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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.

Updated August 2026 Reviewed by the SolarOps360 Engineering Team

Check Your Solar Subsidy (2025–2026)

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana Central Subsidy + State-Level Additional Top-Ups.

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Uttar Pradesh Solar Policy: UP provides ₹15,000 per kW state top-up subsidy up to ₹30,000 maximum. Combined with PM Surya Ghar, a 3 kW system receives ₹1,08,000 total subsidy.

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.

Government Subsidies Direct Cash Benefit
Central PM Surya Ghar Subsidy ₹78,000
State Top-Up Subsidy ₹30,000
Total Subsidy Amount ₹1,08,000
Disbursement Method: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) deposited directly into your bank account after DISCOM meter installation & inspection.
Project Investment Net Payable
Estimated Gross System Cost ₹1,74,000
Less: Total Subsidy Deduction -₹1,08,000
Net Customer Investment ₹66,000
ROI & Payback: At average electricity rates, your net investment recovers in approximately 3.2 years, giving free electricity for the remaining 22+ years.

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
How It Works

How This Calculator Works

  1. 1

    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.

  2. 2

    Select customer type

    Choose Residential (for homes), Commercial (for offices/shops), or Industrial (for factories). Central PM Surya Ghar subsidy applies to residential only.

  3. 3

    Enter system size

    Enter the proposed solar system size in kW. The calculator shows subsidy slabs and exact amounts for your size.

  4. 4

    View subsidy breakdown

    See the central PM Surya Ghar subsidy, any applicable state subsidy, total incentives, gross system cost, and net cost after deductions.

  5. 5

    Connect with our team

    Click "Check Full Eligibility" to connect with our solar experts who can guide you through the application process at no cost.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana subsidy amount in 2025?
Under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (2025), the central government subsidy for residential rooftop solar is: ₹30,000 per kW for systems up to 2 kW (maximum ₹60,000); ₹18,000 per kW for the capacity between 2–3 kW (maximum ₹78,000 for a 3 kW system); and a fixed ₹78,000 for systems above 3 kW. This subsidy is available only for residential consumers.
Who is eligible for PM Surya Ghar solar subsidy?
PM Surya Ghar subsidy is available to: Indian residential consumers with a domestic electricity connection, homeowners installing rooftop solar on their owned property, and consumers in net-metering approved discom areas. Commercial, industrial, and institutional consumers are not eligible for the central subsidy but may qualify for state-level schemes.
How do I apply for PM Surya Ghar subsidy?
To apply for PM Surya Ghar subsidy: (1) Register on the PM Surya Ghar portal (pmsuryaghar.gov.in); (2) Get rooftop assessment done by an empanelled vendor; (3) Install the system through an approved installer; (4) Submit installation documents and apply for net metering; (5) Subsidy is credited directly to your bank account after DISCOM inspection.
Do states offer additional subsidy on top of the central PM Surya Ghar subsidy?
Yes, several states offer additional subsidies on top of the central PM Surya Ghar scheme. Uttar Pradesh offers ₹15,000/kW up to ₹30,000 (totaling ₹1,08,000 for 3 kW). Odisha offers up to ₹30,000. Haryana, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh also provide state-level top-up schemes. Our Subsidy Checker shows both central and applicable state subsidies for your location.
What is the net cost of a 3 kW solar system after PM Surya Ghar subsidy?
A 3 kW on-grid rooftop solar system in India typically costs ₹1.5–2.1 lakh (₹50,000–70,000/kW). After PM Surya Ghar subsidy of ₹78,000, the net cost comes to approximately ₹72,000–1.32 lakh. In states like Uttar Pradesh with additional ₹30,000 state subsidy, net cost is only ₹66,000–90,000.

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