Important: Applications submitted but not installed before 01.04.2025 are ineligible for CFA and removed from records. Consumers may reapply in the next phase.
Benefits & Subsidy
| Category | Rate (per kW) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential households | Rs. 30,000 up to 2 kW | First slab for rooftop solar |
| Additional capacity | Rs. 18,000 per kW (for next 1 kW) | Up to 3 kW total |
| Systems > 3 kW | Max subsidy Rs. 78,000 | Cap for larger systems |
| GHS / RWA (common) | Rs. 18,000 per kW (upto 500 kW) | Incl. EV charging (3 kW/house) |
| Special states | +10% subsidy | Additional incentive |
Consumer Registration Process
- Go to pmsuryaghar.gov.in → Consumer page → Apply Now / Login.
- Enter mobile number & captcha → Verify.
- Enter OTP → Login.
- Complete profile details → Save.
- Click Apply for Solar Rooftop, select State/DISCOM → Fetch Details → Next.
Capacity Building
The scheme aims for 1 crore rooftop solar installations nationwide, requiring ~1 lakh skilled teams. Proper training ensures high-quality installation & maintenance.
Training covers installation, O&M, and repair roles for Technicians, Engineers, and Vendors, plus skill-building for DISCOM, REDAs, and government staff.
- Train over 3 lakh professionals including 1 lakh Solar PV Technicians.
- Strengthen DISCOMs, REDAs, and financial bodies via knowledge-sharing.
REC Ltd. acts as National Implementing Agency (NPIA), coordinating through State Implementation Agencies (SIAs) per MNRE’s July 2024 guidelines.