State-wise Solar Subsidies in India 2025
Besides the central PM Surya Ghar Yojana subsidy, many states offer additional incentives that further reduce your solar installation cost.
Central Government Subsidy (All States)
- Up to 2 kW: ₹30,000 per kW
- 2–3 kW: ₹18,000 per kW (additional)
- Maximum: ₹78,000 per household
- Available via pmsuryaghar.gov.in
State-wise Additional Incentives
Maharashtra
- Additional ₹10,000–₹15,000 for rural households
- MSEDCL simplified net metering approval
- Solar policy target: 7,000 MW by 2025
Gujarat
- One of India's best solar states — strong net metering policy
- State subsidy on top of central for BPL households
- GEDA (Gujarat Energy Development Agency) manages approvals
Rajasthan
- Additional subsidy for farmers: ₹10,000–₹20,000 for agri-solar
- Rajasthan Solar Energy Policy 2019 — generous incentives
- Ideal solar radiation — highest solar potential in India
Karnataka
- KREDL (Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Ltd) manages scheme
- Additional incentives for rural electrification
- Strong net metering policy with good export rates
Delhi
- ₹2/unit generation-based incentive for 5 years (DERC)
- Free net metering connection
- BSES/Tata Power Delhi have strong solar programs
Tamil Nadu
- TANGEDCO manages rooftop solar applications
- Additional ₹20,000 for SC/ST households
- Solar farms integrated with agricultural feeders
How to Claim Both Central + State Subsidies
- Apply on pmsuryaghar.gov.in for central subsidy
- Simultaneously apply on your state's renewable energy agency website
- Use a single MNRE-approved installer who handles both applications
- Submit combined documents for faster processing
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card + PAN card
- Electricity bill (last 3 months)
- Bank passbook copy
- Property ownership documents
- Roof photographs
- Installer's empanelment certificate