Govt. Scheme

The PM Surya Ghar Yojana, also known as the Rooftop Solar Yojana or PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, is a scheme launched by the Government of India on February 15, 2024, to promote the installation of rooftop solar panels in residential households. The primary goal is to provide free electricity, reduce electricity bills, and encourage the use of renewable energy. Haryana is actively participating in this scheme, and residents can benefit from the subsidies provided.   

Here are the key details regarding the subsidy scheme in Haryana under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana:

Subsidy Structure:

The central government provides subsidies based on the capacity of the rooftop solar plant installed:   

• For systems up to 2 kW:  ₹30,000 per kW.   

• For additional capacity up to 3 kW:  ₹18,000 per kW.   

• Total subsidy for systems larger than 3 kW:  Capped at ₹78,000.   

Examples of Subsidy Amounts:

• For a 1 kW system: ₹30,000 subsidy.

• For a 2 kW system: ₹60,000 subsidy.   

• For a 3 kW system: ₹78,000 subsidy.

• For a system larger than 3 kW (e.g., 4 kW or 5 kW): The maximum subsidy remains ₹78,000.   

State-Specific Additional Subsidies for Haryana:

The Haryana government provides additional financial assistance to certain categories of consumers on a first-come, first-served basis for rooftop solar systems up to 2 kW:   

• Category I: Consumers with an annual family income up to ₹1.80 Lakh are eligible for a State Financial Assistance of up to ₹25,000 per kW or 40% of the billed amount per kW (whichever is lower), up to 2 kW.

• Category II: Consumers with an annual family income from ₹1.80 Lakh up to ₹3.00 Lakh are eligible for a State Financial Assistance of up to ₹10,000 per kW or 20% of the billed amount per kW (whichever is lower), up to 2 kW.

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for the PM Surya Ghar Yojana subsidy in Haryana, the applicant must:

• Be an Indian citizen.

• Own a house with a roof suitable for installing solar panels.

• Have a valid electricity connection in their name and pay bills regularly.   

• Not have availed any other subsidy for solar panels.

• For the state financial assistance, the applicant should have a domestic supply connection with a sanctioned load up to or equal to 2 kW, and their annual family income should fall within the specified categories as per the Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP). The average monthly consumption should be up to 200 units during the FY 2023-24 or up to 2400 units annually in FY 2023-24.   

How to Apply for the Subsidy:

The application process is primarily online through the National Portal for Rooftop Solar:

1. Registration: Visit the official website (https://www.pmsuryaghar.gov.in/) and register by selecting your state (Haryana), electricity distribution company, and entering your consumer number, mobile number, and email.

2. Login: Log in to the portal using your consumer number and mobile number.

3. Application: Apply for rooftop solar as per the online form.

4. Feasibility Approval: Wait for feasibility approval from the Distribution Company (DISCOM).

5. Installation: Once approved, install the solar plant through a registered vendor in your DISCOM.

6. Submit Details: After installation, submit the plant details and apply for a net meter.

7. Commissioning Certificate: After the net meter installation and DISCOM inspection, a commissioning certificate will be generated on the portal.   

8. Bank Details: Submit your bank account details and a cancelled cheque on the portal. The subsidy will be credited to your account after verification.

Documents Required:

• Proof of identity (Aadhaar card, PAN card, etc.).

• Proof of address.

• Electricity bill.

• Roof ownership certificate.

• Bank account details (passbook or cancelled cheque).

• Income certificate (for availing state-specific subsidies).

• Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) details (for availing state-specific subsidies).

Benefits of the Scheme:

• Reduced or free electricity bills.

• Savings on annual electricity expenses (estimated to be ₹15,000 to ₹18,000 annually for participating households).

• Opportunity to sell surplus power back to the grid through net metering.

• Contribution to environmental sustainability through the use of clean energy.

• Potential increase in property value.

Important Points:

• The subsidy is applicable for grid-connected rooftop solar systems using India-made solar panels.

• Net metering allows you to get credit for excess electricity generated by your solar system and fed back into the grid.   

• Ensure you choose a registered vendor empanelled with the DISCOM for installation to be eligible for the subsidy.

For more detailed information and to start the application process, please visit the official PM Surya Ghar Yojana portal: https://www.pmsuryaghar.gov.in/. You can also contact the Haryana Renewable Energy Development Agency (HAREDA) for state-specific queries.