What is the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana?
Announced early this year, the PM Surya Ghar scheme is a massive push by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) to solarize over 1 crore households across India. The objective is to drastically reduce electricity bills for the middle class and to provide "Muft Bijli" (free electricity) of up to 300 units per month.
Subsidy Breakdown
The financial assistance is strictly capacity-based. For systems up to 2kW, you receive ₹30,000 per kW. For systems between 2kW and 3kW, you get an additional ₹18,000 for the third kW. The subsidy is capped at a maximum of ₹78,000 for any system 3kW or larger.
How to Apply
The application process is handled exclusively through the National Portal (pmsuryaghar.gov.in). You do not need to visit local government offices. You apply online, select an empaneled vendor, and once the system is installed and the net-meter is commissioned by your DISCOM, the funds are transferred directly via DBT to your bank account.
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