PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a Government of India scheme for residential rooftop solar installations. The scheme provides Central Financial Assistance (CFA) to eligible residential consumers who install grid-connected rooftop solar systems through the scheme process.
What is PM Surya Ghar Yojana?
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana was launched in February 2024 with the objective of supporting rooftop solar installations for residential households.
The scheme is implemented through the National Portal for Rooftop Solar and the concerned electricity distribution company (DISCOM).
PM Surya Ghar Subsidy Amount
For eligible residential consumers, the Central Financial Assistance is structured as follows:
- 1 kW solar system – ₹30,000 subsidy
- 2 kW solar system – ₹60,000 subsidy
- 3 kW solar system – ₹78,000 subsidy
- Above 3 kW – maximum subsidy remains ₹78,000
The subsidy is subject to the applicable scheme guidelines, technical requirements and verification process.
Who is Eligible for PM Surya Ghar Yojana?
Generally, the residential rooftop solar installation must be connected to the consumer’s residential electricity connection of the concerned DISCOM.
The rooftop solar system must meet the applicable technical and scheme requirements to qualify for Central Financial Assistance.
Before installing a system, consumers should check the latest requirements on the official portal and with their electricity distribution company.
How to Apply for PM Surya Ghar Yojana?
The application process generally involves these steps:
- Visit the official PM Surya Ghar portal.
- Register using your electricity consumer details.
- Select your electricity distribution company (DISCOM).
- Submit the rooftop solar application.
- Choose an eligible/empanelled vendor as applicable.
- Get the rooftop solar system installed after the required approvals.
- Complete the DISCOM inspection and other required formalities.
- Complete the applicable meter/net-metering process.
- After successful verification, the eligible subsidy/CFA is processed according to the scheme rules.
PM Surya Ghar Official Portal
Applicants should use the official Government portal for registration, application and scheme-related information.
Official Portal:
https://pmsuryaghar.gov.in/
Always verify the website address before entering personal or electricity-consumer information.
How to Check PM Surya Ghar Subsidy Status?
Applicants can use the official portal to check the progress of their application and related status.
If the subsidy has not been processed, check whether installation, inspection, meter-related formalities and other required steps have been completed.
For any issue, contact the concerned DISCOM or use the official support information available on the portal.
What is DISCOM?
DISCOM means Distribution Company.
It is the electricity distribution company responsible for supplying electricity to consumers in a particular area.
The DISCOM may be involved in approval, inspection, metering and other rooftop-solar related procedures.
Important Points Before Applying
- Check the latest scheme rules on the official Government portal.
- Use the correct electricity consumer details.
- Choose a vendor according to the applicable scheme process.
- Confirm the total installation cost and applicable charges before making payment.
- Keep application, invoice, installation and electricity-related documents safely.
- Do not share your OTP, UPI PIN, ATM/debit/credit card PIN, CVV or password with anyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much subsidy is available for a 3 kW solar system?
The Central Financial Assistance for a 3 kW residential rooftop solar system is ₹78,000, subject to applicable scheme conditions.
Is the subsidy available above 3 kW?
For residential systems above 3 kW, the Central Financial Assistance is capped at ₹78,000 under the stated subsidy structure.
Where can I apply for PM Surya Ghar Yojana?
Applications are processed through the official PM Surya Ghar National Portal and the applicable DISCOM process.
Can I check my subsidy status online?
Applicants can check their application-related status through the official portal, subject to the current portal process.
Security Notice
Never share your bank OTP, UPI PIN, ATM/debit/credit card PIN, CVV, password or other confidential banking information with anyone.
Be careful of calls, WhatsApp messages, SMS or websites asking for money or confidential information in the name of PM Surya Ghar subsidy.
Always verify information through the official Government portal or your electricity DISCOM.
Final Note
PM Surya Ghar Yojana can help eligible residential consumers install rooftop solar with Central Financial Assistance under the applicable Government guidelines.
Scheme rules, portal procedures and implementation details can change. Always check the official portal and latest Government notifications before applying or making any payment.
For more government scheme updates, visit our Government Schemes section.
