What is the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana?

The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is a national government subsidy scheme aimed at providing residential households in India with free or low-cost electricity through rooftop solar installations. It offers subsidies of up to ₹78,000 for systems up to 3 kW.

What is the Swayampurna Maharashtra Smart Rooftop Solar Scheme?

The Swayampurna Maharashtra SMART Rooftop Solar Scheme is a state-specific initiative in Maharashtra providing up to 95% subsidy (between ₹40,000 and ₹47,500) for a 1 kW solar rooftop installation. It targets households consuming less than 100 units of electricity per month.

Who is eligible for the Swayampurna Maharashtra Smart Solar Scheme?

Eligible applicants must be residential MSEDCL customers in Maharashtra with an average monthly electricity consumption below 100 units. Priority is given to rural, Below Poverty Line (BPL), and SC/ST households.

What is the out-of-pocket cost for a 1 kW solar system under the Maharashtra SMART Scheme?

Due to the combined central and state subsidies of up to 95% under the Swayampurna SMART Scheme, the consumer's out-of-pocket share for a 1 kW solar system is reduced to just ₹2,500 to ₹10,000.

PM Surya Ghar Yojana Rooftop Subsidy

National Subsidy Scheme

Zero Electricity Bills for Households

The **PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana** is a central government initiative to install rooftop solar panels across residential properties. Homeowners can receive significant financial subsidies, offsetting up to 50% of the initial capital investment.

Who is Eligible?

Must be an Indian Citizen with a valid MSEDCL electricity connection.
Must possess clean concrete or sheet roof space (at least 100 sq.ft. per kW).
Installation must be executed via an Empanelled Registered Solar Vendor.
System must utilize ALMM-compliant made-in-India solar modules.

Subsidy Slabs

Government Subsidy Structure

The financial support is fixed per kW capacity, capped at 3 kW. Larger systems can be installed, but the subsidy remains capped at ₹78,000.

System Capacity (kW)	Avg. Monthly Units Saved	Government Subsidy (₹)	Setup Cost (Est.)	Net Customer Cost (Est.)
1 kW System	120 kWh / Units	₹30,000	₹85,000	₹55,000
2 kW System	240 kWh / Units	₹60,000	₹1,60,000	₹1,00,000
3 kW System (Recommended)	360 kWh / Units	₹78,000 (Max)	₹2,15,000	₹1,37,000
4 kW System	480 kWh / Units	₹78,000 (Capped)	₹2,85,000	₹2,07,000
5 kW System	600 kWh / Units	₹78,000 (Capped)	₹3,55,000	₹2,77,000

* Important Disclaimer: All listed prices are purely indicative. The actual cost of installation will vary depending on site conditions, specific brand selections (panels, inverter, structure heights), local discom regulations, and hardware availability. Solar material market prices are dynamic in nature.

State-Specific Bonus Scheme

Swayampurna Maharashtra Smart Rooftop Solar Scheme

Designed specifically for residential households consuming below 100 units per month, this state-level initiative offers massive subsidies of up to 95% to make solar energy affordable for everyone.

Scheme Highlights & Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria: Domestic MSEDCL consumers consuming less than 100 units/month. Priority for BPL, SC/ST, and rural households.
Rooftop System Capacity: Focused on standard 1 kW setups, which perfectly match low-use consumption profiles.
Mandated Standards: Must use Made-in-India, BIS/IEC-certified (DCR) solar panels and approved grid-tied inverters.
Net Metering Integration: Full integration with MSEDCL net metering to feed excess power back to the grid and achieve zero bills.

Financial Breakdown (1 kW System)

Estimated 1 kW Total Cost ₹50,000 - ₹55,000

Swayampurna SMART Subsidy (80% - 95%) - ₹40,000 to ₹47,500

Your Net Out-of-Pocket Share ₹2,500 - ₹10,000

* Note: Prices are indicative benchmarks. The final cost depends on structural complexity, cable run lengths, and MSEDCL site approvals. Subsidy is credited directly to your bank account after grid commission.

How it Works

Step-by-Step Subsidy Flow

We manage the technical process. Here is the path from registration to financial credit.

Step 01

Portal Registration

Register on the National Rooftop Solar portal using your MSEDCL consumer number, email, and phone.

Step 02

Technical Feasibility

Submit the technical feasibility request. Our engineers verify compatibility with MSEDCL norms.

Step 03

Empanelled Installation

Once feasibility is approved, we construct the structure, mount the solar modules, and set up the grid inverter.

Step 04

Net Metering Integration

We submit work completion logs and schedule the utility inspector to install the net-metering device.

Step 05

Subsidy Disbursal

Submit the net metering logs and bank credentials on the portal. The subsidy is credited within 30 days.

Claim Your PM Subsidy

Our consultants manage your application on the national portal. Fill in your details below.

Portal Support Desk

We simplify government approvals. Here is how we support you:

Paperwork Coordination

We prepare all electrical layout files and upload them to the portal on your behalf.
MSEDCL Net Metering Liaison

We coordinate field inspections, meter verification tests, and grid connection approvals.

PM Surya Ghar Subsidy