How to apply for a rooftop solar panel subsidy in India

Launched on 15 February 2024, PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a government initiative to promote rooftop solar installations by offering up to a 40% subsidy to households. The goal is to provide free electricity, reduce government electricity expenses, and boost the use of renewable energy across 1 crore homes in India.

Benefits of the scheme

• Helps to  get free electricity for households
• Helps the government save approx. ₹75,000 crore annually
• Promotes the use of  renewable energy 
• Helps reduce carbon emissions

Eligibility

• Must own a house with a suitable rooftop
• Should have a valid electricity connection
• Must not have previously availed a solar panel subsidy

Documents required

1. Proof of identity
2. Proof of address
3. Recent electricity bill
4. Roof ownership certificate

Steps to apply

1. Visit the portal: https://pmsuryaghar.gov.in
2. Register with the following details:
   • State
   • Electricity Distribution Company (DISCOM)
   • Electricity Consumer Number
   • Mobile number
   • Email ID
3. Log in using your Consumer Number and Mobile Number
4. Fill in the application form for rooftop solar installation
5. Wait for feasibility approval from DISCOM
6. Once approved, install the solar plant using any vendor registered with your DISCOM
7. After installation, submit plant details and apply for a net meter
8. Post inspection, DISCOM will issue a commissioning certificate
9. Upload your bank account details and a cancelled cheque through the portal
10. Subsidy amount will be transferred to your account within 30 days
11. https://www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/pmsgmb