Pradhan Mantri Free Solar Rooftop Scheme (2025): 300 Units Free Power Monthly for 1 Crore Families
The Government of India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, launched the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, a major solar rooftop initiative aimed at delivering free electricity to one crore Indian households. This scheme not only promotes renewable energy but also supports financial relief for middle- and lower-income families.
✅ Key Features of the Scheme
- Target: One crore eligible homes will receive rooftop solar systems.
- Monthly Benefit: Each beneficiary household can get up to 300 units of free electricity per month, reducing or eliminating power bills.
- Direct Subsidy:
- 60% subsidy for systems up to 2 kW
- 40% for the 2–3 kW range
- Maximum subsidy of ₹78,000 per household
- Net Metering: Households can sell excess power to the electricity grid and earn additional income.
- Direct Bank Transfer (DBT): Subsidy amount is transferred directly to the user’s bank account.
🧾 Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be a resident of India.
- Property ownership or legal authorization to install solar panels on the rooftop.
- Must be a domestic consumer under a recognized DISCOM (electricity distributor).
- Only approved vendors listed on the official portal are allowed for installation.
📌 How to Apply
- Visit: https://pmsuryaghar.gov.in
- Register with your State, Electricity Board, Consumer Number, Mobile Number, and Email ID.
- Wait for feasibility approval from DISCOM.
- Choose an authorized vendor and install the system.
- Apply for net-metering after installation.
- Submit installation details and bank information for subsidy disbursal.
- Receive subsidy within 30 days into your bank account.
📊 Cost and Earning Example
| System Capacity | Total Cost | Subsidy (Approx.) | Out-of-Pocket | Monthly Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₹60,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹800 – ₹1,200 |
| 2 kW | ₹1,20,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹1,600 – ₹2,400 |
| 3 kW | ₹1,80,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹1,02,000 | ₹2,400 – ₹3,600 |
These are average estimates. Actual savings depend on your usage and tariff.
🔍 State-wise Progress (2025)
- Gujarat: Over 3.3 lakh systems installed
- Andhra Pradesh: Target of 3 lakh installations by June
- Tripura: Aiming for 50,000 homes by 2027
🔒 Important Tips
- Use only vendors listed on the PM Suryaghar portal.
- Keep all documents like electricity bill, Aadhaar card, bank passbook, and a cancelled cheque ready.
- For any issues, contact your local DISCOM office or use the helpline available on the official portal.