Subsidy
PM Surya Ghar Subsidy in West Bengal: A Simple Guide for Homeowners
How much subsidy you get, who is eligible, which documents you need and how the money reaches your bank account.
The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is the Government of India scheme that pays part of the cost of a rooftop solar system for homes. Here is what it means for a family in West Bengal.
How much is the subsidy?
| System size | Central subsidy |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₹30,000 |
| 2 kW | ₹60,000 |
| 3 kW and above | ₹78,000 (maximum) |
The subsidy is calculated as ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW and ₹18,000 for the third kW. Bigger systems still get the ₹78,000 maximum.
Who is eligible?
- An Indian citizen who owns a house with a roof suitable for solar
- A valid electricity connection in your name
- You have not taken any other subsidy for rooftop solar
Documents you usually need
- Latest electricity bill (consumer number)
- Aadhaar card and PAN
- Bank passbook or cancelled cheque
- Photos of the roof
Step by step
- Register on the national portal pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your DISCOM and consumer number.
- Apply for rooftop solar and get feasibility approval from your DISCOM.
- Get the system installed by a registered vendor (like us).
- Apply for the net meter; the DISCOM inspects and installs it.
- After commissioning, submit bank details. The subsidy is credited directly to your account.
As an authorised vendor, Maa Shibani Solar does every one of these steps with you. Rules can change, so always check the official portal for the latest figures.