State & Central Solar Subsidy
in Uttar Pradesh
Get both state and central solar subsidies for solar system installation in UP
In Uttar Pradesh, you get financial assistance for rooftop solar panel installation. You can get a portion of your initial investment from the state and central government.
Uttar Pradesh has the highest quarter-on-quarter growth (4040%) in the 2nd quarter of 2024 in terms of open-access solar system installations. In this year, it achieved a 263.7% year on year growth. This is only possible with the state and central solar subsidies available in UP that make the installation more affordable. You can easily get these subsidies if you follow all the guidelines properly.
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How to Apply for Central Solar Subsidy in Uttar Pradesh
If you are planning to install a grid-connected rooftop solar system in Uttar Pradesh and want to benefit from the subsidy, you can apply through the central government’s online portal.
Here’s a simplified guide to help you through the process under the Solar Rooftop Subsidy Yojana:
Step 1: Start by creating an account using your mobile number and email ID.
Step 2: Log in with your credentials and fill out the application form, including your bank account details.
Your application will be forwarded to your local DISCOM company to check the technical feasibility of your rooftop solar system installation. Once your application is reviewed and approved, you will receive a notification via email, and the status will be updated on the portal.
Step 3: After receiving approval, you can install the system by hiring an empanelled vendor.
Step 4: Upload the necessary documents on the portal to initiate the next steps.
Step 5: A DISCOM official will visit your location to inspect the installed system and set up the net metering system.
Once the net metering system is installed and all details are updated on the portal by DISCOM, the subsidy amount will be processed. The subsidy will be credited directly to your bank account within 30 days after installation.
What is the Eligibility Criteria to Get Solar Subsidy in Uttar Pradesh
You must follow all these eligibility checklists to get the state and central solar subsidy in UP:
- Solar System Type
As per the eligibility criteria mentioned by MNRE, you must have to install an on-grid solar power system. If you install an off-grid or hybrid system, you are not eligible.
- DCR Solar Modules
Only the DCR modules included in the ALMM-list are eligible for the subsidy scheme. Therefore, you should not buy non-DCR modules if you want to avail the subsidy benefits.
- MNRE-Registered DISCOM Consumers
Cosumnes who get the electricity supply from an MNRE-registered DISCOM are only eligible for this scheme, you can check the MNRE-registered DISCOM scheme from the below table.
- DISCOM-Registered Solar Installation Partners
Not only the DISCOM, but your solar installers should also have registration with an MNRE-registered DISCOM. Only if you complete the installation process from an empanelled vendor you are eligible.
- Other Requirements For Solar Subsidy UP
These are some general requirements for UP solar subsidy:
- You must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh
- The house owner and the owner of the electricity meter must be the same person.
Which Documents Are Required to Apply for the Solar Subsidy Scheme in UP?
If you are trying to apply for the solar subsidy scheme on the PM Surya Ghar portal, you must have these documents:
- Passport size photograph
- Aadhar Card
- Commissioning Certificate
- Project Details/Documents
- Cancelled Cheque
- Bank Account Details
In some cases, you may have to submit more documents. If so, you have to submit them properly with the concerned authority in the given time.
Solar Subsidy in Uttar Pradesh by UPNEDA
The Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA) provides a state subsidy of Rs. 15,000/kW with a maximum limit of Rs. 30,000 per consumer.
This subsidy is reimbursed after the successful installation of the solar plant. For further details about the disbursement of the state solar subsidy, visit the UPNEDA website.
How to Apply for State Solar Subsidy in Uttar Pradesh
You don’t have to apply for the state subsidy manually. After you receive the Central Financial Assistance (CFA) through the National Portal, UPNEDA will release the state subsidy to you (if eligible).
Solar Pump Subsidy in Uttar Pradesh
The Yogi Adityanath government also provides subsidised solar pumps to over 54,000 farmers in Uttar Pradesh for the year 2024-25 under the PM-KUSUM Scheme. Farmers from all 18 divisions of the state can apply online for these subsidised solar pumps by visiting www.agriculture.up.gov.in and depositing a token amount of Rs. 5000.
How to Get Solar Pump Subsidy in Uttar Pradesh
Step 1: Register as a farmer after visiting the website, http://www.agriculture.up.gov.in
Step 2: Choose the ‘Booking for solar pump on grant’ option to book a grant for a solar pump
Step 3: Make an online token deposit of Rs. 5000 to complete the booking
Step 4: Bookings are processed on a first-come-first-served basis
Solar Subsidy Amount in Uttar Pradesh for Solar Installation
Apart from the state subsidy, the central government also offers additional subsidies under the PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana:
Subsidy for Residential Households:
- Rs. 30,000 for 1 kW
- Rs. 60,000 for 2 kW
- Rs. 78,000 for 3 kW and above
Subsidy for Group Housing Society/Resident Welfare Association (GHS/RWA):
The central government is also offering subsidy of Rs. 18,000 per kW up to a capacity of 500 kW for Group Housing Societies (GHS) and Residents’ Welfare Associations (RWA). This subsidy assumes an allocation limit of 3kW per house.
Solar Panel Installation Cost with Subsidy in Uttar Pradesh
The cost of installing solar panels in Uttar Pradesh can be significantly reduced through the available central and state subsidies.
Below is a table detailing the installation costs, subsidies and effective costs for different capacities of solar panels in the state:
| Solar Capacity | Cost Range (Rs.) | Central Subsidy (Rs.) | State Subsidy (Rs.) | Effective Cost (Rs.) |
| 1 KW | 90,000 – 1,30,000 | 30,000 | 15,000 | 45,000 – 85,000 |
| 2 KW | 1,40,000 – 1,80,000 | 60,000 | 30,000 | 50,000 – 90,000 |
| 3 KW | 1,90,000 – 2,30,000 | 78,000 | 30,000 | 82,000 – 1,22,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
For new solar system installation in UP, you can get both state and central solar subsidies. The state subsidy is Rs. 15,000/kW (capped at Rs. 30,000) and the central subsidy is Rs. 30,000/kW (capped at Rs. 78,000).
The latest solar subsidy available in Uttar Pradesh is PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana and from the state government, you will also receive another one. For updated information, you can visit the national portal for rooftop solar.
Yes. Net metering is essential to get the subsidy as the meter calculates how much you are sending to the power grids and how much electricity your household is consuming. After solar system installation, you have to request your DISCOM for a net meter installation and have to pay the installation fees to them.
After completing all the steps as mentioned above, your subsidy will be credited in your DBT linked bank account in the next 30 days. Based on the state notification, you will receive the subsidy from the state government automatically after getting the central subsidy.