Delhi Rooftop Solar Subsidy Scheme

The Delhi Rooftop Solar Subsidy Scheme combines the Central Government's PM Surya Ghar Yojana with an additional Delhi Government top-up subsidy to make rooftop solar installation more affordable for residential households across the city. Together, these two subsidies support the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission and Delhi's broader renewable energy goals. Eligible Delhi households can receive a total subsidy of up to Rs. 1,08,000, significantly reducing installation costs while helping families save on monthly electricity bills and contribute to a cleaner energy future. 

The scheme is designed with clear goals that support both individual households and Delhi's larger clean energy ambitions. This is part of India's broader rooftop solar programme to accelerate renewable energy adoption at the residential level.

• Accelerate rooftop solar adoption in Delhi: The scheme aims to encourage a significantly larger number of Delhi households to install rooftop solar panels by reducing the financial barrier through direct government subsidies at both the central and state level.
• Reduce household electricity bills: By generating their own solar power, Delhi residents can reduce their dependence on grid electricity and lower their monthly electricity bills substantially, providing long-term financial relief from rising power tariffs.
• Support India's renewable energy targets: The scheme aligns with India's national commitment to significantly increase the share of renewable energy in the overall power mix, with rooftop solar playing a key role in decentralised clean energy generation across urban areas.
• Promote net metering for surplus energy: The scheme encourages households to adopt net metering under the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission, allowing them to export surplus solar power back to the grid and earn credits on their electricity bills.
• Reduce carbon emissions in Delhi: Widespread rooftop solar adoption across Delhi's residential areas helps reduce the city's dependence on fossil fuel-based electricity, contributing to lower carbon emissions and improved air quality over the long term.

Understanding the eligibility criteria before applying ensures a smooth and successful subsidy application. This scheme complements national manufacturing initiatives such as the Solar PV Module PLI Scheme that supports the domestic solar supply chain.

• Residential property owner in Delhi: The applicant must be the owner of a residential property located within Delhi with a valid electricity connection under one of the three DISCOMs serving the city.
• Active electricity connection with a Delhi DISCOM: The property must have an active residential electricity connection with BSES Rajdhani, BSES Yamuna or Tata Power DDL. The subsidy is available to consumers across all three distribution companies operating in Delhi.
• Property with a suitable rooftop: The property must have a rooftop area that is adequate for the installation of a solar panel system. A minimum shadow-free rooftop area of approximately 10 sq. metres is required for a 1 kW system, with proportionally more space needed for larger system capacities.
• First-time rooftop solar installation: The subsidy is available for new rooftop solar installations. Properties that already have an existing solar system installed may not be eligible for the full subsidy under this scheme.
• Use of approved solar panels and vendors: The rooftop solar system must be installed using ALMM-listed solar panels and through a government-empanelled vendor registered under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana portal to qualify for the subsidy disbursement.
• Subsidy linked to system capacity and consumption: The subsidy amount is determined by the installed system capacity, which should be matched to the household's average monthly electricity consumption. A capacity of 1 to 2 kW is recommended for consumption up to 150 units per month, 2 to 3 kW for 150 to 300 units and above 3 kW for consumption exceeding 300 units per month.

The scheme delivers a wide range of financial, environmental and practical benefits for Delhi households who choose to install rooftop solar under its framework.

• Substantial reduction in installation cost: The combined central and Delhi Government subsidy of up to Rs. 1,08,000 for a 3 kW system significantly reduces the out-of-pocket installation cost for eligible households, making rooftop solar financially viable for a much wider range of Delhi residents than before.
• Significant monthly electricity bill savings: Once installed, a rooftop solar system can reduce a household's monthly electricity bill by 70 to 100 percent depending on the system size and consumption pattern, delivering immediate and ongoing financial relief from rising electricity tariffs across Delhi.
• Strong return on investment: Rooftop solar installations in Delhi typically deliver an annual return on investment of 21 to 25 percent after accounting for the subsidy, with the system paying back its net cost within four to five years and generating free electricity for the remaining 20-plus years of panel life.
• Net metering credits reduce bills further: Under net metering with the DISCOM, surplus solar power exported to the grid is credited against the household's electricity bills, further reducing or in some cases eliminating monthly electricity payments entirely during high-generation periods.
• 25-year panel performance warranty: Most solar panels installed under empanelled vendors come with a 25-year performance warranty, ensuring long-term energy generation and protecting the homeowner's investment across the full operational lifespan of the system.
• Increased property value: A rooftop solar installation adds measurable value to the property by demonstrating lower running costs and energy independence, which is an increasingly valued feature in Delhi's residential real estate market.
• Environmental contribution: Every kilowatt of solar power generated at home reduces dependence on coal-based electricity, lowering carbon emissions and contributing to Delhi's air quality improvement goals alongside the city's broader sustainability commitments.

Applying for the Delhi Rooftop Solar Subsidy Scheme is a straightforward process managed primarily through the PM Surya Ghar Yojana online portal. Here is a step-by-step guide to getting your application right.

• Register on the PM Surya Ghar Yojana portal: Visit pmsuryaghar.gov.in and register using your mobile number, electricity consumer number and DISCOM details. This creates your applicant profile on the central portal through which the entire subsidy process is managed.
• Submit your application for rooftop solar: After registration, fill in the online application form with your property details, preferred system capacity based on your average monthly electricity consumption and your choice of empanelled vendor from the approved list on the portal.
• Get feasibility approval from your DISCOM: Your DISCOM will review the application and conduct a technical feasibility assessment of your rooftop. Once approved, you will receive a feasibility confirmation that allows you to proceed with the installation.
• Install the system through an empanelled vendor: Engage an empanelled vendor registered on the PM Surya Ghar Yojana portal to install the rooftop solar system using ALMM-listed panels. Ensure all installation documentation is maintained for the subsidy disbursement stage.
• Apply for net metering connection: After installation, apply to your DISCOM for a net metering connection. BSES Rajdhani, BSES Yamuna and Tata Power DDL all process net metering applications under the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission framework.
• Submit installation report for subsidy disbursement: Once the net metering connection is established, submit the installation completion report and required documents on the PM Surya Ghar portal. The combined central and Delhi Government subsidy amount is then disbursed directly to your bank account.