PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana

Empowering Homes with Free Electricity
The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, launched on 15th February 2024 by Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to provide free electricity to 1 crore households across India. Under this scheme, households can install rooftop solar panels with subsidies of up to 40% of total cost. This initiative promotes energy savings, reduces dependency on the grid, and contributes to a greener India.

Benefits of the Scheme

• Free electricity for households (up to 300 units/month).
• Huge savings in government’s electricity costs (₹75,000 Cr/year).
• Encourages use of renewable energy.
• Reduces carbon emissions significantly.

Subsidy Details

Monthly Consumption (Units)	Rooftop Solar Plant Capacity	Subsidy Support
0 - 150	1 – 2 kW	₹30,000 – ₹60,000
150 - 300	2 – 3 kW	₹60,000 – ₹78,000
> 300	Above 3 kW	₹78,000

Eligibility

• Applicant must be an Indian citizen.
• Household must own a rooftop suitable for solar panels.
• Must have a valid electricity connection.
• Should not have availed other solar subsidies earlier.

Application Process

• Visit the official portal and register with state, DISCOM, consumer number, and mobile.
• Login and apply for rooftop solar installation.
• Await feasibility approval from DISCOM.
• Install panels via registered vendors.
• Apply for net meter and inspection.
• Submit commissioning details and bank account info.
• Subsidy credited to bank account within 30 days.

Documents Required

• Proof of identity (Aadhar / PAN / Voter ID).
• Proof of address.
• Recent electricity bill.
• Roof ownership certificate.