# PM Surya Ghar Solar Subsidy in MP (2026)

> Complete guide to PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana in Madhya Pradesh — subsidy amounts, eligibility, documents, step-by-step application in Indore and timelines.

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PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is the central government scheme for residential rooftop solar, launched in February 2024. In Madhya Pradesh — including Indore — households receive central financial assistance of ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW and ₹18,000 for the third kW: ₹30,000 for 1 kW, ₹60,000 for 2 kW and a maximum of ₹78,000 for systems of 3 kW or more. Housing societies and RWAs receive ₹18,000 per kW for common facilities. Systems must use DCR modules, be installed by a registered vendor and be net-metered with MP West Discom. The subsidy is credited to the applicant's bank account after commissioning.

- **1 kW:** ₹30,000
- **2 kW:** ₹60,000
- **3 kW +:** ₹78,000 (max)
- **Societies:** ₹18,000/kW


## Subsidy amounts

| System size (home) | Central subsidy |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₹30,000 |
| 2 kW | ₹60,000 |
| 3 kW | ₹78,000 |
| Above 3 kW | ₹78,000 (capped) |
| Housing society / RWA (common facilities) | ₹18,000 per kW |

The scheme's guidance links typical monthly consumption to system size: roughly 0–150 units → 1–2 kW, 150–300 units → 2–3 kW, and above 300 units → 3 kW or more.

## Who is eligible

- An Indian household with its own house and a roof suitable for solar.
- A valid **domestic** electricity connection in the applicant's name.
- The household has not availed another solar subsidy on that connection.
- The system uses **DCR** (made-in-India cell) modules and is installed by a **vendor registered** on the national portal.

Commercial and industrial connections are not eligible — see [commercial solar](/commercial-solar-indore) for how businesses get their return instead.

## Documents you'll typically need

| Document | Why |
|---|---|
| Latest electricity bill | Consumer number and connection details |
| Aadhaar card | Identity of the connection holder |
| Property ownership proof / tax receipt | Roof ownership |
| Cancelled cheque or passbook | Subsidy credit |
| Passport-size photo | Application |
| Loan documents (if financing) | Bank process |

## Step-by-step: applying in Indore

1. **Register** on pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your state (Madhya Pradesh), DISCOM (MP West Discom / MPPKVVCL), consumer number and mobile.
2. **Apply** for rooftop solar and select a registered vendor.
3. **Feasibility approval** from the DISCOM for your connection and the proposed capacity.
4. **Installation** by the vendor with DCR modules.
5. **Net-metering application**; DISCOM **inspects** and installs the bi-directional meter.
6. **Commissioning report** is generated on the portal.
7. **Submit bank details**; the subsidy is credited directly to your account.

Genius Solar handles steps 1–7 for you. See the [full installation process](/services/rooftop-solar-installation-indore).

## Timeline

| Stage | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Registration and feasibility | 1–2 weeks |
| Installation | 1–3 days |
| Inspection and net meter | usually 2–4 weeks |
| Subsidy credit after complete claim | about 30 days |

Timelines depend on the portal and DISCOM workload.

## Low-interest loans

Public-sector banks offer collateral-free loans for residential systems up to 3 kW at concessional interest (around 7%). See the [solar loan and EMI guide](/learn/solar-loan-emi-guide).

## Worked example: 3 kW home in Indore

| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Typical system price (DCR, standard structure) | ₹1.74 lakh – ₹2.04 lakh |
| PM Surya Ghar subsidy | ₹78,000 |
| Effective cost | ₹96,000 – ₹1.26 lakh |
| Generation | ~4,377 units/year |
| Estimated savings | ~₹2,714/month |

## Common reasons applications get delayed

- Name on the electricity bill doesn't match the applicant (e.g., deceased or previous owner).
- Sanctioned load lower than the proposed system.
- Non-DCR modules installed.
- Bank details not matching the applicant.

We check all of these before we start.


## FAQ

### How much solar subsidy can I get in Madhya Pradesh?

Under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, homes get ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW and ₹18,000 for the third kW — ₹30,000 for 1 kW, ₹60,000 for 2 kW and a maximum of ₹78,000 for 3 kW or more. Housing societies and RWAs get ₹18,000 per kW for common facilities.

### Who is eligible for the PM Surya Ghar solar subsidy?

An Indian household with its own house and roof suitable for solar, a valid domestic electricity connection, and no earlier solar subsidy on that connection. The system must use DCR (domestic content) modules and be installed by a vendor registered on the national portal.

### How do I apply for the PM Surya Ghar subsidy in Indore?

Register on pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your electricity consumer number, apply for rooftop solar, get feasibility approval from MP West Discom, have a registered vendor install the system, and apply for net metering. After inspection and commissioning, submit bank details and the subsidy is credited to your account. We handle every step.

### How long does the solar subsidy take to arrive?

The subsidy is released after the DISCOM inspects the system and installs the net meter and the commissioning report is uploaded. It is paid directly into your bank account, typically within about 30 days of a complete claim, though timelines depend on the portal and DISCOM.

### Do businesses and factories get solar subsidy?

No — PM Surya Ghar subsidy is only for residential connections and housing societies. Businesses benefit instead from higher tariffs (so faster payback) and, where applicable, accelerated depreciation on solar assets. Ask your CA how it applies to you.

### Do I need DCR panels to get the subsidy?

Yes. PM Surya Ghar subsidy requires modules made with Indian-manufactured cells (Domestic Content Requirement, DCR). DCR modules cost a little more than non-DCR ones, but the subsidy more than covers the difference.

### Does PM Surya Ghar give 300 units of free electricity?

The scheme is designed so that a subsidised rooftop system can generate up to 300 units a month for a typical household — the “free electricity” comes from your own solar generation, not a free supply from the DISCOM. A 2–3 kW system in Indore generates about 240–360 units a month.

### Can tenants get the solar subsidy?

The subsidy is tied to the electricity connection and the roof, so the connection holder (usually the owner) applies. Tenants can benefit if the owner installs, or with the owner's written consent on the owner's connection.

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