Rooftop Solar Subsidy in Andaman & Nicobar
What residential consumers in Andaman & Nicobar can claim under PM Surya Ghar, how the application flows through your DISCOM, and what a rooftop system will actually generate at your latitude.
4.8 h
avg. peak sun hours / day
~114
units / kW / month
₹78,000
max central subsidy (3 kW+)
Central Subsidy Structure (National)
The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana subsidy is uniform across India, including Andaman & Nicobar. 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) |
Some states announce additional top-up incentives or concessional terms from time to time. These change frequently — verify the current position for Andaman & Nicobar with your DISCOM or the national portal before finalising budgets.
Electricity Distribution Companies in Andaman & Nicobar
Your rooftop application is processed by the DISCOM that serves your connection. In Andaman & Nicobar, the principal distribution company is:
What Will a System Generate in Andaman & Nicobar?
At Andaman & Nicobar’s typical solar resource of ~4.8 peak sun hours per day and a realistic 78% performance ratio, each kW of rooftop solar produces about 114 units/month (1,367 units/year). A common 3 kW residential system therefore generates roughly 342 units/month — compare that against your electricity bill to gauge coverage.
How to Apply from Andaman & Nicobar
- 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 Andaman & Nicobar?
- The central PM Surya Ghar subsidy is the same nationwide: ₹30,000/kW for the first 2 kW and ₹18,000 for the third kW — up to ₹78,000 for a 3 kW+ residential system. Some states offer additional top-ups or concessions; confirm the current position with your DISCOM (A&N Electricity Department).
- How Much Electricity Will 1 kW of Solar Generate in Andaman & Nicobar?
- At roughly 4.8 peak sun hours per day and a typical 78% performance ratio, expect about 114 units per month (≈ 1,367 units per year) per kW of installed capacity.
- Which DISCOM Handles Rooftop Solar Applications in Andaman & Nicobar?
- A&N Electricity Department. Applications route through the national PM Surya Ghar portal, which forwards them to your DISCOM for feasibility approval and net metering.