Rooftop Solar Subsidy in Maharashtra
What residential consumers in Maharashtra can claim under PM Surya Ghar, how the application flows through your DISCOM, and what a rooftop system will actually generate at your latitude.
5.2 h
avg. peak sun hours / day
~123
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 Maharashtra. 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) |
Maharashtra State Subsidy — On Top of the Central Amount
As of October 2026, Maharashtra 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 MEDA (Maharashtra Energy Development Agency) or your DISCOM before budgeting. We update these pages as verified schemes change.
State SMART Solar scheme covers only 1 kW for households under 100 units a month
Maharashtra’s Swayampurna Maharashtra Residential Rooftop Solar (SMART) scheme, announced by Government Resolution on 6 October 2025, is for households using under 100 units a month. It is described as covering a 1 kW system (about 120 units a month, estimated cost ₹50,000) with a state amount on top of the central ₹30,000: ₹17,500 for BPL households (95% subsidy in total, consumer pays ₹2,500), ₹15,000 for SC/ST households (90%) and ₹10,000 for other economically weaker households (80%). The reported allocation is ₹330 crore for 2025-26 and ₹325 crore for 2026-27, with MSEDCL as the nodal agency. These figures come from newspaper coverage of the resolution; MahaUrja’s own homepage did not show the scheme when we checked, so confirm eligibility and how to apply with MSEDCL. Households using more than 100 units a month, and larger systems, get the central subsidy only — which is what our headline totals use. The 1 kW price page shows the SMART amounts as a separate scenario.
Checked October 2026 (moderate confidence). Sources: Free Press Journal (SMART scheme) · MahaUrja (MEDA)
Subsidy information verified October 2026. Schemes and amounts change frequently — always confirm with the official state portal or your DISCOM before making a purchase decision.
Net Metering in Maharashtra
Net metering up to 10 kW is fast-tracked; a Grid Support Charge applies above 10 kW
MSEDCL offers net metering with simplified approval for systems up to 10 kW, which are exempt from the Grid Support Charge introduced under MERC’s MYT Order 75 (2025). Larger net-metered systems pay that charge on solar generation (reported at roughly ₹1.40–1.88 per unit in FY 2025-26, rising each year), and it went live once the state’s rooftop capacity crossed 5,000 MW in February 2026. MERC has fixed ₹2.82 per kWh as the purchase rate for surplus electricity from 1 April 2026 under net metering and net billing — well below retail tariffs, so size for self-consumption rather than export. The strictest banking rules (slot-wise, monthly only) apply to commercial and industrial consumers; residential consumers are reported to be exempt.
Based on regulator orders and corroborated reports; rates and limits are revised often — confirm with MSEDCL 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 Maharashtra
Your rooftop application is processed by the DISCOM that serves your connection. In Maharashtra, the principal distribution companies are:
What Will a System Generate in Maharashtra?
At Maharashtra’s typical solar resource of ~5.2 peak sun hours per day and a realistic 78% performance ratio, each kW of rooftop solar produces about 123 units/month (1,480 units/year). A common 3 kW residential system therefore generates roughly 369 units/month — compare that against your electricity bill to gauge coverage.
How to Apply from Maharashtra
- 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 Maharashtra?
- 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 October 2026, Maharashtra has no widely-documented additional state top-up; confirm the latest position with MEDA (Maharashtra Energy Development Agency) before finalising.
- How Much Electricity Will 1 kW of Solar Generate in Maharashtra?
- At roughly 5.2 peak sun hours per day and a typical 78% performance ratio, expect about 123 units per month (≈ 1,480 units per year) per kW of installed capacity.
- What Is the Last Date to Apply for Solar Subsidy in Maharashtra?
- 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 Maharashtra?
- MSEDCL, Adani Electricity (Mumbai), Tata Power (Mumbai), BEST. Applications route through the national PM Surya Ghar portal, which forwards them to your DISCOM for feasibility approval and net metering.
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