Government Solar Subsidy Assistance in Lucknow
We help eligible homeowners understand and navigate the applicable rooftop solar subsidy scheme, from documentation to DISCOM approval.
Understanding PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is a central government initiative designed to encourage residential rooftop solar adoption across India by offering subsidy support toward eligible system costs. The scheme aims to help households reduce their electricity bills while contributing to broader renewable energy adoption goals.
Because scheme rules, subsidy slabs and application processes are set and periodically updated by the relevant government authorities and DISCOMs, we recommend treating the figures on this page as indicative and confirming current terms with our team before finalising your decision.
Scheme Objectives
Who Can Apply
General eligibility categories — final confirmation depends on current scheme rules and your specific property.
Documents Checklist
Subsidy Slabs by System Capacity
A simple residential and housing-society subsidy overview to help customers compare system sizes quickly.
| System Capacity | Indicative Subsidy | Suitable Property | Est. Customer Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 2 kW | Indicative subsidy support available | Residential | Balance after subsidy, indicative |
| Above 2 kW – 3 kW | Indicative subsidy support available (higher slab) | Residential | Balance after subsidy, indicative |
| Above 3 kW | Indicative subsidy capped at the 3 kW slab amount | Residential | Higher balance, capped subsidy |
| Group Housing Society (GHS) common areas | Indicative subsidy per residential unit, subject to caps | Housing Society | As per society-level assessment |
Step-by-Step Application Process
Register / Enquire
Share your details and electricity consumer number to begin the process.
Free Site Survey
Our team assesses your rooftop and confirms indicative eligibility.
System Recommendation
Receive a right-sized system proposal aligned with subsidy slabs.
Application Submission
We help submit your application through the applicable national portal/DISCOM process.
Installation by Empanelled Vendor
Installation completed following documented safety practices.
Net Metering & Inspection
DISCOM inspection and net meter installation/activation.
Subsidy Disbursal
Subsidy amount released to your registered bank account by the relevant authority.
How Installation Fits Into the Subsidy Timeline
Enquiry
Initial discussion on your electricity bill and rooftop.
Site Survey
On-site assessment of roof condition and shading.
Design & Quotation
System sizing aligned with your eligible subsidy slab.
Subsidy Application
Documentation prepared and submitted on your behalf.
Installation
Certified technicians complete a safe, documented installation.
Net Metering & Handover
DISCOM inspection, activation, and formal handover.
Choosing the Right Vendor
Work with a vendor who is transparent about empanelment status, provides itemised quotations, and has a track record of documented, safety-compliant installations. Avoid vendors who guarantee subsidy approval — no vendor controls the government's final decision.
Working With Your DISCOM
Your local electricity distribution company reviews your application, schedules a site inspection, and approves net metering. Response times vary by DISCOM and current application volumes.
Net Metering and Inspection
After installation, a DISCOM inspection verifies safety and compliance before your net meter is installed or activated, enabling accurate billing for imported and exported units.
Expected Timeline & Common Delays
There is no universally fixed timeline for subsidy disbursal — it depends on DISCOM processing speed, application volume, inspection scheduling, and how promptly required documents are submitted correctly the first time. Below are common reasons applications take longer than expected.
- Incomplete or mismatched documentation (name, address or consumer number discrepancies)
- DISCOM inspection scheduling and site-visit backlogs
- High application volumes during scheme promotional periods
- Bank account verification or linking issues for subsidy disbursal
- Site-specific technical issues identified during inspection requiring correction
Common Application Mistakes
- Selecting a non-empanelled or unverified vendor, risking subsidy ineligibility
- Submitting applications with mismatched name/address across documents
- Oversizing the system beyond what the subsidy scheme's slab structure supports efficiently
- Not confirming net metering feasibility with the DISCOM before installation
- Assuming subsidy approval before formal confirmation from the relevant authority
Solar Subsidy — Frequently Asked Questions
It is a central government scheme aimed at promoting rooftop solar adoption among residential electricity consumers through subsidy support, subject to eligibility criteria and current scheme guidelines that can change over time.
Eligibility generally depends on property type (primarily residential), having a valid electricity connection and consumer number, and meeting the current scheme's specific criteria. We help verify eligibility during your free site survey.
Commonly required documents include your latest electricity bill, identity proof, proof of property ownership/occupancy, and bank account details for disbursal — see our documents checklist above.
Timelines vary based on DISCOM processing speed, application volumes, and inspection scheduling — there is no fixed guaranteed timeline, and we recommend planning with some flexibility.
No. Subsidy is subject to eligibility verification, DISCOM approval, and inspection outcomes. We do not guarantee subsidy approval — final decisions rest with the relevant government and DISCOM authorities.
The primary rooftop subsidy scheme is generally targeted at residential connections. Commercial and industrial customers should explore alternative avenues such as accelerated depreciation — see our Commercial Solar and Industrial Solar pages.
Your local DISCOM (Distribution Company) reviews your application, conducts site inspection, approves net metering, and coordinates with the subsidy disbursal process alongside the relevant national/state agency.
Net metering is the billing arrangement that credits surplus solar power you export to the grid. Most subsidy-eligible systems are grid-connected systems that use net metering, installed and approved through your DISCOM.
Subsidy schemes generally require installation through an empanelled or otherwise scheme-compliant vendor — verify current vendor eligibility requirements as part of your application.
Following a successful inspection, the net meter is installed/activated, and the subsidy amount is processed for disbursal to your registered bank account by the relevant authority, subject to their processing timelines.
Most subsidy schemes provide an online portal or reference number to track application status; we assist customers in monitoring their application where such tracking is available.
Rejection reasons vary — often related to documentation or eligibility issues — and in many cases can be corrected and resubmitted. Our team helps identify the cause and next steps if this occurs.
Apply for Subsidy Assistance
Share your details and our team will assess your indicative eligibility.