PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: get up to ₹78,000 subsidy

Reduce your electricity bill by up to 90% — and let us file the whole application for you.

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Up to ₹78,000 central subsidy Paid straight to your bank (DBT) Bills down by up to 90%

What is PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana?

Government of India’s flagship rooftop solar scheme

Launched in February 2024 with an outlay of ₹75,021 crore to make clean energy affordable for homeowners. The scheme aims to put rooftop solar on one crore homes and give each of them up to 300 units of free electricity a month. Eligible households receive up to ₹78,000 as a direct subsidy for installing a rooftop system — cutting grid dependence and monthly bills.

The subsidy is transferred directly to your bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) after successful installation and commissioning.

No agents
No commissions
No hidden deductions
Rooftop solar reaching homes across India under PM Surya Ghar

Why go solar under the PM Surya Ghar scheme?

  • Receive up to ₹78,000 in government subsidy
  • Save on your electricity bills every month
  • Generate clean electricity for over 25 years
  • Increase your home’s value with a long-term investment
  • Make your home — and India — energy independent
Installer at work on a rooftop solar plant

PM Surya Ghar scheme achievements

73.7 lakhApplications received
₹26k CrSubsidy released
13.35 GWInstallation capacity
37.3 lakhInstallations completed
45.1 lakhHouseholds covered

*Indicative figures from the National Portal dashboard; they change daily and do not represent your savings, which depend on your roof and bill.

The government has already released ₹26,000 crore in subsidies.Book a free roof survey and we’ll tell you exactly what your home qualifies for.
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Government subsidy structure

The subsidy depends on the size of your rooftop solar system, with a maximum benefit of ₹78,000 for systems of 3 kW or above. Housing societies and RWAs get ₹18,000 per kW on common-facility systems, up to 500 kW.

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Some states add a top-up — Uttar Pradesh, for example, adds up to ₹30,000. We confirm your DISCOM’s current top-up at the survey.

Solar system sizeGovernment subsidy (₹)
1 kW₹30,000
2 kW₹60,000
3 kW₹78,000
4 kW₹78,000
5 kW₹78,000
10 kW₹78,000
Housing society / RWA₹18,000 per kW · up to 500 kW

Eligibility & documents

Who can apply

  • You should be an Indian resident.
  • The property should be residential — commercial and industrial properties aren’t eligible.
  • You should hold the property ownership and roof rights.
  • You should have an active DISCOM electricity connection.
  • You need at least 80 sq. ft. of shadow-free roof for every 1 kW of solar.
Engineers installing solar panels on a rooftop
Aadhaar card
Latest electricity bill
Bank account details
Roof ownership / roof-rights proof
Passport-size photo
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How to apply for the PM Surya Ghar subsidy?

01

Register on the National Portal

Sign up at pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your state, DISCOM, consumer number and mobile; verify with an Aadhaar-linked OTP.

02We help

Apply for rooftop solar

Submit your roof details and the system size you want. We survey your roof first so you apply for the right size.

03

Choose a registered vendor

Select an MNRE / National Portal registered installer — like AmPrisia — for the site survey, design and installation.

04We do this

Get your system installed

We install with DCR-compliant, ALMM-listed modules and certified inverters and structures — the components the scheme requires.

05We coordinate

DISCOM inspection & net meter

Your DISCOM inspects the installation and fits a bidirectional (net) meter so exported power is credited.

06We do this

Submit the commissioning certificate

We upload the commissioning report and your bank details on the portal — this is what triggers the subsidy.

07

Subsidy credited to your bank

The central subsidy is transferred to your account, typically within 30–45 days of commissioning.

Track your application

After logging in at pmsuryaghar.gov.in you can follow your application at every stage — from registration and feasibility approval to installation, inspection and subsidy credit. We keep you posted at each step as well.

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Things to keep in mind while going solar

Make an informed decision — the five factors every homeowner should check before installing rooftop solar.

