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PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana

PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a central government scheme. Subsidy for rooftop solar: ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW and ₹18,000 for the third kW, up to ₹78,000 in all. Who qualifies: Households with their own house, a suitable roof and a domestic electricity connection. Applying is free on pmsuryaghar.gov.in.

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You get₹78,000 one-time (up to)
WhereAll India (central government)
Run byMinistry of New and Renewable Energy
Last checked30 October 2026

What do you get under PM Surya Ghar?

Subsidy for rooftop solar: ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW and ₹18,000 for the third kW, up to ₹78,000 in all. A 3 kW system can cover about 300 units a month.

Who is eligible for PM Surya Ghar?

  • Households with their own house, a suitable roof and a domestic electricity connection.
  • Not for those who already took a rooftop solar subsidy.

Documents needed for PM Surya Ghar

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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.

How to apply for PM Surya Ghar

  1. Register on pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your electricity consumer number.
  2. Choose a vendor registered with your DISCOM and get the plant installed.
  3. After inspection and net metering, the subsidy reaches your bank account.

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Common questions

Who is eligible for PM Surya Ghar?

Households with their own house, a suitable roof and a domestic electricity connection. Not for those who already took a rooftop solar subsidy.

How much do I get under PM Surya Ghar?

Subsidy for rooftop solar: ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW and ₹18,000 for the third kW, up to ₹78,000 in all. A 3 kW system can cover about 300 units a month.

What documents do I need for PM Surya Ghar?

Latest electricity bill; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Address proof.

How do I apply for PM Surya Ghar?

Register on pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your electricity consumer number. Choose a vendor registered with your DISCOM and get the plant installed. After inspection and net metering, the subsidy reaches your bank account. Official site: https://pmsuryaghar.gov.in/

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for PM Surya Ghar?

No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.

Official sources

Last checked 30 October 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.

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