Rooftop Solar Scheme/PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana 2024
The Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, introduced the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, or Rooftop Solar Scheme, in the Interim Budget 2024-25. Officially launched on 15 February 2024, this initiative aims to provide free electricity up to 300 units per month to 1 crore households across India. Over 1.28 crore registrations have already been completed for this scheme.
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Overview of the Scheme
| Scheme | Rooftop Solar Yojana/PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana |
|---|---|
| Launch Date | 15 February 2024 |
| Beneficiaries | Poor and middle-income households with their own residence |
| Subsidy | ₹30,000 to ₹78,000 for solar panel installation |
| Benefits | Free electricity up to 300 units per month |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.pmsuryaghar.gov.in |
| Helpline Number | 15555 |
Key Objectives
- Provide 300 units of free electricity monthly to 1 crore households.
- Promote the use of renewable energy to reduce dependency on traditional power sources.
- Decrease carbon emissions by shifting to sustainable energy practices.
- Encourage cost savings for households and the government.
Benefits
- Annual savings of ₹15,000 to ₹18,000 crores from free solar electricity and selling surplus power.
- Promote electric vehicle (EV) charging.
- Create entrepreneurship opportunities for vendors supplying and installing solar panels.
- Generate employment opportunities for youth skilled in solar panel installation, manufacturing, and maintenance.
- Lower electricity costs for the government and increased use of renewable energy.
Eligibility Criteria
- Indian residents belonging to poor and middle-income households.
- Must own a residence with a suitable rooftop for solar panel installation.
- Should have a valid electricity connection.
- Must not have availed of any other solar panel subsidy.
Subsidies Offered
| Capacity | Subsidy Amount |
|---|---|
| Up to 2 kW | ₹30,000 per kW |
| Additional up to 3 kW | ₹18,000 per kW |
| Above 3 kW | Maximum ₹78,000 |
Group Housing Societies (GHS)/Resident Welfare Associations (RWA): ₹18,000 per kW for common facilities, including EV charging stations up to 500 kW capacity, at ₹3 per kW per house.
Installation Process
- Solar panels are installed on rooftops to supply power directly to households.
- The scheme includes Net Metering, allowing surplus energy to be sold to electricity distribution companies.
- Subsidies are transferred directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts.
Documents Required
- Proof of identity (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.).
- Proof of address.
- Latest electricity bill.
- Roof ownership certificate.
Contact Details
For more information, call the Rooftop Solar Scheme Customer Care Number: 15555.
Leverage the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana to reduce energy costs, save the environment, and benefit from clean, renewable energy. Apply today!