PM Surya Ghar Subsidy 2026: ₹78,000 Apply Online Guide

Latest update: PM Surya Ghar subsidy is active in 2026

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is still active for residential rooftop solar consumers. As per the June 2026 official update, the scheme has crossed 40 lakh solar-powered households, has more than 65 lakh applications in the pipeline, and is targeting 75 lakh households by December 2026.

If you saw a message saying “registration closed from 06.06.2026”, do not confuse it with normal homeowner subsidy applications. Some notices are related to training/batch registrations, not residential rooftop solar subsidy.

What is PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana?

PM Surya Ghar is India’s central rooftop solar subsidy scheme for households. The scheme reduces your upfront solar cost through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) after installation, inspection and commissioning approval.

For most homeowners, the main goal is simple:

• reduce electricity bill
• install an approved rooftop solar system
• claim central subsidy up to ₹78,000
• use net metering to adjust solar generation against electricity consumption

PM Surya Ghar subsidy amount in 2026

The maximum central subsidy for an individual household is capped at ₹78,000. Installing more than 3 kW may increase generation and savings, but it does not increase the central subsidy above ₹78,000.

Who is eligible?

You are generally eligible if:

• you are an Indian residential electricity consumer
• you have a valid electricity connection
• the rooftop is suitable for solar installation
• the system is installed through an approved vendor on the official portal
• the solar modules and cells comply with current ALMM requirements
• bank account and consumer details match correctly for DBT

Tenants should not apply without written permission from the property owner and the electricity connection holder.

Documents required

Keep these documents ready before applying:

• Aadhaar card
• latest electricity bill
• electricity consumer number
• mobile number linked with Aadhaar
• bank account details for DBT
• rooftop/property ownership or permission proof where required
• passport-size photograph if requested
• cancelled cheque or bank proof if requested by portal/DISCOM

Step-by-step application process

1. Visit the official PM Surya Ghar portal.
2. Register using your mobile number, Aadhaar and electricity consumer details.
3. Select your state and DISCOM.
4. Submit rooftop solar application.
5. Choose an approved vendor from the portal/vendor list.
6. Get site survey and quotation.
7. Wait for technical feasibility approval from DISCOM.
8. Complete installation using approved equipment.
9. Submit commissioning and inspection documents.
10. DISCOM verifies the system and net meter.
11. Subsidy is released through DBT after approval.

How long does the process take?

Actual timeline depends on state, DISCOM workload, vendor speed and document accuracy.

Typical timeline:

• application and vendor selection: 1–7 days
• feasibility approval: 7–30 working days
• installation: 3–15 days after material availability
• inspection and net meter: 7–45 days
• subsidy DBT after commissioning: commonly 30–60 days, but may vary

Biggest reasons applications get delayed

Most delays happen because of:

• wrong consumer number
• mismatch between applicant name and electricity bill
• unapproved vendor selection
• missing bank details
• poor rooftop photos or incomplete site details
• sanctioned load lower than requested solar capacity
• net meter or inspection backlog at DISCOM level

Can you get state subsidy also?

Yes, but it depends on your state. Delhi and Uttar Pradesh currently have additional residential state subsidy/top-up structures. Many states only offer the central subsidy. Always verify state subsidy before promising the final amount to a customer.

Example:

• Delhi: central ₹78,000 + state subsidy up to ₹30,000 for 3 kW residential systems
• Uttar Pradesh: central ₹78,000 + state subsidy up to ₹30,000 for eligible residential systems
• Haryana, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu: treat as central subsidy only unless current state portal confirms additional benefit

ALMM update homeowners should know

From 2026, subsidy-linked installations must be more careful about approved solar modules and cells. Ask your installer to confirm that the proposed module and cell comply with the current ALMM requirements before installation.

Pro tip before paying advance

Do not pay a large advance just because someone says “subsidy is ending soon.” Ask for:

• vendor registration proof
• written quotation
• brand/model details
• warranty terms
• payment schedule
• timeline for feasibility, installation and net meter
• final subsidy amount with assumptions clearly written

Official reference links

• PM Surya Ghar portal: https://pmsuryaghar.gov.in
• MNRE website: https://mnre.gov.in
• National rooftop solar portal: https://solarrooftop.gov.in

FAQ

Is PM Surya Ghar subsidy closed?

No. As of June 2026, official updates show the scheme is active and scaling.

How much subsidy do I get for 3 kW solar?

The central subsidy is ₹78,000 maximum for 3 kW and above.

Can I apply without an approved vendor?

For subsidy, you should use the official portal process and select an approved vendor.

Can I get subsidy for more than 3 kW?

You can install more than 3 kW if your load and roof allow it, but central subsidy remains capped at ₹78,000.

When is subsidy credited?

Subsidy is credited after installation, commissioning, DISCOM verification and approval.