PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
A central government scheme that promotes residential rooftop solar and helps eligible households reduce their electricity expenses. We provide application, documentation and net-metering guidance.
Subsidy and financing depend on current government guidelines and approval. Verify current details on the official portal before applying.
Read scheme and financing disclaimers
- Subsidy eligibility, subsidy amounts, scheme rules and benefits are subject to current government guidelines and may change without prior notice.
- Customers should verify all current scheme information through the official government portal or the relevant authority.
- Loan approval, interest rates, loan amounts, repayment periods and other terms are decided by the bank or financial institution and depend on customer eligibility.
- Solar Industries provides guidance and assistance but does not guarantee subsidy approval or loan approval.
Purpose of the scheme
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a central government scheme that promotes residential rooftop solar systems for households across India.
The scheme is intended to help eligible households set up rooftop solar and reduce their electricity expenses. Government guidelines have provided Central Financial Assistance for eligible residential rooftop systems, with subsidy support capped according to the applicable scheme rules.
Solar Industries provides guidance and assistance for the scheme, but does not guarantee subsidy or loan approval. All subsidy details must be verified through official government sources.
General benefits of residential rooftop solar
- Solar power used at home can reduce the amount of electricity you buy from the grid.
- Eligible residential systems may receive Central Financial Assistance under current scheme rules.
- Surplus power may be exported under your DISCOM's net-metering rules, depending on the state guidelines that apply to you.
- Guidance and support are available from application through installation.
Eligibility overview
- The scheme is intended for residential households that own a suitable rooftop.
- Applicants need an active electricity connection with their DISCOM.
- Eligibility conditions, capacity limits and subsidy slabs are defined in the current government guidelines.
Subsidy information
- The scheme provides Central Financial Assistance for eligible residential rooftop systems.
- Subsidy amounts are capped according to scheme rules and can change with new government guidelines.
- We do not publish amounts on this site because figures may change. Please check the official PM Surya Ghar portal for the current subsidy structure.
Application process
- Register on the official PM Surya Ghar national portal for your state and DISCOM.
- Submit your application with the required documents.
- Choose a registered vendor and get your rooftop assessed.
- Have the rooftop solar system installed as per approved specifications.
- Complete DISCOM inspection and net-metering formalities.
- After inspection and commissioning, the subsidy is processed as per scheme guidelines.
Required documents
- Proof of ownership of the house or roof (for example, electricity bill or property document).
- A valid identity proof.
- A recent electricity bill showing the connection details.
- Bank account details for subsidy processing.
- Photographs of the rooftop, as required by the application process.
Choosing a vendor
- Choose a vendor registered for rooftop solar work in your area.
- Discuss system capacity, equipment choices and installation details before confirming.
- Keep all quotations and documents for your application records.
DISCOM involvement
- Your DISCOM (electricity distribution company) plays a central role in the rooftop solar process.
- DISCOM handles feasibility, net-metering applications, inspection of the installed system and final commissioning.
Net metering
- Net metering lets the electricity meter track both power drawn from the grid and solar power exported to the grid.
- Net-metering rules, capacities and rates depend on state and DISCOM regulations.
- We guide customers through the DISCOM and net-metering application process.
Inspection and commissioning
- After installation, your DISCOM inspects the system before commissioning it.
- Once the inspection is complete and net metering is in place, the system is formally commissioned.
- The subsidy is then processed as per the scheme guidelines after commissioning.
Financing assistance
- Bank loan assistance and government-supported financing options may be available for solar installation.
- Financing may be available through eligible nationalized banks as well as private banks and financial institutions.
- We provide loan documentation guidance and assistance during the financing process.
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