Solar Subsidy Guide

Know What
You're Entitled To.

Government subsidies can significantly reduce the cost of rooftop solar. See what may apply to your home — and what Solarise can do to help you claim it.

Residential rooftop solar installation, the kind of home system eligible for PM Surya Ghar central subsidy support
System Cost₹5,45,000
Government Support− ₹70,000
Your Effective Cost₹4,75,000

Illustrative example only — actual price and eligible subsidy depend on your system, location and eligibility. Not a Solarise quotation.

First, The Simple Version

Three Numbers Matter.

1

Central Subsidy

PM Surya Ghar — a fixed, capacity-based capital subsidy from the central government, the same nationwide.

2

State Support

Depends on where you live. Some states add a capital subsidy, some don't, some offer targeted support only.

3

Your Effective Cost

System price minus every applicable capital subsidy you actually qualify for.

Not every government benefit is an upfront discount.

Generation-based incentives, bill-linked benefits and other ongoing schemes are paid out over time based on how much power your system actually generates. They reduce your electricity costs over the years — but they are not deducted from your system price upfront the way a capital subsidy is. The calculator below keeps these separate so you see an accurate picture.

The Calculator

See Your Solar Cost After Subsidy.

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C. Desired System Size
Based on your usage, a likely fit is2–3 kW
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Use your Solarise quoted price if you have one, or a rough estimate for now.

System Size Used3 kW
Central Subsidy₹78,000
State Subsidy₹6,000
Total Capital Subsidy₹84,000
Your Effective System Cost₹96,000
Potential Generation-Based Incentive

Delhi also offers a Generation-Based Incentive (GBI) of ₹3/kWh for systems up to 3 kW, and ₹2/kWh for systems above 3 kW up to 10 kW. GBI is paid over time based on actual generation — it is not an upfront reduction to your system cost.

Numbers are estimates for guidance, based on National Portal for Rooftop Solar and Delhi Solar Portal — Central Subsidy data (last verified September 2026). Final subsidy is subject to scheme rules, eligibility, approved- vendor requirements, commissioning and government/DISCOM verification.

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The Central Scheme

What Is PM Surya Ghar?

PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is the central government's residential rooftop-solar scheme, run by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). The subsidy is capacity-based, applications run through the National Portal for Rooftop Solar, and it targets residential households installing eligible rooftop systems.

1 kW₹30,000
2 kW₹60,000
3 kW & Above₹78,000Maximum Central Subsidy

₹78,000 is the maximum central capital subsidy for a residential system — capacity above 3 kW does not increase the central subsidy further. Source: National Portal for Rooftop Solar · last verified September 2026.

State-Level Support

What Does Your State Add?

Central Subsidy (Everywhere)

Up to ₹78,000 via PM Surya Ghar, based on system size.

Delhi State Capital Subsidy

₹2,000 per kW, capped at ₹10,000 per consumer.

Eligibility

Available to eligible Delhi residential consumers, subject to DISCOM verification.

Generation-Based Incentive — Separate From Capital Subsidy

Delhi also offers a Generation-Based Incentive (GBI) of ₹3/kWh for systems up to 3 kW, and ₹2/kWh for systems above 3 kW up to 10 kW. GBI is paid over time based on actual generation — it is not an upfront reduction to your system cost.

Source / Last Verified

Delhi Solar Portal — Central Subsidy

Last verified September 2026

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Data model built to add newly verified states as official figures are confirmed. Eligibility, approval and release always remain subject to current scheme rules.

How Subsidy Actually Works

Subsidy Isn't Just A Number.

The actual amount you receive depends on scheme rules, eligibility, applicable technical requirements and successful installation and verification — not just the headline subsidy figure.

1Your Home
2Eligibility
3System Size
4Approved Components
5Installation
6DISCOM Verification
7Subsidy Release
Solarise Handles The Complex Part

You Don't Have To Figure It Out Alone.

1

Assess

We understand your consumption, roof and solar requirement.

2

Design

We size the system around the site and the applicable scheme.

3

Document

We help with the information and documentation the process requires.

4

Install

We execute the approved solar installation.

5

Coordinate

We support the relevant portal / DISCOM process and commissioning requirements.

6

Follow Through

We help you navigate the subsidy process through every stage.

Solarise supports you through the subsidy process end to end, but cannot guarantee government approval or subsidy release — these remain subject to scheme rules and government/DISCOM verification.

Illustrative Example

Subsidy vs. Your Actual Solar Cost.

Full System Cost₹5,45,000
Central Subsidy− ₹60,000
State Support− ₹10,000
Effective Cost₹4,75,000

Illustrative example — actual price and subsidy depend on your system, location and eligibility. This is not a standard Solarise price.

The Questions People Actually Ask

Subsidy FAQ.

Residential households installing an eligible rooftop solar system through the scheme's approved process are generally eligible, subject to current eligibility criteria published on the National Portal for Rooftop Solar.

Let The Subsidy Work For You.

Tell Solarise your location, electricity usage and roof requirements. We'll help you understand the applicable support and the solar solution built around it.