  • 1
    Check your electricity bill1 kW generates roughly 1,300–1,450 units a year. Size the system to your consumption, not the maximum subsidy.
  • 2
    Check your sanctioned loadSolar capacity can’t exceed your sanctioned load — but the load can be enhanced with your DISCOM if needed.
  • 3
    Shadow-free roofAbout 80–100 sq ft of unshaded roof per kW. Water tanks, parapets and trees all matter.
  • 4
    Verify component qualityALMM-listed DCR modules, a reputed inverter, proper DC cables and earthing — ask for the datasheets.
  • 5
    Structure & installationWind-rated, rust-proof mounting, chemical anchoring and waterproofing protect your roof for 25 years.

Why go solar with AmPrisia?

One accountable team handles the subsidy, the installation and 25 years of service.

Application, start to finishWe register you, file the application, upload the commissioning certificate and chase the DISCOM — you only sign.
Subsidy-eligible componentsDCR-compliant, ALMM-listed modules and certified inverters, so the portal’s checks pass first time.
Right-sized, not over-soldA free survey and shadow study decide the size — never a bigger system than your bill justifies.
Finance that fitsHelp with collateral-free solar loans; once the subsidy lands it offsets the principal and your EMI drops.

Frequently asked questions

General
What is the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana?

It is the Government of India’s flagship rooftop solar scheme, launched in February 2024. Eligible households get a central subsidy of up to ₹78,000, paid directly into their bank account after the system is installed and commissioned.

Can I get the subsidy if I live in an apartment?

The household subsidy is meant for homes with their own roof. Flat owners cannot apply individually, but a housing society or RWA can apply for a shared system on common facilities (lifts, pumps, lighting) at ₹18,000 per kW, subject to DISCOM rules.

How long does it take to receive the subsidy?

Typically 30–45 days after the commissioning certificate is uploaded on the National Portal. Timelines vary a little by state and DISCOM.

Can I take a loan along with the subsidy?

Yes. Nationalised banks and NBFCs offer collateral-free solar loans at concessional rates for systems up to 3 kW. Once the subsidy is credited it is adjusted against the loan principal, which brings your EMI down.

What if my DISCOM rejects the application?

Rejections are usually down to a wrong consumer number, a name or document mismatch, a technical feasibility issue or a sanctioned-load condition. We pre-check every application before it goes in, and if anything is flagged we fix it and resubmit for you.

Is the subsidy taxable?

No. The subsidy is a direct benefit transfer and is not treated as taxable income for residential households under current rules.

Which solar panels qualify under PM Surya Ghar?

Only modules on MNRE’s Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) that meet the Domestic Content Requirement (DCR). Every system we install under the scheme uses DCR-compliant, ALMM-listed modules.

What is the ‘give-up subsidy’ option?

Households that don’t need the subsidy can choose to forgo it on the portal and still install through the scheme’s net-metering route. Some people do this to skip the subsidy paperwork.

Till what stage can I change the give-up option?

Generally until the vendor is finalised and work begins. We flag this decision point clearly before anything is locked in.

Who fills in the installation details — me or the vendor?

The vendor. We enter the installation and commissioning data on the National Portal on your behalf and keep you posted at each stage.

How much capacity can a housing society or RWA apply for?

Shared systems for common facilities are generally allowed up to 500 kW collectively (calculated at 3 kW per flat), based on DISCOM norms.

What is the maximum subsidy for households and for RWAs?

Households: up to ₹78,000 for a 3 kW or larger system. RWAs and group housing societies: ₹18,000 per kW on common-facility systems, up to 500 kW.

Can I change the proposed system size after submitting the application?

Yes, usually before the DISCOM’s feasibility approval, through a modification request on the portal. We handle the change if your survey suggests a different size.

Is a loan available for both households and RWAs?

Yes. Financing options exist for both categories, and we help you compare them against a straight purchase.

Are panels verified on the portal for domestic content (DCR)?

Yes. The portal checks the ALMM/DCR status of the cells and modules before the subsidy is released — which is why using the right components matters.

Why do PM Surya Ghar applications get rejected?

Most rejections are avoidable: keep your name and details identical across Aadhaar, electricity bill and bank records; use the correct consumer number and DISCOM; make sure the installer is registered on the portal; and give an accurate, Aadhaar-linked bank account.

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What happens next

Three quick steps

1. A call within a working day
We confirm your bill, roof and DISCOM details.
2. Free roof survey
Shadow study, load check and a written estimate with the exact subsidy.
3. We file the application
You approve the design; we handle the portal, DISCOM and net meter.
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