Solar Subsidy & Incentive Checker
Check your exact PM Surya Ghar subsidy amount, state-level incentives, and net cost after all deductions — for any state and system size.
Under PM Surya Ghar (2026), the central subsidy is ₹30,000/kW up to 2 kW, ₹18,000/kW for 2–3 kW, and a flat ₹78,000 above 3 kW — plus state top-ups in several states.
Check Your Solar Subsidy (2025–2026)
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana Central Subsidy + State-Level Additional Top-Ups.
Example: for a 3 kW residential system in Uttar Pradesh, you're eligible for ₹1,08,000 total subsidy (Central PM Surya Ghar: ₹78,000 + Uttar Pradesh State: ₹30,000), bringing net cost down to ₹66,000. Change the state and size above for your own numbers.
Showing an example for Uttar Pradesh, 3 kW, Residential — change the fields above for your own numbers.
⚠️ Note for Commercial & Industrial Consumers:
Direct cash subsidy under PM Surya Ghar applies to residential rooftop consumers. However, Commercial & Industrial entities can claim 40% Accelerated Depreciation (AD) tax benefit under Section 32, reducing effective project cost by up to 25–30% in year one.
PM Surya Ghar + Uttar Pradesh Subsidy Slabs
| Capacity (kW) | Central Subsidy | State Subsidy | Total Combined Subsidy | Est. Gross Cost | Net Cost to Consumer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₹30,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹58,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 2 kW | ₹60,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹90,000 | ₹1,16,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 3 kW Most Popular | ₹78,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹1,08,000 | ₹1,74,000 | ₹66,000 |
| 4 kW | ₹78,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹1,08,000 | ₹2,32,000 | ₹1,24,000 |
| 5 kW | ₹78,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹1,08,000 | ₹2,90,000 | ₹1,82,000 |
| 10 kW | ₹78,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹1,08,000 | ₹5,80,000 | ₹4,72,000 |
PM Surya Ghar National Portal & DISCOM Claim Docket
Mandatory DBT compliance documents, vendor ALMM/DCR guidelines, and approval milestones.
Mandatory Documents Checklist for DBT Subsidy Credit
Consumer number & meter name must match the subsidy applicant exactly.
Cancelled cheque or passbook copy with clear IFSC code for DBT direct transfer.
Only Domestic Content Requirement (Made in India cells/modules) qualify.
Inspection certificate signed by junior engineer after meter installation.
5-Stage Subsidy Approval & DBT Credit Timeline
pmsuryaghar.gov.in
Transformer load ok
Panels + Inverter
Bidirectional meter
Direct bank credit
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PM Surya Ghar Subsidies Across All Indian States & UTs
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PM Surya Ghar & State Solar Subsidy Incentive Dossier
Central Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), State Policy Top-Ups, Net Investment, and DISCOM Claim Roadmap
| Financial Metric | Amount / Value | Description & Regulatory Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated Gross Project Cost | ₹0 | Turnkey EPC cost including Tier-1 DCR panels, inverter, BOS & installation |
| Central PM Surya Ghar Subsidy | ₹0 | MNRE DBT scheme: ₹30,000/kW up to 2kW + ₹18,000 for 3rd kW (Max ₹78,000) |
| State Top-Up Subsidy | ₹0 | State Government renewable energy scheme top-up grant |
| Total Combined Government Subsidy | ₹0 | Credited directly to consumer bank account post DISCOM inspection |
| Net Customer Investment | ₹0 | Effective out-of-pocket investment required for solar plant |
| Estimated Payback Period | — Years | Based on standard tariff savings @ ₹7.50/kWh, yielding 21+ years of free power |
| Capacity | Central Subsidy | State Subsidy | Total Subsidy | Gross Cost | Net Payable |
|---|
- ✓ Electricity Bill (Name & address matching applicant)
- ✓ Aadhaar-Linked Bank Passbook / Cancelled Cheque
- ✓ ALMM & Domestic Content (DCR) Module Certificate
- ✓ DISCOM Work Completion & Net-Meter Inspection Form
How This Calculator Works
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Select your state
Choose your state from the dropdown. State-specific subsidies and DISCOM details are pre-loaded for all 28 states and 8 UTs.
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Select customer type
Choose Residential (for homes), Commercial (for offices/shops), or Industrial (for factories). Central PM Surya Ghar subsidy applies to residential only.
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Enter system size
Enter the proposed solar system size in kW. The calculator shows subsidy slabs and exact amounts for your size.
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View subsidy breakdown
See the central PM Surya Ghar subsidy, any applicable state subsidy, total incentives, gross system cost, and net cost after deductions.
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Connect with our team
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Frequently Asked Questions
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