Solar Energy in Meghalaya: Complete 2026 State Guide
Meghalaya is one of the wettest places on Earth (Mawsynram, Cherrapunji). Despite lower sun hours, Shillong's grid-connected households can still benefit from solar — especially with battery backup for rain-days.
Solar Potential in Meghalaya
Meghalaya receives approximately 3.5 peak sun hours per day on average. A 3 kW rooftop solar system in Meghalaya generates approximately 3,258 units per year and can save ₹1,339/month on your electricity bill at the current MePDCL tariff of ₹5.00/unit.
Estimated payback period: ~6.3 years after PM Surya Ghar subsidy. After payback, you get 20+ years of virtually free electricity.
PM Surya Ghar Subsidy in Meghalaya (2026)
Residents of Meghalaya are fully 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
State subsidy: NE Solar Mission: up to ₹20,000/kW for remote households. Central PM Surya Ghar applies in grid-connected urban areas.
Your DISCOM & Net Metering in Meghalaya
Electricity distribution and solar net metering in Meghalaya is handled by MePDCL (Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation).
- Net metering limit: 100 kW
- Application portal: mepdcl.gov.in
- Solar target for Meghalaya: 200 MW under NE Solar Mission
How to Apply for Solar in Meghalaya
- Register at pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your Aadhaar and consumer number
- Select your DISCOM (MePDCL) in the portal
- Choose an MNRE-empanelled installer from the portal's vendor list
- Get the system installed (typically 2–4 days for 1–5 kW)
- Submit commissioning certificate to MePDCL for net meter installation
- Subsidy credited to your bank account within 30 days of net meter commissioning
Why Go Solar in Meghalaya in 2026?
- 💰 Save ₹1,339/month on your electricity bill
- 🏛️ PM Surya Ghar subsidy up to ₹78,000 — no repayment needed
- ⚡ Net metering — export surplus solar to grid for credits
- 📈 Property value increases 3–5% with solar installation
- 🌿 Reduce CO₂ by ~1.5 tonnes/year per kW installed
- 🔧 25-year warranty on quality solar panels (Waaree, Adani, Tata, Vikram)
Use our Solar Cost Calculator and ROI Calculator to get personalised estimates for your home in Meghalaya.