PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
The Government of India's PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana aims to promote rooftop solar adoption across the country by providing financial support to eligible residential households.
Know More About the SchemeGroup Housing Societies / RWAs
CFA of ₹18,000 per kW is available for common facilities, including EV charging, up to 500 kW capacity at 3 kW per house, subject to applicable scheme conditions and the overall capacity limit.
Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant Capacity
The suitable system size depends on electricity consumption, available rooftop area, technical feasibility, and applicable DISCOM requirements.
Central Government Subsidy — Residential Rooftop Solar
Under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, eligible residential consumers can receive Central Financial Assistance (CFA) based on rooftop solar system capacity.
| System Size | Subsidy Amount |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₹ 30,000 |
| 2 kW | ₹ 60,000 |
| 3 kW and above | ₹ 78,000 |
Additional state or UT subsidies and top-up incentives may be available in some locations. Eligibility, amount, and applicable conditions depend on current rules of the respective government, DISCOM, and scheme.
Eligibility Criteria
Indian citizen and homeowner
Residential property with suitable rooftop space
Valid electricity connection
No pending dues with electricity distributor
Applicable for households, not for commercial use
How to Apply?
Register on the Official Portal
Visit the PM Surya Ghar portal and create an account.
Apply for Solar Rooftop
Fill in the application form with required details.
Get Feasibility Approval
DISCOM will review and provide technical approval.
Install Solar System
Get your system installed by an approved vendor.
Submit Installation Details
Upload installation photos and documents.
Receive Subsidy
After verification, the subsidy may be credited to your bank account.
Required Documents
Aadhaar Card
Electricity Bill (Latest)
Property Ownership Proof
Bank Account Details (Cancelled Cheque)
Photograph of Installation (After Completion)
Planning guide
Installation-to-Subsidy Timeline
Indicative planning ranges for a standard residential rooftop solar project. Actual timelines can vary with site readiness, document completion, equipment supply, DISCOM approvals, inspection availability, and the applicable scheme process.
| Stage | Typical planning time | What can affect timing? |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation, bill review and site survey | 1–2 weeks | Depends on site access and how quickly the required details are shared. |
| Design, quotation and customer approval | 3–10 days | Can take longer if the system scope or financing needs revision. |
| Application and technical feasibility | 2–6 weeks | Timing depends on the local DISCOM and the applicable process. |
| Equipment procurement and installation | 1–3 weeks | Allow extra time for equipment availability, weather, and site readiness. |
| Inspection, commissioning and meter process | 2–6 weeks | Authority appointments and local metering processes can affect the schedule. |
| Subsidy application review and disbursement | 4–12+ weeks | After required portal steps and document verification; final timing is determined by the scheme authority. |
Frequently Asked Questions
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