How to Register on the National Rooftop Solar Portal — solarrooftop.gov.in Guide (2026)
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India has two primary government portals for rooftop solar: pmsuryaghar.gov.in (PM Surya Ghar Yojana, launched 2024) and solarrooftop.gov.in (the older national rooftop solar portal). Understanding which portal to use — and how to navigate them — is essential for both vendors and homeowners in 2026.
💡 Quick Answer: For new residential solar applications with subsidy, use pmsuryaghar.gov.in (PM Surya Ghar). The older solarrooftop.gov.in is now used primarily for commercial/industrial cases and historical tracking. Vendor registration for PM Surya Ghar subsidy is at pmsuryaghar.gov.in.
Understanding the Two National Portals
| Portal | Purpose | Who Should Use |
|---|---|---|
| pmsuryaghar.gov.in | PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana — residential subsidy | Homeowners & residential installers |
| solarrooftop.gov.in | National rooftop solar tracking, C&I sector, state-wise data | Commercial/Industrial applicants, data tracking |
How to Register as a Vendor on pmsuryaghar.gov.in (Recommended)
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Visit pmsuryaghar.gov.in → click "Register as Vendor" button on the homepage.
2
Enter your GSTIN and business details. Your GSTIN will be auto-verified with the GST database. Ensure your GST registration is active and up-to-date.
3
Enter your operating state(s) and select the DISCOM(s) you are registered with. You can serve multiple DISCOMs.
4
Upload documents: electrical contractor licence, business registration, bank account details (cancelled cheque), and project reference. See full checklist at PM Surya Ghar Vendor Registration Guide.
5
Submit and wait for state nodal agency (SNA) verification — typically 7–21 working days.
How Homeowners Apply for Solar on pmsuryaghar.gov.in
- Visit pmsuryaghar.gov.in → "Apply for Rooftop Solar"
- Enter state, DISCOM, and electricity consumer number
- Register with Aadhaar-linked mobile OTP
- Fill in household details and select rooftop type
- Choose an empanelled vendor from the listed vendors in your DISCOM area
- Vendor completes installation; subsidy is auto-processed after DISCOM inspection
As a vendor, ensuring your customers complete this application is essential before you start installation — otherwise subsidy cannot be processed.
How to Track Your Vendor Applications and Subsidy Status
After login at pmsuryaghar.gov.in, your vendor dashboard shows:
- Pending applications assigned to you by customers
- Installation status (pending commissioning / commissioned)
- DISCOM inspection status
- Subsidy disbursement status (pending / released)
- Bank account where subsidy will be credited
Registering on solarrooftop.gov.in (for Commercial/Industrial)
For commercial or industrial solar applications (not covered under PM Surya Ghar residential subsidy), use solarrooftop.gov.in:
- Click "Register" → fill business/organisation details
- Select state and DISCOM
- Submit application for rooftop solar installation
- The portal routes the application to the relevant state nodal agency for further processing
🔗 Related Guides
PM Surya Ghar Vendor Registration DISCOM Documentation Checklist MNRE Certification Subsidy Calculator Register on SolarCalculators.inFrequently Asked Questions
Is solarrooftop.gov.in the same as pmsuryaghar.gov.in?
No. They are different portals. pmsuryaghar.gov.in is for the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (residential subsidy scheme launched 2024). solarrooftop.gov.in is an older national tracking portal primarily used for C&I sector and state-level data. For residential subsidies, always use pmsuryaghar.gov.in.
Can a customer choose their own solar vendor on the portal?
Yes. The PM Surya Ghar portal shows all empanelled vendors in the customer's DISCOM area. Customers can select their preferred vendor. This is why getting empanelled and maintaining good reviews is important for vendor visibility.
What happens if a customer completes installation before registering on the portal?
The customer should ideally register on pmsuryaghar.gov.in before installation begins. Post-installation registrations may be accepted in some states, but there is a risk of subsidy rejection if the process is not followed correctly. Always advise customers to apply before work begins.
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