State Electricity Distribution Utility · Kerala

Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEB (Kerala))

KSEB manages generation, transmission, and distribution for Kerala. Due to Kerala's non-telescopic tariff structure once consumption exceeds 250 units/month, rooftop solar generates dramatic bill reductions.

KSEB (Kerala) Solar Net Metering Specifications

Service jurisdictionEntire state of Kerala across all 14 districts
Regulatory SERC orderKSERC (Renewable Energy and Net Metering) Regulations
Sanctioned load rooftop capUp to 100% of connected load (1 kW to 1 MW)
Eligible metering modelNet Metering for LT residential consumers
Distribution transformer (DT) loading limitUp to 80% of distribution transformer capacity
Typical net meter approval timeline15 to 20 working days
Sources: State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SERC), KSEB (Kerala) official solar guidelines, National PM Surya Ghar Portal.. How we calculate

KSEB (Kerala) residential electricity tariffs

Higher consumption tiers face steep rates, accelerating solar return on investment.

Monthly consumption slabGrid tariff rate (excl. duty/cess)
0 – 100 units₹3.25–₹4.05 / kWh
101 – 150 units₹4.80 / kWh
151 – 250 units₹6.40–₹7.60 / kWh
Above 250 units₹8.00–₹8.80 / kWh (telescopic ceases)

How to get rooftop solar connected with KSEB (Kerala)

Follow this step-by-step workflow for seamless net meter installation and subsidy disbursement.

1

Step 1

Register on pmsuryaghar.gov.in selecting KSEB as electricity provider.

2

Step 2

KSEB Section Office reviews connected load and issues feasibility approval.

3

Step 3

Approved solar vendor completes mounting and invertor grid-tie connections.

4

Step 4

KSEB Sub-Engineer inspects safety compliance and earthing pit resistance.

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Step 5

Bi-directional net meter installed and billing code updated.

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Frequently asked questions: KSEB (Kerala) solar

What is KSEB's Soura project?+
Soura is KSEB's flagship initiative to commission 1,000 MW of rooftop solar across Kerala, fully aligned with the central PM Surya Ghar scheme.
Does Kerala monsoon drastically reduce solar generation?+
While monsoon months (June-August) see reduced generation, Kerala's intense dry season (December-May) yields over 130–140 units per kW monthly, maintaining strong annual performance (~1,380 units/kW/year).

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