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Solar Energy in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu: Complete 2026 UT Guide

This coastal Union Territory, merged from the erstwhile Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu in 2020, has a large concentration of small and medium industries, alongside residential demand — making it a strong market for both rooftop and commercial/industrial solar.

Solar Potential in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu

Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu receives approximately 5-5.5 peak sun hours per day on average, among the more favourable solar resource zones in India. Actual generation depends on your exact location, roof orientation, and shading — use the calculator above for a personalised estimate.

PM Surya Ghar Subsidy in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (2026)

Residents of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu are eligible for the central PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana:

• Up to 2 kW: ₹30,000/kW (total ₹60,000)
• 2–3 kW: ₹18,000/kW for the extra capacity (total ₹78,000 for 3 kW)
• Above 3 kW: No additional central subsidy, but net metering still applies

Central Subsidy Only

Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu follows the standard PM Surya Ghar central subsidy structure (up to ₹78,000 for a 3kW residential system) — the same as most mainland states.

Your DISCOM & Net Metering in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu

Electricity distribution and solar net metering in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu is handled by DNHPDCL (Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Power Distribution Corporation Limited), covering Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman, and Diu.

• Net metering: As per DNHPDCL net metering rules
• Regulator: DNHPDCL / Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the UT
• Tariff note: DNHPDCL's domestic and industrial tariff slabs apply as per its current tariff order. Given the UT's large industrial and MSME base, commercial/industrial tariffs and solar economics can be especially attractive here — check DNHPDCL's current order for exact rates.

How to Apply for Solar in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu

1. Register at pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your Aadhaar and consumer number
2. Select Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu and your DISCOM (DNHPDCL) in the portal
3. Choose an MNRE-empanelled installer from the portal's vendor list
4. Get the system installed
5. Submit the commissioning certificate to DNHPDCL for net meter installation
6. Subsidy is credited to your bank account after net meter commissioning is verified

Why Go Solar in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu in 2026?

• 🏛️ PM Surya Ghar subsidy up to ₹78,000 — no repayment needed
• ⚡ Net metering — export surplus solar to the grid for credits
• 🌿 Reduce CO₂ by ~1.5 tonnes/year per kW installed
• 🔧 25-year warranty on quality solar panels (Waaree, Adani, Tata, Vikram)
• 📈 With its dense industrial base, the UT has significant potential for commercial and industrial rooftop and open-access solar alongside residential adoption.

Use our Solar Cost Calculator and ROI Calculator to get personalised estimates for your home in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.