PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is India's largest and most ambitious residential rooftop solar scheme, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February 2024. With a budget of ₹75,021 crore, the scheme targets 1 crore households across India and aims to provide free electricity up to 300 units per month. If you own a home and pay electricity bills, this scheme can change your financial life permanently.
What Is PM Surya Ghar Yojana?
Under this scheme, the central government provides a direct subsidy to homeowners who install rooftop solar panels. Once installed, households with a 3kW or larger system can generate enough electricity to get 300 units per month free — effectively making their electricity bill zero or near zero for 25+ years.
Subsidy Structure (2025)
The subsidy is calculated based on system size:
- ✓**1 kW system:** ₹30,000 subsidy
- ✓**2 kW system:** ₹60,000 subsidy
- ✓**3 kW system:** ₹78,000 subsidy (maximum)
- ✓**Above 3 kW:** Maximum subsidy is capped at ₹78,000
The subsidy is transferred directly to your bank account via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) within 30–45 days of installation and commissioning.
Who Is Eligible?
- ✓Indian residents who own their home
- ✓Must have a valid electricity connection (domestic category)
- ✓Roof space of at least 10 sq ft per kW of solar required
- ✓No prior solar installation on the property
- ✓One subsidy per household/electricity meter
Key Benefits
- ✓Free electricity for up to 300 units/month after payback
- ✓Significant reduction in electricity bills from Day 1
- ✓Net metering — sell excess power to the grid and earn credits
- ✓Increase in property value
- ✓Zero carbon footprint — 3kW system offsets ~3.5 tonnes of CO2/year
- ✓Central subsidy + state subsidies in some states (e.g., Maharashtra, Gujarat)
How to Apply — Step by Step
Step 1: Register on the official portal at pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your electricity consumer number and mobile number.
Step 2: Submit your application for rooftop solar with details of your roof area and monthly consumption.
Step 3: Receive DISCOM feasibility approval (usually within 15–30 days).
Step 4: Select an MNRE empanelled vendor like Techera Solar for installation.
Step 5: Installation is completed (typically 1–3 days for residential).
Step 6: Net meter is installed by DISCOM (30–60 days post-installation).
Step 7: Subsidy is credited to your bank account automatically.
Documents Required
- ✓Aadhaar Card (identity proof)
- ✓PAN Card
- ✓Last 3 months' electricity bills
- ✓Bank account passbook (for subsidy transfer)
- ✓Property ownership proof or NOC from owner
- ✓Passport-size photograph
How Much Will You Save?
For a typical Nagpur household with a ₹3,000 monthly electricity bill:
- ✓Recommended system: 3 kW
- ✓Subsidy: ₹78,000
- ✓Net cost after subsidy: ~₹90,000–1,00,000
- ✓Monthly savings: ₹2,500–3,000
- ✓Payback period: 3–3.5 years
- ✓25-year savings: ₹7–9 lakh
Common Questions
Can I get the subsidy for a commercial property? No. PM Surya Ghar is only for domestic/residential connections. Commercial and industrial customers have separate schemes (accelerated depreciation, GST benefits).
Can a tenant apply? You need the property owner's consent. The subsidy goes to the owner's bank account linked to the electricity meter.
Is the subsidy taxable? No. The government subsidy under PM Surya Ghar Yojana is not taxable income.
As an MNRE empanelled installer, Techera Solar handles your entire PM Surya Ghar application process — from portal registration to subsidy credit. We've helped 500+ families in Nagpur and Maharashtra claim their full subsidy without any hassle. Call us on +91 96238 13120 for a free site survey today.
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