PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana — MNRE Rooftop Solar — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions founders most often ask about PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana — MNRE Rooftop Solar — who qualifies, the funding amount, required documents and how the application works.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the PM Surya Ghar rooftop solar subsidy?
Residential electricity consumers installing rooftop solar on their own premises are directly eligible for CFA. MSMEs and commercial establishments can benefit through state-level distribution-linked subsidies or facilitated CAPEX/RESCO models; the DISCOM must be notified in all cases.
How much subsidy is available for residential consumers?
The CFA is slab-based: up to ₹30,000 for 1 kW, ₹60,000 for 2 kW, and ₹78,000 for 3 kW and above per household. The subsidy is credited directly to the consumer's bank account after installation and inspection.
What benefits are available for MSMEs under this scheme?
MSMEs can avail state-level distribution-linked subsidies or facilitated CAPEX/RESCO models. Net-metering allows them to offset electricity bills with surplus solar power. They may also combine the scheme with solar components of state industrial incentive policies and MSME technology-upgrade schemes where solar capex is an eligible expense.
Is any equity taken by the government?
No. CFA and state subsidies are non-repayable grants. No equity stake is taken.
How do I apply for the scheme?
Apply on the national portal at pmsuryaghar.gov.in. Register with your DISCOM consumer number and Aadhaar/PAN. Select an empanelled vendor from the portal's approved list for your state. After installation, notify DISCOM and apply for net-metering. Once inspected, submit subsidy claim documents on the portal. CFA is credited to your Aadhaar-linked bank account within approximately 30 days.
Can I install a rooftop solar system through a vendor not listed on the portal?
No. Only empanelled vendors listed on the pmsuryaghar.gov.in portal for your state are allowed. Engaging an unregistered installer will disqualify the subsidy.
What is the application deadline?
The scheme is rolling and always open. There is no fixed deadline.
Is MSME or DPIIT registration required?
The source facts do not specify any requirement for MSME or DPIIT registration. However, MSMEs can participate and combine the scheme with MSME-focused state policies.
What documents are needed for application?
Typically, you need your DISCOM consumer number, Aadhaar or PAN, bank account details, and Aadhaar linking. After installation, you will need to submit subsidy claim documents as instructed on the portal.
Can this scheme be combined with other state or central schemes?
Yes. MSMEs can combine PM Surya Ghar benefits with solar components of state industrial incentive policies and MSME technology-upgrade schemes where solar capex is an eligible expense.
Who offers PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana — MNRE Rooftop Solar?
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana — MNRE Rooftop Solar is offered by Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), a government body. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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