Verified: December 2025

Solar Subsidy in Goa

Central PM Surya Ghar + additional state benefits. Total possible subsidy: Central ₹78,000 + State 10% (varies by system cost)

Central Subsidy

₹30,000 - ₹78,000

PM Surya Ghar Yojana

State Subsidy

Up to 10% of capital/benchmark cost via GEDA

Solar Potential

5.0-5.5 kWh/m²/day

Per day

Eligibility Criteria

  • Residential consumers with Goa Electricity Dept connection
  • Consuming up to 400 units/month eligible for Goem Vinamulya Vij Yevjan 2024
  • Sufficient roof space for up to 5kW systems

Additional Benefits

  • State subsidy up to 10% of benchmark cost
  • Goem Vinamulya Vij Yevjan 2024 scheme (Rs 35 crore allocated)
  • Target: 50% household rooftop solar coverage within a year
  • Payback period 4-5 years due to high irradiation

Net Metering Policy

Net metering supported for grid-connected rooftop solar. Excess export credited against bills. Fast-tracked approvals via Goa Solar Portal.

Capacity limit:

Up to 90 kW (residential prosumers)

State Nodal Agency:

GEDA (Goa Energy Development Agency)

Electricity DISCOMs

  • Goa Electricity Department

Key Cities

PanajiMargaoVasco da GamaMapusaPonda

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Goa provide additional solar subsidy?+

Yes, GEDA provides up to 10% of capital/benchmark cost as state subsidy for residential prosumers, in addition to central subsidy. Goem Vinamulya Vij Yevjan 2024 scheme targets households consuming up to 400 units/month.

What is the net metering policy in Goa?+

Goa supports net metering for grid-connected rooftop solar via GEDA. Fast-tracked approvals through Goa Solar Portal. Excess generation credited against bills.

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Information verified as of December 2025. Please confirm with GEDA (Goa Energy Development Agency) and pmsuryaghar.gov.in before applying.