Additional State Subsidies (14 States)
Remaining 22 states/UTs have only central subsidy.
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Check EligibilitySolar Subsidy — Frequently Asked Questions
Q.How much solar subsidy can I get in India in 2026?
Up to ₹78,000 central (PM Surya Ghar) + state top-ups (e.g., ₹17,000 in Rajasthan).
In 2026, the maximum **central subsidy** under PM Surya Ghar is ₹78,000 for residential systems 3 kW and above. **State top-ups** vary: Rajasthan (RREC) ₹17,000 up to 3 kW, Gujarat extra ₹6,000–₹10,000 depending on slab, Maharashtra MEDA ₹5,000–₹10,000. Combined Maximum: ₹78,000 + ₹17,000 = **₹95,000** in Rajasthan.
Q.Are solar subsidies only for residential or also commercial?
PM Surya Ghar is residential-only. Commercial gets accelerated depreciation + SECI tenders.
PM Surya Ghar Yojana covers only residential rooftop solar. Commercial/industrial customers are eligible for: (1) Accelerated Depreciation (40% in year 1) under Income Tax Act, (2) SECI / MNRE commercial rooftop solar tenders with feed-in tariffs, (3) state-specific industrial solar incentives. Different application portals.
Q.Which Indian states give the highest solar subsidy in 2026?
Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra offer the highest combined central + state subsidies.
**Top 5 states** by combined subsidy (Feb 2026): (1) Rajasthan ₹95,000 (₹78k + ₹17k RREC), (2) Gujarat ₹88,000 (₹78k + ₹10k), (3) Maharashtra ₹88,000 (₹78k + ₹10k MEDA), (4) Tamil Nadu ₹84,000 (₹78k + ₹6k), (5) Karnataka ₹83,000 (₹78k + ₹5k). Many other states give ₹78k only. Bihar, UP, MP plan top-ups under their 2026 budget.
Q.How do I claim solar subsidy step by step?
Apply on pmsuryaghar.gov.in → choose MNRE vendor → install → DISCOM inspection → subsidy in bank.
Step 1: Register on **pmsuryaghar.gov.in** with Aadhaar + electricity connection. Step 2: Choose vendor from MNRE empanelled list for your state. Step 3: Vendor installs system (3–7 days). Step 4: DISCOM (e.g., JVVNL in Jaipur) does net-metering inspection. Step 5: Subsidy credited to Aadhaar-linked bank account in 30–45 days. State top-up follows in another 30–60 days through state nodal agency.
Q.Is the solar subsidy taxable?
No — central PM Surya Ghar subsidy is fully tax-exempt for residential customers.
The ₹78,000 PM Surya Ghar central subsidy is **fully tax-exempt** for residential customers under the Income Tax Act. State top-ups (RREC, MEDA, etc.) are also tax-exempt. The solar electricity you generate and consume is not taxable. If you EXPORT excess to the grid under net-metering, the bill credit is not income — it offsets your consumption.
Sources & Verification
Every claim on this page is verified against the official sources below. Last verified: April 2026.
- MNRE — Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Official MNRE portal — scheme guidelines, ALMM list, policy notifications
- PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana — National Portal
Official application & subsidy disbursement portal
- ALMM — Approved List of Models & Manufacturers
MNRE-approved solar PV modules eligible for subsidy
- SBI Surya Ghar Loan
Official SBI page for PM Surya Ghar collateral-free loan up to ₹2 lakh
- PM Surya Ghar Vendor List
State-wise empanelled installer list
Disclaimer: PM Solar is an independent NGO, not a government body. For official applications and final subsidy amounts, please refer to the government portals linked above.