"In order to further sustainable development and people's well-being, we are launching the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. This project, with an investment of over Rs. 75,000 crores, aims to light up 1 crore households by providing up to 300 units of free electricity every month."
Hon’ble Prime Minister of India
Launched 15 February 2024 by PM Modi and MNRE to expand rooftop solar on residential buildings
Ambitious target: install solar capacity on 1 crore homes by March 2027; budget outlay of ₹75,021 crore
Up to 300 units of "free" solar electricity per month for eligible households
Subsidy structure (direct benefit transfer):
Rs. 30,000 per kW
up to 2 kW
Rs. 18,000 per kW
for additional capacity up to 3 kW
Rs. 78,000
Total subsidy for systems larger than 3 kW capped at
Rs. 18,000 per kW
for common facilities, including EV charging, up to 500 kW Capacity
being inclusive of individual rooftop plants installed by individual residents in the GHS/RWA
For special states, an additional 10% Subsidy will be applicable per kW
Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant Capacity for households
| Average Monthly Electricity Consumption (units) | 0–150 | 150–300 | >300 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suitable Rooftop Solar Plant Capacity | 1–2 kW | 2–3 kW | Above 3 kW |
