Rooftop Solar Subsidy in Karnataka
What residential consumers in Karnataka can claim under PM Surya Ghar, how the application flows through your DISCOM, and what a rooftop system will actually generate at your latitude.
5.4 h
avg. peak sun hours / day
~128
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. No extension has been officially notified; MNRE has indicated the one-crore-household target may fall short by March 2027, which makes an extension plausible but not assured — plan around the published date.
As of October 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 Karnataka. 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) |
Karnataka State Subsidy — On Top of the Central Amount
As of February 2026, Karnataka has no widely-documented additional state top-up beyond the national PM Surya Ghar subsidy — so a 3 kW+ home receives up to ₹78,000. State incentives are announced and revised from time to time; confirm the current position with KREDL or your DISCOM before budgeting. We update these pages as verified schemes change.
KREDLSubsidy information verified February 2026. Schemes and amounts change frequently — always confirm with the official state portal or your DISCOM before making a purchase decision.
Net Metering in Karnataka
New 2026 DSPV regulations — net-metering ceiling reportedly 1 MW; virtual and group net metering enabled
KERC replaced its July 2025 order (valid to 30 June 2026) with the Grid-Interactive Distributed Solar PV Plants Regulations, 2026, covering BESCOM and the state’s other five distribution companies. A June 2026 draft proposed a 500 kW net-metering ceiling and mandatory storage above 10 kW; the final regulations are reported to have raised the ceiling to 1 MW and dropped the storage mandate. We found only one secondary report on the final text, so confirm the exact limits with BESCOM or KERC. Virtual net metering (reported minimum 5 kW, smart meters at both ends) lets housing societies and groups share one plant.
This rule set is new or still being finalised, and our sourcing is thin — treat it as a pointer, not a figure to budget on, and confirm with BESCOM before sizing.
Net-metering information checked October 2026. See how four major states compare in our net metering by state guide, or size your system with the solar ROI calculator.
Electricity Distribution Companies in Karnataka
Your rooftop application is processed by the DISCOM that serves your connection. In Karnataka, the principal distribution companies are:
What Will a System Generate in Karnataka?
At Karnataka’s typical solar resource of ~5.4 peak sun hours per day and a realistic 78% performance ratio, each kW of rooftop solar produces about 128 units/month (1,537 units/year). A common 3 kW residential system therefore generates roughly 384 units/month — compare that against your electricity bill to gauge coverage.
How to Apply from Karnataka
- 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 Karnataka?
- 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. As of February 2026, Karnataka has no widely-documented additional state top-up; confirm the latest position with KREDL before finalising.
- How Much Electricity Will 1 kW of Solar Generate in Karnataka?
- At roughly 5.4 peak sun hours per day and a typical 78% performance ratio, expect about 128 units per month (≈ 1,537 units per year) per kW of installed capacity.
- What Is the Last Date to Apply for Solar Subsidy in Karnataka?
- The central PM Surya Ghar subsidy is sanctioned through 31 March 2027 (as of October 2026); no extension had been officially notified, so apply and get commissioned well before then. Check pmsuryaghar.gov.in for the current position.
- Which DISCOM Handles Rooftop Solar Applications in Karnataka?
- BESCOM, MESCOM, HESCOM, GESCOM, CESC Mysuru. Applications route through the national PM Surya Ghar portal, which forwards them to your DISCOM for feasibility approval and net metering.
Solar Subsidy in Other South India States
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