8kW Solar Panel Price & Subsidy

Everything you need to know about setting up a 8kW solar system.

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Total Cost (Approx): ₹400,000
Govt. Subsidy: ₹78,000
Your Investment: ₹322,000*
Estimated EMI (5yr): ₹7,163

*Prices may vary based on component quality and installation state.

Daily Generation
32-40
Units / Day (Avg)
Monthly Savings
₹8,640
@ ₹8/unit bill
⚡ What this runs:

Multiple ACs, Geysers, Heavy appliances like Induction Cooktops and Pumps. Ideal for large families.

8kW Solar Panel Price by State (2026) — With Subsidy

A 8kW system qualifies for the ₹78,000 PM Surya Ghar central subsidy in most states; hill, North-East and island states get 10% more (₹85,800, shown in the table below). The only state top-up is Uttar Pradesh, which layers on its own top-up subsidy (₹15,000/kW, capped ₹30,000) on top of the central amount. Click your state below for its full subsidy guide, application steps, and local DISCOM contact.

Prices below are for a standard 8kW system. For your own roof and bill, our free solar calculator works out the right size, cost after subsidy and payback.

StateDISCOMGross PriceSubsidyNet Price
Andhra PradeshAPEPDCL/APCPDCL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
Arunachal PradeshDept. of Power₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
AssamAPDCL₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
BiharNBPDCL/SBPDCL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
ChandigarhCPDL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
ChhattisgarhCSPDCL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
DelhiBSES/TPDDL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
GoaGoa Electricity Dept₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
GujaratGUVNL/DISCOMs₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
HaryanaDHBVN/UHBVN₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
Himachal PradeshHPSEBL₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
Jammu and KashmirJPDCL/KPDCL₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
JharkhandJBVNL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
KarnatakaBESCOM/MESCOM/HESCOM₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
KeralaKSEB₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
Madhya PradeshMPMKVVCL/MPWZ/MPEZ₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
MaharashtraMSEDCL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
ManipurMSPDCL₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
MeghalayaMeECL₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
MizoramPower & Electricity Dept₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
NagalandDept. of Power₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
OdishaTPCODL/TPNODL/TPWODL/TPSODL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
PuducherryPED (Electricity Dept)₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
PunjabPSPCL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
RajasthanJVVNL/AVVNL/JDVVNL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
SikkimEnergy & Power Dept₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
Tamil NaduTNPDCL (formerly TANGEDCO)₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
TelanganaTGSPDCL/TGNPDCL₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000
TripuraTSECL₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
Uttar PradeshPVVNL/MVVNL/DVVNL/PUVVNL₹400,000−₹108,000*₹292,000
UttarakhandUPCL₹400,000−₹85,800₹314,200
West BengalWBSEDCL/CESC₹400,000−₹78,000₹322,000

*Uttar Pradesh total subsidy = ₹78,000 central (PM Surya Ghar) + ₹30,000 state top-up. Prices are estimates — actual quotes vary by installer, brand, and roof condition. Get a free, no-obligation quote from verified local installers below.

Frequently Asked Questions — 8kW Solar System

What is the price of a 8kW solar system in India in 2026?
A 8kW solar system costs approximately ₹4.00 lakh before subsidy. After the PM Surya Ghar subsidy of ₹78,000, the net cost is ₹3.22 lakh.
How many solar panels are needed for a 8kW system?
A 8kW solar system typically requires 20–24 solar panels of 400W–550W capacity.
How many units does a 8kW solar system generate per day?
A 8kW system generates approximately 32–36 units (kWh) per day under Indian sunlight conditions, producing 960–1,080 units per month.
What is the payback period for a 8kW solar system?
The payback period for a 8kW solar system in India is typically 5–6 years, depending on local electricity tariff and sunlight hours.
Am I eligible for PM Surya Ghar subsidy on a 8kW system?
Yes, residential rooftop systems up to 3kW qualify for the maximum PM Surya Ghar subsidy of ₹78,000. For 8kW systems, a subsidy of ₹78,000 applies.

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