Solar Energy in Faridabad: Complete 2026 Guide
Faridabad is Haryana's industrial capital — home to India's largest tractor plant (ESCORTS) and major auto-ancillary factories. Industrial solar under DHBVN's commercial net metering has seen 200% growth since 2024. With electricity tariffs charged by DHBVN at ₹7.50/unit and rising every year, switching to rooftop solar is now the single best financial decision a Faridabad household can make in 2026.
Solar Potential: How Much Can You Generate in Faridabad?
Faridabad receives approximately 5.0 peak sun hours per day (based on MNRE solar radiation data for this region). This means every 1 kW of rooftop solar installed here generates about 1,533 units of electricity per year.
For a typical 3 kW system — the most popular size for a 2–3 BHK home — you can expect:
- ~12.6 units per day on average (higher in summer, lower in monsoon)
- 4,599 units per year
- ₹2,835/month savings on your DHBVN electricity bill
- Payback period: ~3.0 years after PM Surya Ghar subsidy
PM Surya Ghar Subsidy for Faridabad Residents
Residents of Faridabad in Haryana are fully eligible for the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The central government provides a Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) subsidy directly to your bank account:
- Up to 2 kW system: ₹30,000/kW (total ₹60,000 for 2 kW)
- 2 kW to 3 kW: ₹18,000/kW for the additional capacity
- Above 3 kW: No additional central subsidy — but net metering earnings continue
- Maximum central subsidy: ₹78,000 for a 3 kW system
State subsidy note: Haryana offers no separate state top-up. Central PM Surya Ghar applies. DHBVN processes net metering approvals within 30 days under the Haryana Solar Policy 2022.
Cost & Savings Table — Faridabad (2026)
| System Size | Gross Cost | Subsidy | Net Cost | Annual Generation | Monthly Savings | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₹60,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ~1,533 units | ₹945/month | 2.6 yrs |
| 2 kW | ₹120,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ~3,066 units | ₹1,890/month | 2.6 yrs |
| 3 kW | ₹180,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹102,000 | ~4,599 units | ₹2,835/month | 3.0 yrs |
| 5 kW | ₹300,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹222,000 | ~7,665 units | ₹4,725/month | 3.9 yrs |
| 10 kW | ₹600,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹522,000 | ~15,330 units | ₹9,450/month | 4.6 yrs |
* Costs are indicative estimates for Faridabad as of 2026. Actual prices vary by brand (Waaree, Adani, Tata, Vikram). Savings calculated at ₹7.50/unit tariff. Use our cost calculator for personalised estimates.
Your DISCOM: DHBVN
In Faridabad, electricity distribution and net metering for rooftop solar is managed by DHBVN (Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitaran Nigam). Here's what you need to know about solar net metering under DHBVN:
- Net metering limit: up to 500 kW per consumer connection
- Meter type: Bi-directional smart meter (provided and installed by DHBVN)
- Billing cycle: Monthly — excess units exported to grid are credited against your consumption
- Annual settlement: Any remaining credit units are carried forward; some DISCOMs pay a feed-in tariff for net annual export
- Application portal: dhbvn.org.in
Step-by-Step: How to Get Solar in Faridabad
- Check your eligibility: Use our Subsidy Calculator to see the exact PM Surya Ghar amount for your home's load and Haryana location.
- Size your system: Use the Panel Requirement Calculator — enter your monthly bill in units. Most Faridabad households need a 2–4 kW system.
- Register on the National Portal: Go to pmsuryaghar.gov.in, register with your Aadhaar and DHBVN consumer number.
- Choose an MNRE-empanelled installer from the portal's vendor list — do not use non-empanelled vendors as your subsidy will be blocked.
- Get installation done: Typical completion time in Faridabad: 2–4 days for a residential system.
- Submit inspection documents to DHBVN for net meter installation (usually within 15–30 days).
- Receive subsidy: DBT credit directly to your bank account within 30 days of net meter commissioning.
Solar ROI Analysis for Faridabad
Here's a quick back-of-envelope calculation for a typical Faridabad household:
- Monthly electricity bill before solar: ~₹1,875 (250 units/month)
- 3 kW solar system generates ~378 units/month
- Monthly bill after solar: near ₹0 (net metering covers remaining consumption)
- Monthly savings: ₹2,835
- Annual savings: ₹34,020
- 25-year savings (at 5% tariff escalation): ₹893,000+
Want the exact numbers for your home? Use our Solar ROI Calculator and Solar Loan EMI Calculator if you're considering financing.
Nearby Cities Also Exploring Solar
If you found this guide useful, also check our guides for nearby cities: Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad — each with city-specific DISCOM, tariff, and cost data.
For state-level subsidy policy in Haryana, see our Haryana Solar Calculator.