Description
PM Surya Ghar: Free Electricity Scheme is a government scheme that aims to provide free electricity to households in India. The scheme was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 15, 2024. Under this scheme, households will be given subsidies to install solar panels on their rooftops. The subsidy will cover up to 40% of the cost of the solar panel. The scheme is expected to benefit 1 crore households across India. It is estimated that the scheme will save the government Rs 75,000 crore every year in electricity costs.
benefits
Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant Capacity for Homes
| Average Monthly Electricity Consumption (Units) | Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant Capacity | Subsidy Support |
| 0-150 | 1-2 kW | ₹ 30,000/- to ₹ 60,000/- |
| 150-300 | 2-3 kW | ₹ 60,000/- to ₹ 78,000/- |
| > 300 | Above 3 kW | ₹ 78,000/- |
The benefits of this plan include the following:
- Free electricity for homes.
- The cost of electricity for the government decreased.
- Increasing the use of renewable energy.
- Reduction in carbon emissions.
Eligibility
- The family member should be an Indian citizen.
- The family must own a house with a rooftop suitable for installing solar panels.
- The house should have a valid electricity connection.
- The household must not have availed any other subsidy for solar panels.
Application Process
Step-1 : Go to official website.
Step-2 : Provide the following details for registration.
– Select your state
– Select your electricity distribution company
– Enter your Electricity Consumer Number
– Please enter the Mobile-Number
– enter email
– Please follow the instructions received from the portal.
Step-3 : Login with Consumer Number and Mobile Number.
Step-4 : Apply for Rooftop Solar as per the form.
Step-5 : Fill the online application form.
Step-6 : Wait for feasibility approval from Discom. Once you get the feasibility approval then install the plant by any registered vendor in your Discom.
Step-7 : After installation is complete, submit plant details and apply for net meter.
Step-8 : After installation of Net Meter and inspection by Discom, they will generate Commissioning Certificate from the portal.
Step-9 : Once you get the commissioning report. Submit the bank account details and a cancelled cheque through the portal. You will receive your subsidy in your bank account within 30 days.
Required Documents
- proof of identity.
- proof of address.
- Electricity bill.
- Roof ownership certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is scheme all about ?
What benefits are provided ?
2. Free electricity for households.
3. Reduced electricity costs for the government.
4. Increased use of renewable energy.
5. Reduced carbon emissions.
Who can get the scheme benefits?
2. The household must own a house with a roof that is suitable for installing solar panels.
3. The household must have a valid electricity connection.
4. The household must not have availed any other subsidy for solar panels
What is the procedure to get the scheme benefits?
2. Submit the online application form.
How to register ?
Step-2 : Provide the following details for registration.
– Select your State
– Select your Electricity Distribution Company
– Enter your Electricity Consumer Number
– Enter Mobile Number
– Enter Email
– Please follow as per the direction from the portal.
How to apply for the scheme ?
Step-2 : Apply for the Rooftop Solar as per the form.
Step-3 : Fill out the online application form.
What documents are provided ?
2. Proof of address.
3. Electricity bill.
4. Roof ownership certificate.
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