Sarkari Yojana
PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
About PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
“PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana” is a government initiative designed to supply free electricity to Indian households. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched it on February 15, 2024. Under the scheme, households get a subsidy toward installing rooftop solar panels, with the subsidy covering up to 40% of the panel cost. The scheme is projected to reach 1 crore households across the country and is estimated to save the government Rs. 75,000 crore annually in electricity expenses.
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of New and Renewable Energy
15 Jan 2024
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The household must hold Indian citizenship
The household must hold Indian citizenship.
The household must own a house with a…
The household must own a house with a roof capable of supporting solar panel installation.
The household must hold a valid electricity connection
The household must hold a valid electricity connection.
The household must not have received any other…
The household must not have received any other subsidy for solar panels.
Benefits Provided
PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Recommended Rooftop Solar Plant Capacity for Households Average Monthly Electricity Consumption (units)Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant CapacitySubsidy Support0-150 1-2 kW₹ 30,000/- to ₹ 60,000/-150-3002-3 kW₹ 60,000/- to ₹ 78,000/-> 300Above 3 kW₹ 78,000/- Key benefits of the scheme include:
Households get free electricity
Households get free electricity.
The government's electricity expenditure comes down
The government's electricity expenditure comes down.
Renewable energy adoption rises
Renewable energy adoption rises.
Carbon emissions are cut
Carbon emissions are cut.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
Identity proof
Identity proof.
Address proof
Address proof.
Electricity bill
Electricity bill.
Certificate of roof ownership
Certificate of roof ownership.
2024-01-15
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana through the online application process outlined below.
Application Process
Step-1 : Go to the official website.
Step-2 : Submit the following details to register.
Select your State
Select your Electricity Distribution Company
Enter your Electricity Consumer Number
Enter your Mobile Number
Enter your Email
Follow the instructions given on the portal.
Step-3 : Log in using your Consumer Number and Mobile Number.
Step-4 : Apply for Rooftop Solar using the form provided.
Step-5 : Complete the online application form.
Step-6 : Wait for feasibility approval from the DISCOM. Once approved, get the plant installed through any vendor registered with your DISCOM.
Step-7 : After installation, submit the plant details and apply for a net meter.
Step-8 : Once the net meter is installed and the DISCOM completes its inspection, they will issue a commissioning certificate through the portal.
Step-9 : After receiving the commissioning report, submit your bank account details along with a cancelled cheque via the portal. The subsidy will be credited to your bank account within 30 days.
Official Application & Website
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