How Much Does Solar Cost in India in 2026?
A 3 kW on-grid solar system -- the most common size for a 2-3 BHK home -- costs Rs 1,70,000-1,90,000 before any subsidy. After the PM Surya Ghar central subsidy of Rs 78,000, your out-of-pocket cost is Rs 92,000-1,12,000. In Delhi, an additional Rs 30,000 state subsidy brings this to Rs 62,000-82,000.
What is included at this price? Panels (Tier-1 brand, ALMM-listed), inverter (BIS IS 16221 certified), mounting structure, wiring, installation labor, net meter application coordination, PM Surya Ghar filing, and first-year monitoring. A quote that does not include all of these items is not comparable.
What IS included in a complete quote:
- Panels (Tier-1 brand, ALMM-listed)
- Inverter (BIS IS 16221 certified)
- Mounting structure
- Wiring
- Installation labor
- Net meter application coordination
- PM Surya Ghar filing
- First-year monitoring
What is NOT included in most quotes (and should be asked about):
- Roof waterproofing (if needed)
- Electrical panel upgrade (if your panel is old)
- Additional cabling beyond the standard run length
Important about the subsidy timing: The Rs 78,000 subsidy arrives 60-120 days after commissioning -- not upfront. You pay the full amount at installation and receive the subsidy later.