PM Surya Ghar Yojana 2026 Progress Update: 47 Lakh Homes and Counting

📅 September 2, 2026 · ⏱ 6 min read · ✍️ SolarCalculators.in Editorial Team

⚠️ Disclaimer: Figures below are approximate, based on government progress updates as reported through mid-2026, and are subject to change. Always verify current numbers and eligibility on the official pmsuryaghar.gov.in portal.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana — India's flagship rooftop solar subsidy scheme — has crossed a major milestone: more than 47 lakh households have now gone solar under the program, with installations running at a pace of over 3 lakh homes a month. Here's where the scheme stands as of September 2026, what's changed in this year's budget, and how to check your own eligibility.

How Many Households Have Gone Solar So Far?

Milestone	Figure
Households solarised (mid-2026 update)	47+ lakh
Installation pace	3+ lakh systems/month
Interim target	75 lakh households by December 2026
Ultimate scheme goal	1 crore households
Households reporting a ₹0 electricity bill in at least one billing cycle	18.93 lakh+

Figures based on government progress updates as reported by industry publications through mid-2026. The scheme launched in February 2024 with a target of 1 crore rooftop solar installations.

Budget Boost for FY 2026-27

The Union Budget presented on February 1, 2026 allocated ₹22,000 crore to PM Surya Ghar for the FY 2026-27 financial year — up roughly 29% from the ₹17,000 crore revised estimate for the previous year. The increased outlay reflects both the scheme's accelerating installation pace and the government's push toward its December 2026 interim target.

What's the Subsidy Amount?

System Size	Central Subsidy
1 kW	₹30,000
2 kW	₹60,000
3 kW and above	₹78,000 (maximum cap)

Several states layer their own additional subsidy on top of the central amount — in some locations, the combined central + state benefit can cross ₹1 lakh. Use our Solar Subsidy Calculator to see your exact eligible amount based on your state and system size.

Installation Pace Picking Up

The scheme's installation rate has accelerated meaningfully through 2026, now running at more than 3 lakh new systems a month — a pace that would need to be roughly sustained (or increased) for India to hit its interim target of 75 lakh households by December 2026. Beyond the subsidy itself, over 18.93 lakh beneficiaries have already reported a ₹0 electricity bill during at least one billing period after going solar.

How to Check Your Eligibility and Apply

Register on the National Rooftop Solar portal with your electricity consumer number and basic household details.

Apply through your DISCOM for feasibility approval based on your existing electrical connection.

Choose an empanelled vendor and confirm they use ALMM-listed solar panels — this is required for subsidy eligibility.

Complete installation and net-meter setup, followed by DISCOM inspection and commissioning.

Receive your subsidy — credited directly to your bank account after commissioning is confirmed on the portal.

💡 Practical tip: Use our Solar Subsidy Calculator to check your exact central + state subsidy amount before you apply, and our EMI Calculator if you're financing the remainder.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many households have joined PM Surya Ghar so far?

Government updates through mid-2026 put the number at more than 47 lakh households solarised under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, with an interim target of 75 lakh households by December 2026 on the way to the scheme's ultimate goal of 1 crore homes.

How much is the PM Surya Ghar subsidy in 2026?

The central subsidy is up to ₹78,000: ₹30,000 for a 1 kW system, ₹60,000 for 2 kW, and ₹78,000 (the maximum) for 3 kW and above. Several states add their own top-up subsidy on top of the central amount.

What is the budget for PM Surya Ghar in FY 2026-27?

The Union Budget presented February 1, 2026 allocated ₹22,000 crore to the scheme for FY 2026-27, up roughly 29% from the ₹17,000 crore revised estimate for the previous financial year.

How do I apply for the PM Surya Ghar subsidy?

Register on the National Rooftop Solar portal, apply through your electricity distribution company (DISCOM), get your system installed by an empanelled vendor using ALMM-listed panels, complete net-meter installation and inspection, and the subsidy is credited directly to your bank account after commissioning.

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