Rooftop Solar Subsidy in Uttar Pradesh
What residential consumers in Uttar Pradesh 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 h
avg. peak sun hours / day
~119
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 Uttar Pradesh. 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) |
Uttar Pradesh State Subsidy — On Top of the Central Amount
Uttar Pradesh adds
+₹15,000/kW state subsidy (up to ₹30,000)
Uttar Pradesh (via UPNEDA) adds ₹15,000 per kW on top of the central subsidy, capped at ₹30,000 for a residential system. Combined with the central ₹78,000, a 3 kW home can receive up to ₹1,08,000 — among the highest combined subsidies in India. The state share is credited by direct bank transfer after inspection, separately from the central amount.
Possible limit on how many consumers get the state subsidy
Several secondary sources report that the ₹15,000/kW state subsidy applies to the first 1 lakh consumers and is paid on a reimbursement basis after commissioning. UPNEDA’s own pages did not show this when we checked, so we could not confirm either point. If the limit exists, early applicants are more likely to receive it — confirm the current position on the UPNEDA portal before you budget around the state amount.
Checked October 2026 (low confidence). Sources: UPNEDA rooftop solar portal
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 Uttar Pradesh
Net metering up to 100% of sanctioned load; year-end surplus paid at a low regulated rate
UPPCL and the state’s distribution companies use net metering (not gross), with system size capped at 100% of the consumer’s sanctioned connected load — so most homes fall in the 1–10 kW range. The settlement year runs 1 April to 31 March, and surplus left at year-end is paid at a regulator-set rate: ₹2 per unit on the UPNEDA portal, while other recent reports cite an average-power-purchase-cost-linked rate of ₹3–4. Either way it is below the retail tariff, so size for self-consumption. Confirm the current-year rate with UPPCL before using it in a payback calculation.
Based on regulator orders and corroborated reports; rates and limits are revised often — confirm with PuVVNL 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 Uttar Pradesh
Your rooftop application is processed by the DISCOM that serves your connection. In Uttar Pradesh, the principal distribution companies are:
What Will a System Generate in Uttar Pradesh?
At Uttar Pradesh’s typical solar resource of ~5 peak sun hours per day and a realistic 78% performance ratio, each kW of rooftop solar produces about 119 units/month (1,424 units/year). A common 3 kW residential system therefore generates roughly 357 units/month — compare that against your electricity bill to gauge coverage.
How to Apply from Uttar Pradesh
- 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 Uttar Pradesh?
- Beyond the national PM Surya Ghar subsidy (up to ₹78,000 for a 3 kW+ system), Uttar Pradesh offers an additional state incentive: +₹15,000/kW state subsidy (up to ₹30,000). Uttar Pradesh (via UPNEDA) adds ₹15,000 per kW on top of the central subsidy, capped at ₹30,000 for a residential system. Combined with the central ₹78,000, a 3 kW home can receive up to ₹1,08,000 — among the highest combined subsidies in India. The state share is credited by direct bank transfer after inspection, separately from the central amount. As state schemes change, confirm the current figure with UPNEDA (UP New & Renewable Energy Development Agency) before budgeting (verified October 2026).
- How Much Electricity Will 1 kW of Solar Generate in Uttar Pradesh?
- At roughly 5 peak sun hours per day and a typical 78% performance ratio, expect about 119 units per month (≈ 1,424 units per year) per kW of installed capacity.
- What Is the Last Date to Apply for Solar Subsidy in Uttar Pradesh?
- 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. The Uttar Pradesh state top-up runs under its own state rules and may have a different window — confirm with UPNEDA (UP New & Renewable Energy Development Agency). Check pmsuryaghar.gov.in for the current position.
- Which DISCOM Handles Rooftop Solar Applications in Uttar Pradesh?
- PuVVNL, MVVNL, DVVNL, PVVNL, KESCO, Noida Power, Torrent Power (Agra). 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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