Verified: December 2025

Solar Subsidy in Andhra Pradesh

Central PM Surya Ghar subsidy (₹30,000 - ₹78,000) applies in Andhra Pradesh.

Central Subsidy

₹30,000 - ₹78,000

PM Surya Ghar Yojana

State Subsidy

Only central applicable

Solar Potential

5.2-6.0 kWh/m²/day

Per day

Eligibility Criteria

  • Residential consumers with APSPDCL/APCPDCL connection
  • Grid-connected systems using domestic modules
  • Only newly installed systems eligible
  • Extra support available for SC/ST/BPL households

Additional Benefits

  • Free electricity up to 300 units/month for eligible beneficiaries
  • Extra support for SC/ST/BPL households
  • Online monitoring through NREDCAP solar portal
  • Excellent solar potential in AP

Net Metering Policy

Grid-connected systems required for subsidy eligibility. Net metering managed through APSPDCL and APCPDCL. Contact DISCOMs for specific net metering rates.

Capacity limit:

Up to 10 kW for residential

State Nodal Agency:

NREDCAP (New & Renewable Energy Development Corporation of AP)

Electricity DISCOMs

  • APSPDCL
  • APCPDCL

Key Cities

VisakhapatnamVijayawadaGunturTirupatiNelloreKurnool

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Andhra Pradesh provide additional solar subsidy?+

AP does not provide a distinct additional state subsidy for general residential consumers. However, extra support is available for SC/ST/BPL households, and eligible beneficiaries can get free electricity up to 300 units/month.

What is the net metering policy in Andhra Pradesh?+

AP requires grid-connected systems for subsidy eligibility. Net metering is managed through APSPDCL and APCPDCL DISCOMs. Contact your local DISCOM for specific rates and procedures.

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Information verified as of December 2025. Please confirm with NREDCAP (New & Renewable Energy Development Corporation of AP) and pmsuryaghar.gov.in before applying.