Frequently Asked Questions on Solar Power in Bihar

Get authoritative answers on government solar subsidies under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, DISCOM net metering approvals, system sizing, and payback periods for homes and commercial facilities.

What is PM Surya Ghar Yojana?

How much subsidy is available?

• Central scheme launched in February 2024.

• Targets 1 crore homes across India.

• Provides up to 300 units of free electricity monthly.

• 1 kW system: ₹30,000 subsidy.

• 2 kW system: ₹60,000 subsidy.

• 3 kW system and above: Maximum cap of ₹78,000.

• Disbursement: Sent directly via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to your bank account

Who is eligible?

How do I apply?

• Must be an Indian citizen.

• Must own a residential property with a suitable roof.

• Must have a valid electricity connection in your name.

• Must not have claimed any other solar subsidy previously

• Register on the National Portal for Rooftop Solar.

• Upload your Aadhaar and latest electricity bill.

• Obtain technical feasibility approval from your local DISCOM.

• Install the system through an MNRE-empanelled vendor

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