PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
Everything you need to know about the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) solar subsidy for residential homeowners in Raipur and Chhattisgarh.
How Much Subsidy Will You Receive?
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) provides direct subsidies into your bank account based on sanctioned inverter capacity.
| Capacity | Central Subsidy (DBT) | Monthly Generation | Estimated Total Cost | Net Cost After Subsidy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kW | ₹30,000 | 120 - 150 units | ₹65,000 - ₹75,000 | ~₹35,000 - ₹45,000 |
| 2 kW | ₹60,000 | 240 - 300 units | ₹1,25,000 - ₹1,45,000 | ~₹65,000 - ₹85,000 |
| 3 kW (Most Popular) | ₹78,000 (Max Central) | 360 - 450 units | ₹1,85,000 - ₹2,10,000 | ~₹1,07,000 - ₹1,32,000 |
| 4 kW to 10 kW | ₹78,000 (Capped at 3kW) | 480 - 1200+ units | Custom EPC Quote | Total minus ₹78,000 |
| Group Housing (GHS/RWA) | ₹18,000 per kW (up to 500 kW) | Common area loads | Custom EPC Quote | Societies & Apartments |
Subsidy eligibility, disbursement timelines, and final sanctioned amounts are governed exclusively by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and National Portal policies, subject to CSPDCL technical feasibility approvals. All pricing and cost estimates are indicative. AARKONIC POWER handles full technical compliance, portal documentation, and discom coordination on your behalf.
Eligibility Criteria
- Residential consumer with an active domestic CSPDCL electricity connection
- Adequate shadow-free rooftop terrace (minimum 80 sq. ft. per kW)
- Bank account seeded with Aadhaar in the name of the electricity consumer for DBT
- Installation of MNRE-approved Tier-1 DCR (Domestic Content Requirement) solar modules
- Installation executed by a registered, empaneled solar EPC like AARKONIC POWER
Documents Required for Application
- Latest CSPDCL Electricity Bill (showing Consumer Number / BP No.)
- Aadhaar Card of the electricity bill account holder
- Cancelled Cheque or Bank Passbook copy (matching account holder's name)
- Rooftop photograph / site layout
- Passport size photograph of the applicant
Check Your Subsidy Eligibility & Book Site Survey
We verify your CSPDCL consumer number on the National Portal and check your substation transformer capacity.