Rooftop Solar Subsidy in Uttar Pradesh
What residential consumers in Uttar Pradesh can claim under PM Surya Ghar, how the application flows through your DISCOM, and what a rooftop system will actually generate at your latitude.
5 h
avg. peak sun hours / day
~119
units / kW / month
₹78,000
max central subsidy (3 kW+)
PM Surya Ghar subsidy window: 31 March 2027
The ₹78,000 central residential subsidy is sanctioned through the end of FY 2026-27 (31 March 2027). Apply and get commissioned well before this date — an extension is possible but not assured.
As of July 2026 — confirm the current position on pmsuryaghar.gov.in.
Central Subsidy Structure (National)
The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana subsidy is uniform across India, including Uttar Pradesh. It is credited directly to the applicant’s bank account after commissioning and inspection.
| System capacity | Central assistance |
|---|---|
| First 2 kW | ₹30,000 per kW |
| Third kW | ₹18,000 per kW |
| Above 3 kW | No additional central subsidy (max ₹78,000) |
Uttar Pradesh State Subsidy — On Top of the Central Amount
Uttar Pradesh adds
+₹15,000/kW state subsidy (up to ₹30,000)
Uttar Pradesh (via UPNEDA) adds ₹15,000 per kW on top of the central subsidy, capped at ₹30,000 for a residential system. Combined with the central ₹78,000, a 3 kW home can receive up to ₹1,08,000 — among the highest combined subsidies in India. The state share is credited by direct bank transfer after inspection, separately from the central amount.
Subsidy information verified February 2026. Schemes and amounts change frequently — always confirm with the official state portal or your DISCOM before making a purchase decision.
Electricity Distribution Companies in Uttar Pradesh
Your rooftop application is processed by the DISCOM that serves your connection. In Uttar Pradesh, the principal distribution companies are:
What Will a System Generate in Uttar Pradesh?
At Uttar Pradesh’s typical solar resource of ~5 peak sun hours per day and a realistic 78% performance ratio, each kW of rooftop solar produces about 119 units/month (1,424 units/year). A common 3 kW residential system therefore generates roughly 357 units/month — compare that against your electricity bill to gauge coverage.
How to Apply from Uttar Pradesh
- 1Register on the national portal (pmsuryaghar.gov.in) with your electricity consumer number and DISCOM details.
- 2Submit the online application; the DISCOM reviews technical feasibility for your connection.
- 3After feasibility approval, install the system through any registered vendor of your choice.
- 4Apply for net metering; the DISCOM inspects the plant and installs the net meter.
- 5Submit the commissioning report and bank details — the central subsidy is credited directly to your account, typically within 30 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How Much Solar Subsidy Can I Get in Uttar Pradesh?
- Beyond the national PM Surya Ghar subsidy (up to ₹78,000 for a 3 kW+ system), Uttar Pradesh offers an additional state incentive: +₹15,000/kW state subsidy (up to ₹30,000). Uttar Pradesh (via UPNEDA) adds ₹15,000 per kW on top of the central subsidy, capped at ₹30,000 for a residential system. Combined with the central ₹78,000, a 3 kW home can receive up to ₹1,08,000 — among the highest combined subsidies in India. The state share is credited by direct bank transfer after inspection, separately from the central amount. As state schemes change, confirm the current figure with UPNEDA (UP New & Renewable Energy Development Agency) before budgeting (verified February 2026).
- How Much Electricity Will 1 kW of Solar Generate in Uttar Pradesh?
- At roughly 5 peak sun hours per day and a typical 78% performance ratio, expect about 119 units per month (≈ 1,424 units per year) per kW of installed capacity.
- Which DISCOM Handles Rooftop Solar Applications in Uttar Pradesh?
- PuVVNL, MVVNL, DVVNL, PVVNL, KESCO, Noida Power, Torrent Power (Agra). Applications route through the national PM Surya Ghar portal, which forwards them to your DISCOM for feasibility approval and net metering.