DGVCL Unit Rate 2026 — Per Unit Price & Solar Export Rate (Surat)

⚠️ Disclaimer: Tariff rates and export prices are indicative as of October 2026 and subject to change per SERC/CERC orders. Always verify current rates at dgvcl.com before making financial decisions. Rates change annually.

DGVCL unit rate 2026 — quick answer: the residential (RGP) energy charge is ₹3.05 to ₹5.20 per unit depending on your monthly use. Your bill also adds a fuel and power purchase surcharge (FPPAS) of roughly ₹2.5–₹3.5 per unit, a fixed charge and electricity duty, so most Surat homes pay about ₹6–₹8 per unit all-in. Rooftop solar exported under net metering is credited at about ₹2.25 per unit.

DGVCL Electricity Tariff Slabs 2026

Residential (RGP, urban) energy charges under the GERC tariff schedule. FPPAS, fixed charges and electricity duty are added on top; rural (RGP-rural) and BPL rates are lower. Commercial and industrial tariffs differ.

Monthly consumption (RGP urban)	Energy charge per unit
First 50 units	₹3.05/unit
51–100 units	₹3.50/unit
101–250 units	₹4.15/unit
Above 250 units	₹5.20/unit
FPPAS (fuel surcharge, all units)	about ₹2.5–₹3.5/unit (revised every quarter)

DGVCL Solar Net Metering — Export Rate

Under net metering, DGVCL consumers with rooftop solar systems can export surplus electricity to the grid and receive credit at the applicable tariff rate. The solar export price for DGVCL is approximately ₹2.25/unit (indicative; set by GERC — varies by agreement type), as per the latest order from the state electricity regulatory commission.

Net metering settlement in Gujarat (South) is done monthly — excess export units are credited at the export rate, and any net import is billed at the prevailing import tariff. Annual settlement of any remaining export credit varies by DISCOM policy.

How Solar Saves Money Under DGVCL Tariffs

For a household consuming 300–400 units per month in DGVCL area, a 3 kW solar system can offset 300–360 units per month (25 kWh/day average). At current DGVCL tariffs, this typically saves ₹1,500–₹3,500/month on the electricity bill, depending on consumption pattern and time of generation.

Use our solar cost calculator and ROI calculator to estimate your exact savings based on your monthly bill.

PM Surya Ghar Subsidy for DGVCL Consumers

Residential consumers in DGVCL areas are eligible for PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana subsidy: ₹78,000 central (PM Surya Ghar); Gujarat's earlier Surya Gujarat state top-up has ended. To avail the subsidy:

Apply at pmsuryaghar.gov.in
Select an MNRE-empanelled installer from your DISCOM area
Complete installation; installer files net metering application with DGVCL
After DISCOM inspection and net meter installation, subsidy is credited to your bank account

Serving customers in Surat, Valsad, Navsari, Dang, Tapi, Bharuch (partial) and surrounding districts.

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Documents for DGVCL Net Metering Application

Last 3 months electricity bill (showing DGVCL consumer number)
Load sanction / connection letter
Solar system single-line diagram (SLD) — signed by licensed electrical engineer
Inverter test certificate (IEC 61727 / IS 16221)
Solar panel IEC certificate (IEC 61215, IEC 61730)
MNRE-empanelled installer's electrical contractor licence copy
GST invoice for solar system
Geo-tagged site photographs
ID proof of electricity consumer

See our complete DISCOM net metering documentation guide for the full state-wise checklist.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DGVCL per unit rate in Surat in 2026?

DGVCL residential (RGP urban) energy charges in 2026 are ₹3.05/unit for the first 50 units, ₹3.50 for 51–100, ₹4.15 for 101–250 and ₹5.20 above 250 units. A fuel surcharge (FPPAS) of roughly ₹2.5–₹3.5/unit, fixed charges and duty are added, so the all-in cost is usually about ₹6–₹8 per unit.

What is the DGVCL solar export price for net metering in Gujarat?

DGVCL pays approximately ₹2.25 per unit for solar energy exported under the net metering scheme, as per GERC tariff orders. The exact rate depends on your agreement type and may differ for gross metering vs net metering. Verify at the Gujarat Energy Development Agency (geda.gujarat.gov.in).

How to apply for solar net metering under DGVCL?

Visit dgvcl.com → Online Services → Net Metering. Required documents: electricity bill, load sanction certificate, solar SLD signed by electrical engineer, inverter & panel IEC certificates, MNRE-approved installer licence, and GST invoice. DGVCL is generally one of the faster DISCOMs — typically 15–30 days for approval.

Is net metering available for DGVCL commercial consumers in Surat?

Yes. DGVCL allows net metering for commercial consumers in the LT category. The commercial export rate and billing mechanism may differ from the residential rate. Verify at dgvcl.com or the Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) website.

What is the DGVCL rooftop solar system size limit?

DGVCL typically allows rooftop solar up to the consumer's sanctioned load (1:1 ratio). For systems exceeding sanctioned load, a load enhancement application is required first. Check geda.gujarat.gov.in for DGVCL-specific limits under the Surya Gujarat scheme.

Can I apply for PM Surya Ghar subsidy as a DGVCL consumer?

Yes. DGVCL consumers in Surat, Valsad, Navsari, and surrounding areas are eligible for PM Surya Ghar subsidy. Apply at pmsuryaghar.gov.in, select a DGVCL-area MNRE installer. Gujarat also has the Surya Gujarat state scheme — check geda.gujarat.gov.in for state-level incentives on top of the central subsidy.

DGVCL Unit Rate 2026 — Per Unit Price & Solar Net Metering (Surat, Gujarat)