PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
Eligible residential households can receive central government subsidy for rooftop solar installation under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. We help you understand the process and apply.
- Reduce your electricity bills
- Long-term savings with solar energy
- Environment-friendly clean energy
- Quality equipment and reliable installation
- Application assistance and ongoing support
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CENTRAL GOVERNMENT SUBSIDY
For eligible residential rooftop solar installations under the standard central subsidy structure. Subject to scheme rules, technical eligibility, and any subsequent government revisions.
₹78,000 subsidy available under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana on January 22, 2024. The initiative aims to install rooftop solar panels in 1 crore homes, reducing or eliminating electricity bills for low and middle-income families. The official website for the scheme is pmsuryaghar.gov.in.
Under this scheme, 300 units of electricity are provided free every month. More details and online application facilities are on the official website.
MONTHLY BILL TO SOLAR
SAVINGS PLAN
Find your current monthly electricity bill in the first column to explore suggested solar system capacity, estimated pricing, government subsidy, down payment and illustrative EMI options.
| Monthly Electricity Bill Amount | System Capacity | System MRP | Government Subsidy | Down Payment Percentage (%) | Down Payment | Loan Amount | Rate of Interest | 5 Years EMI | 10 Years EMI |
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| ₹1,000 | 1 kW | ₹80,000 | ₹30,000 | 10% | ₹8,000 | ₹72,000 | 5.75% | ₹1,384 | ₹790 |
| ₹2,000 | 2 kW | ₹1,30,000 | ₹60,000 | 10% | ₹13,000 | ₹1,17,000 | 5.75% | ₹2,248 | ₹1,287 |
| ₹3,000 | 3 kW – Plan A | ₹2,10,000 | ₹78,000 | 20% | ₹42,000 | ₹1,68,000 | 10% | ₹3,570 | ₹2,220 |
| ₹3,000 | 3 kW – Plan B | ₹2,10,000 | ₹78,000 | 10% | ₹20,000 + ₹1,000 cash | ₹1,80,000 | 5.75% | ₹3,459 | ₹1,976 |
| ₹4,000 | 4 kW | ₹2,60,000 | ₹78,000 | 20% | ₹52,000 | ₹2,08,000 | 10% | ₹4,419 | ₹2,749 |
| ₹5,000 | 5 kW | ₹3,10,000 | ₹78,000 | 20% | ₹62,000 | ₹2,48,000 | 10% | ₹5,269 | ₹3,277 |
- All system prices, down payments, loan amounts, interest rates and EMIs are illustrative and may vary by lender, processing charges, credit assessment and documentation.
- Government subsidies depend on current scheme eligibility, installation specifications and successful application approval. Subsidies are not automatically deducted from the initial financed amount.
- Loan eligibility, guarantor requirements and documents must be confirmed with the financing partner.
- Bank and financing partner policies and terms apply. Please verify all figures before publishing or offering a quotation.
Goals and benefits
The primary goal of the PM Surya Ghar Yojana 2024 is to lower electricity bills and promote green energy. The initiative supports renewable energy, benefiting the environment and reducing dependency on traditional power sources.
Application process
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Register
Sign up on the national portal with valid ID proofs.
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Feasibility
DISCOM checks the technical feasibility of your roof.
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Vendor selection
Choose a registered vendor for installation.
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Installation
The vendor installs the solar plant on your roof.
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Inspection
Net meter installation and inspection by DISCOM.
Eligibility
The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana benefits poor and middle-class families, particularly in remote areas and states where electricity is costly. Families with an annual income below ₹2 lakh are listed as eligible on the page. Detailed eligibility criteria are on the official website.
Eligible candidates can apply online from February 13, 2024, through the official website.
Solar subsidy in India
The government offers various rooftop solar subsidies to encourage residential installations. State and central government subsidies together make solar energy more affordable.
