PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
Ministry Of New and Renewable Energy
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana gives households a subsidy of up to Rs 78,000 for rooftop solar installation, enabling up to 300 units of free electricity monthly. Register at pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your electricity consumer number.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Ministry Of New and Renewable Energy
- Level
- Central
- Launched
- 2024
- Last date
- Ongoing / No fixed deadline
- Helpline
- 15555
What you get
Households get subsidy for installing rooftop solar panels - up to Rs 30,000 for 1kW, Rs 60,000 for 2kW, and Rs 78,000 for 3kW or higher systems - enabling up to 300 units of free electricity per month.
Who is eligible
Indian households with a suitable rooftop for solar panel installation and a valid electricity connection are eligible to apply for subsidy under the scheme.
Documents you need
Electricity bill/consumer number, Aadhaar card, bank account details, and rooftop ownership proof.
How to apply
Register on the national portal pmsuryaghar.gov.in, apply for rooftop solar with your electricity consumer details, get technical feasibility approval, and install through an empanelled vendor to receive the subsidy directly in your bank account.
Frequently asked questions
How much subsidy does PM Surya Ghar give?
Up to Rs 30,000 for 1kW, Rs 60,000 for 2kW, and Rs 78,000 for systems of 3kW or above.
How many free electricity units does the scheme provide?
Up to 300 units of free electricity per month for eligible households with adequate solar generation.
How do I apply for PM Surya Ghar?
Register on pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your electricity consumer number, get feasibility approval, and install panels through an empanelled vendor.