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PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana - Group Housing Society (GHS) Subsidy

Central capital subsidy of ₹18,000 per kW up to 500 kW (up to ₹90 Lakh) for Group Housing Societies and RWAs to install rooftop solar systems.

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Official Nodal Portal:pmsuryaghar.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–100 yrs💰 No income ceiling⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 All India
Government Levelcentral Government
Administering BodyMinistry of New and Renewable Energy
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Extends massive financial subsidies to Group Housing Societies (GHS) and Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) to solarize common residential infrastructure under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. A central financial assistance (CFA) capital subsidy of ₹18,000 per kW is provided for common area lighting, water pumping, lifts, and shared community facilities, up to an aggregate rooftop solar capacity of 500 kW (including EV charging stations). This translates to a direct non-repayable grant of up to ₹90,00,000 per housing society, dramatically slashing maintenance fees for flat owners and feeding clean solar energy back into the distribution grid.
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PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli — Central DBT Subsidy Slabs

Official MNRE Capital Grant structure credited directly to Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts

UP TO ₹78,000 DBT
1 kW Rooftop Plant
₹30,000

Monthly Savings: ~₹800/mo (120 units/mo)

2 kW Rooftop Plant
₹60,000

Monthly Savings: ~₹1,600/mo (240 units/mo)

3 kW+ Rooftop PlantMax Grant
₹78,000

300 Units Zero Bill (~₹2,500/mo net saving)

2.5-year net investment payback with 25-year panel performance guarantee.Calculate Exact Rooftop Capacity & Bill Cut→

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

Part of ₹75,021 Crore flagship outlay under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 8,500 Group Housing Societies and RWAs approved across India

As of: 2026-01-22PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 100 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:housing society member, apartment owner, resident welfare association
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be an officially registered Group Housing Society (GHS), Apartment Owners Association (AOA), or Resident Welfare Association (RWA) possessing common rooftop rights and a commercial/domestic common area power meter.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana - Group Housing Society (GHS) Subsidy. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(4)

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (3/10)
•100% digital online application process
•4 mandatory supporting documents required
•Specific occupational / categorical conditions apply

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route
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  1. 1

    RWA/GHS passes a general body resolution approving rooftop solar installation and common meter interconnection.

  2. 2

    Register online as a Group Housing Society on the national portal (pmsuryaghar.gov.in).

  3. 3

    Enter DISCOM electricity consumer account number (common meter) and upload society registration certificate.

  4. 4

    Apply for grid feasibility approval through the local distribution utility (DISCOM).

  5. 5

    Select a registered solar EPC vendor from the national portal directory and execute installation.

  6. 6

    DISCOM conducts joint net-metering inspection, commissions the plant, and MNRE credits the subsidy directly into the RWA bank account.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Non-registered housing society, rooftop structural instability, or absence of dedicated common-meter three-phase electrical connections.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

What is the maximum subsidy a housing society can receive?

A housing society can receive ₹18,000 per kW up to a maximum plant capacity of 500 kW, amounting to a subsidy cap of ₹90 Lakh.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can individual flat owners also claim individual rooftop solar subsidies?

Yes, individual flat owners with independent terrace spaces and separate meters can install individual systems and claim ₹30,000 to ₹78,000 subsidies separately.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Are EV charging stations included in the common solar capacity?

Yes, common EV charging stations installed by the society can be integrated under the 500 kW subsidized common solar system.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana - Group Housing Society (GHS) Subsidy?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana - Group Housing Society (GHS) Subsidy. Age: min 18 max 100 years. Conditions: Must be an officially registered Group Housing Society (GHS), Apartment Owners Association (AOA), or Resident Welfare Association (RWA) possessing com.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana - Group Housing Society (GHS) Subsidy application status?

Application status for PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana - Group Housing Society (GHS) Subsidy can typically be tracked through the official portal at pmsuryaghar.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana - Group Housing Society (GHS) Subsidy payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana - Group Housing Society (GHS) Subsidy benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Non-registered housing society, rooftop structural instability, or absence of dedicated common-meter three-phase electrical connections.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typecsOfficial Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana - Group Housing Society (GHS) Subsidy guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Continuous online registration through the PM Surya Ghar national portal

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 7d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🖥Apply Online
Scale & Impact
👥Over 8,500 Group Housing Societies and RWAs approved across India (as of 2026-01-22)
₹Part of ₹75,021 Crore flagship outlay under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana budget allocation
📅Running since 2024
🔄2 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India

Atal Akshay Urja Bhawan, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi 110003

Helpline: 15555

Jurisdiction: National (Central Government)

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-10-12 against official government documentation.

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