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Government Subsidy

Government Solar Subsidy Guide

Latest subsidies, eligibility, documents, application process and department information for Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh.

PM Surya Ghar Yojana

PM Surya Ghar Yojana

Central government scheme offering subsidies for residential rooftop solar installations.

  • Up to ₹78,000 subsidy for eligible residential systems
  • Free electricity up to 300 units per month for many households
  • Online application through the national portal
  • Direct subsidy credited to beneficiary account
PM Kusum Yojana

PM Kusum Yojana

Scheme to support solar pumps and decentralized solar power for farmers and rural areas.

  • Subsidies for solar agricultural pumps
  • Grid-connected solar power plants for farmers
  • Reduced diesel dependency for irrigation
  • Additional income through surplus power sale

Subsidy Breakdown by Capacity

Central and state subsidy amounts for residential rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

CapacityCentral SubsidyState SubsidyTotal Subsidy
1 kW₹30,000₹15,000₹45,000
2 kW₹60,000₹30,000₹90,000
3 kW₹78,000₹30,000₹1,08,000
Above 3 kW₹78,000₹30,000₹1,08,000

*Subsidy amounts are indicative and subject to eligibility and government guidelines.

3 Steps to Claim

1

Submit Application

Submit your application online on the national portal of Rooftop Solar.

2

Choose Vendor

Select Saraswati Solar as your trusted installer.

3

Receive Subsidy

The subsidy amount is credited directly to your bank account after commissioning.

Eligibility & Terms

Only residential rooftop solar systems are eligible for subsidy.

Systems up to 10kW are covered under the scheme.

Direct benefit transfer ensures no middleman involvement.

Get Subsidy Assistance

Required Documents

  • Aadhaar card of applicant
  • Electricity bill / connection proof
  • Bank account details for subsidy credit
  • Rooftop ownership or society NOC
  • Passport-size photograph
  • Signed subsidy undertaking form

Commercial & Industrial

Direct capital subsidy for commercial entities is limited. However, accelerated depreciation, lower tariffs, and state policies may apply. PM-KUSUM supports agricultural and rural solar pumps.

Detailed Application Process

  1. 1. Register on PM Surya Ghar national portal
  2. 2. Submit rooftop details and electricity connection info
  3. 3. Get feasibility approval from DISCOM
  4. 4. Complete installation with empaneled vendor
  5. 5. Submit commissioning certificate and bank details
  6. 6. Receive subsidy in registered bank account

Concerned Government Departments

Central

MNRE — Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

PM Surya Ghar National Portal

Punjab / Haryana

State DISCOMs — PSPCL, UHBVN, DHBVN

Net metering & feasibility approvals

Chandigarh

Electricity Department, UT Administration

Rooftop solar & net metering clearance