PM Surya Ghar: Rs 78,000 sarkar degi aapko solar ke liye.
PM Surya Ghar: Rs 78,000 government subsidy for your rooftop solar.
India's biggest solar subsidy program, explained clearly. Who is eligible, how much you get, and how Suryam handles the entire process for you.
What Is PM Surya Ghar?
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is a central government scheme launched on February 15, 2024. The government provides subsidies of up to Rs 78,000 to reduce the cost of rooftop solar installation for Indian homeowners.
Progress as of December 2025: 20.8 lakh+ installations completed across India. Target: 1 crore (10 million) installations by 2027. Total budget: Rs 75,021 crore. Helpline: 15555 (toll-free) and 1800-180-3333 (MNRE).
The scheme is real. The money is real. The subsidy has reached 20.8 lakh families. The process to claim it is genuinely complicated -- and that is where Suryam comes in.
Subsidy Amounts
| System Size | Central Subsidy |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | Rs 30,000 |
| 2 kW | Rs 60,000 |
| 3 kW | Rs 78,000 (Rs 60,000 for first 2 kW + Rs 18,000 for 3rd kW) |
| Above 3 kW | Rs 78,000 (maximum -- same as 3 kW) |
The maximum central subsidy is Rs 78,000, regardless of system size above 3 kW.
- Delhi: Rs 30,000 additional top-up for 3 kW systems. Your total: Rs 1,08,000.
- Karnataka: Rs 10,000 per consumer. Your total (3 kW): Rs 88,000.
- Maharashtra: Up to 30% extra for BPL consumers (under 100 units/month).
- North-Eastern states, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, J&K, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Andaman & Nicobar, Sikkim: Additional 10% on central subsidy.
Are You Eligible?
You are eligible if you meet all of the following criteria:
- You are an Indian citizen
- You have a residential electricity connection (not commercial or industrial)
- Your home is grid-connected (on-grid systems only -- hybrid and off-grid are NOT eligible)
- The solar panels go on your roof (not ground-mounted)
- This is your first PM Surya Ghar subsidy (one per household, linked to consumer number)
- Your system uses ALMM-listed panels and BIS-certified inverters
- Your installer is MNRE-empanelled
The Process -- What Actually Happens
The government portal says the process takes 30 days. Here is what actually happens, and what we do at each step.
Register with your mobile number, Aadhaar, and consumer number.
The portal frequently shows "Session Expired" errors. Mobile OTPs sometimes take 10-15 minutes. The consumer number format varies by state.
We submit the registration on your behalf, verifying all details before entry.
Your DISCOM assesses whether your grid connection can support solar.
Timelines vary dramatically. Gujarat and Karnataka DISCOMs: 15-20 days. UP, Kerala, Tamil Nadu: 30-45+ days.
We monitor your application status and follow up with your DISCOM weekly. You do not need to call anyone.
Upload commissioning certificate and invoice after installation.
Specific document formats are required. Errors here cause delays.
Your installer uploads the correct documents directly through the portal. We verify everything before submission.
DISCOM installs net meter within 30 days.
15-30 days in most cities.
We coordinate with DISCOM for the meter installation appointment.
30 working days after commissioning.
60-120 days in most cases.
We track your subsidy status. If it has not arrived within 4 months of commissioning, we escalate to DISCOM and MNRE on your behalf.
Common Problems -- and How Suryam Prevents Them
| Problem | Without Suryam | With Suryam |
|---|---|---|
| Name mismatch (Aadhaar / bill / bank) | Application rejected; figure it out yourself | We check all documents BEFORE submission |
| Portal errors and session timeouts | Try again, lose data | We submit, you sign |
| DISCOM delays | You wait, wondering | We follow up weekly, escalate when needed |
| Wrong installer (not MNRE-empanelled) | Subsidy rejected | All Suryam installers are MNRE-empanelled |
| Net meter delay | You chase DISCOM | We coordinate |
| Subsidy not arriving | You fight alone | We escalate after 4 months |
Name mismatch between Aadhaar card, electricity bill, and Aadhaar-linked bank account. Even a single character difference (Smt. vs blank, hyphenated vs spaced surname) causes rejection. We verify this before we submit anything.
Documents Checklist
Gather these before we start:
Not sure if your name matches? Send us your Aadhaar and electricity bill on WhatsApp and we will check.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rs 78,000 sarkar ka -- Suryam manage karega poora process.
Rs 78,000 from the government -- Suryam handles every step.