Many home solar buyers understand the subsidy numbers but struggle with the application guidelines. The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana provides financial help of up to ₹78,000 for home rooftop installations. This money goes directly into your bank account after the project is set up. Receiving the CFA depends on selecting an eligible system capacity, meeting the applicable DCR requirements, using compliant equipment and following the National Portal process correctly.
Rooftop Solar Subsidy Values Under PM Surya Ghar
The central government provides financial support for home solar installations through fixed capacity slabs.
| System Capacity Slabs | General States Subsidy Rate | Special-Category States & UTs Subsidy Rate |
| First 2 kW | ₹30,000 per kW | ₹33,000 per kW |
| Third kW (2 kW to 3 kW) | ₹18,000 for that kW | ₹19,800 for that kW |
| Above 3 kW | No additional central financial assistance | No additional central financial assistance |
| Maximum Limit Per House | ₹78,000 total | ₹85,800 total |
| Housing Societies / RWAs | ₹18,000 per kW (up to 500 kW) | ₹19,800 per kW (up to 500 kW) |
Special-category regions cover Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, North Eastern states, Sikkim, Andaman & Nicobar, and Lakshadweep. Systems beyond 3 kW produce extra electricity to reduce utility bills, but receive no additional subsidy.
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Net Expenses After Receiving Support
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy calculates reference costs at ₹50,000 per kW for the first 2 kW and ₹45,000 for the third kW in general states. At these reference values, a standard 3 kW system totals ₹1,45,000. The central scheme pays ₹78,000, leaving about ₹67,000 for the household to pay.
Vendors set final costs based on roof types, mounting structure height, wiring length, and equipment selection. The program aims to help homes secure low-cost electricity up to 300 units every month. Total monthly savings depend on local sunlight, home usage, and state electricity meter rules.
Eligibility Conditions for Homeowner Applications
- Power Account: You must have a valid grid-connected residential electricity connection with the local DISCOM.
- Installation Space: You must own or have legal rights to use a rooftop, terrace, or balcony.
- Domestic Components: Solar panels must use Indian-made modules built with Indian-made solar cells under Domestic Content Requirement rules.
- Approved Partners: You must hire an installer registered on the central government portal.
- Grid Connection: Your local utility company must approve two-way net metering and conduct physical system checks.
What DCR Actually Requires (and What ALMM Changes)
The Domestic Content Requirement has applied to this scheme from the start: modules must be made in India from cells made in India. This is not something ALMM List-II introduced in June 2026, the domestic-cell condition for PM Surya Ghar sits in the scheme’s own operational guidelines.
ALMM is the enforcement machinery for that policy, not the policy itself. List-I covers approved module models and manufacturers; List-II, in force for solar cells from 1 June 2026, extends the same approval mechanism upstream to cells. The practical effect for a homeowner is the same either way: ask your vendor for the module model number, confirm it against the current ALMM list, and ask for the DCR declaration in writing before you pay an advance.
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Step-by-Step Portal Application Process
The whole process runs through the national portal of PM Surya Ghar Yojana. Here are the steps to follow:
- Register on the national portal at pmsuryaghar.gov.in using your electricity connection details.
- Apply for rooftop solar and wait for the required DISCOM feasibility/approval before proceeding with installation.
- Select a vendor registered on the portal and agree the scope and rate directly with them.
- Install a DCR-compliant system, then submit the plant details and apply for net metering.
- Get the net meter installed and the system physically verified by the DISCOM.
- Receive the commissioning certificate, then submit your bank details for the CFA transfer.
The guidelines provide for CFA to be processed within 15 days of DISCOM approval. The time from installation to money in the account is usually longer, because inspection and net-meter installation happen first. Incomplete documents and pending DISCOM inspection are the common causes of delay, so keep the paperwork ready before you apply.
Vendor Maintenance Support
Registered vendors must supply five years of free repairs, product servicing, and component replacements through a Comprehensive Maintenance Contract. This operational support is mandatory under scheme terms.
Approved High-Efficiency Module Solutions
Selecting compliant, reliable hardware keeps your subsidy claim safe while maximizing long-term energy generation. Avaada Electro operates production facilities in Nagpur and Dadri, supporting clean power goals while powering the future with advanced solar manufacturing.
- Certified Cell and Module Lines: Selected Avaada Electro module models and cell models may be included in the applicable MNRE ALMM lists. Verify the exact model and manufacturer details against the latest MNRE List-I and List-II before procurement.
- Advanced Output Designs: Customers can choose high-efficiency TOPCon N-Type solutions like the INTEGLOW M10L (585-610 Wp), ENLUME G12R (610-630 Wp) and ENLUME 720Wp bifacial glass-to-glass panels. These offer up to 30% added power generation gains from rear-side sunlight absorption.
- Quality Assured Facilities: Production plants operate under strict ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 certifications, along with BIS standards.
You can speak with our technical team to choose approved equipment for your home.
Final Thoughts
The central subsidy offers ₹30,000 to ₹78,000 to cut initial rooftop setup costs for Indian families. Success requires picking registered vendors, installing domestic-compliant modules, and completing two-way metering steps in order. Verify all details on the central national portal to secure reliable clean energy for your house.
To select approved, high-efficiency solar modules for your home or business, contact the Avaada Electro team today to explore our TOPCon product range.
FAQs
Is the rooftop solar subsidy still available in 2026?
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is running towards a target of one crore rooftop installations by March 2027. Scheme terms and budgets are reviewed periodically, so confirm the current position on the national portal before you commit to a purchase.
Can I claim the subsidy for a system larger than 3 kW?
You can install a larger system, but central assistance stops at 3 kW, ₹78,000 in general-category states, ₹85,800 in special-category states. Capacity above that earns no further CFA, though it still generates and still offsets your bill.
How long does the subsidy take to reach my bank account?
The guidelines provide for CFA to be processed within 15 days of DISCOM approval. That approval takes longer, since it follows net-meter installation, physical verification, and issuance of the commissioning certificate.
What does DCR-compliant mean for my panels?
It means the modules are manufactured in India using cells manufactured in India. This has applied to PM Surya Ghar from the outset. Ask your vendor for the module model number and the DCR declaration, and check the model against the current ALMM list.
What most often causes a subsidy application to fail?
Departing from the scheme conditions, modules that do not meet DCR, a vendor not registered on the portal, a mismatch between the electricity connection holder and the applicant, or skipping net metering and physical verification. Following the portal process in sequence avoids most of these.
