such as Aadhaar Card)
- Proof of Address
- Recent Electricity Bill
- Proof of Roof Ownership
- Bank Account Details
Contact
In case of any queries, you may contact the scheme’s toll-free helpline at 15555.
Apply now :- https://pmsuryaghar.gov.in/
