Important: This page is an independent explainer. It is not the official scheme portal and we cannot approve, process or guarantee any application. Always confirm rules on the official Government of India portal and with your DISCOM.
What the scheme aims to do
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a Government of India initiative announced in 2024 to promote rooftop solar on residential homes by offering central financial assistance (subsidy) for eligible households, along with a streamlined application process through a national portal.
How the process generally works
- Registration on the official national portal using your electricity consumer number.
- Application for rooftop solar and feasibility approval from the DISCOM.
- Installation through a registered/empanelled vendor.
- Net-meter installation and commissioning report.
- Subsidy claim submitted with bank details; subsidy is credited by the government after verification.
Documents commonly requested
- Latest electricity bill
- Identity and address proof
- Proof of roof ownership
- Bank account details for subsidy transfer
Things to be careful about
- Subsidy amounts, capacity limits and eligibility are decided by the government and may change.
- Only vendors registered under the scheme in your state can install a subsidised system.
- Be cautious of anyone promising “guaranteed subsidy” or asking for advance fees to “process” your application.
Please verify the latest applicable rules with the relevant official authority. Scheme details, subsidy amounts, DISCOM procedures and net-metering rules change from time to time and vary by state.