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How to Apply for PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana 2026

PM Surya Ghar - rooftop solar with up to ₹78,000 subsidy. Save 100% electricity bill.

📁 Schemes ⏱️ 30-45 mins 💰 Subsidy + investment

About This Guide

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana launched 2024 provides rooftop solar with subsidy. 1 kW: ₹30K subsidy. 2 kW: ₹60K subsidy. 3 kW+: ₹78K (max). Households save up to 100% electricity bills, sell surplus to grid. Apply at pmsuryaghar.gov.in.

Eligibility Criteria

Indian household
Rooftop available (200-400 sq ft)
Annual income (subsidy varies)
Owner of property
Existing electricity connection

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Aadhaar (owner)
Address proof
Recent electricity bill (3 months)
Property documents
Bank account
Photo
Roof photographs

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Visit Portal

pmsuryaghar.gov.in. Click Apply for Rooftop Solar.

State + DISCOM + Consumer Number from electricity bill.

Mobile OTP.

Apply Solar

Enter property details, roof area, capacity needed.

Choose Vendor

List of MNRE-empanelled vendors. Compare quotes.

Site Survey

Vendor visits, finalizes design.

Pay Vendor

Initial 50% to vendor. Rest after installation.

Installation

5-7 days for 1-3 kW system.

DISCOM Inspection

Net metering installed by DISCOM.

Subsidy Claim

Submit completion documents at portal.

Subsidy Credit

Direct credit to bank in 30-60 days.

Key Benefits

Up to ₹78,000 subsidy
100% electricity bill savings
Sell surplus to grid (extra income)
25-year solar life
Tax-free returns
Reduces carbon footprint
Energy independence

What Happens After Application?

7-15 days installation + DISCOM connection. Subsidy 30-60 days. Solar generation immediate. Net metering tracks export.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much save?

1 kW: ₹600-1000/month. 3 kW: ₹2000-3000/month bill saving. ROI 4-5 years.

Net metering?

Excess solar power sent to grid. Credit on next bill. Annual settlement.