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PM Surya Ghar Yojana: Get up to Rs 78,000 subsidy for rooftop solar installation
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News18•10-10-2026, 07:00
PM Surya Ghar Yojana: Get up to Rs 78,000 subsidy for rooftop solar installation
- •The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote residential rooftop solar power plants across India.
- •For homes consuming up to 150 units per month, a 1 to 2 kW solar system receives a subsidy between Rs 30,000 and Rs 60,000.
- •For homes consuming between 150 to 300 units per month, a 2 to 3 kW system receives a subsidy ranging from Rs 60,000 to Rs 78,000.
- •A maximum subsidy of up to Rs 78,000 is provided for installing a 3 kW solar power system and is credited directly to the bank account.
- •Collateral-free bank loans at an interest rate of about 7 percent are available to easily set up solar systems in monthly installments.
Key Questions Answered
Under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, the maximum central subsidy provided for installing a residential rooftop solar system is capped at Rs 78,000, which is typically applicable for systems with a capacity of 3 kilowatts or higher.
For homes consuming up to 150 units of electricity per month, a 1 to 2 kilowatt (kW) solar system is recommended, which qualifies for a subsidy ranging from approximately Rs 30,000 to Rs 60,000.
Applicants can apply online by visiting the official portal, registering with a mobile number for OTP verification, entering personal and electricity connection details, and submitting the application after selecting a listed vendor from the website.
