Verified: December 2025

Solar Subsidy in Gujarat

Central PM Surya Ghar + additional state benefits. Total possible subsidy: Up to ₹98,000 for 3 kW systems (Central + State)

Central Subsidy

₹30,000 - ₹78,000

PM Surya Ghar Yojana

State Subsidy

₹10,000 per kW (maximum ₹20,000 per customer) via GEDA

Solar Potential

5.5-6.0 kWh/m²/day

Per day

Eligibility Criteria

  • Residential consumers with valid DISCOM connection
  • Grid-connected rooftop systems only
  • State subsidy paid by GEDA after installation and commissioning

Additional Benefits

  • State subsidy of ₹10,000/kW (max ₹20,000)
  • Upfront discount credited to installer (simplified process)
  • Revenue generation via net metering export

Net Metering Policy

Net metering with banking facility allowed. Excess energy can be banked and used within the billing cycle. Gujarat Solar Policy 2021 valid until December 31, 2025.

Capacity limit:

Up to 10 kW for residential

State Nodal Agency:

GEDA (Gujarat Energy Development Agency)

Electricity DISCOMs

  • UGVCL
  • PGVCL
  • MGVCL
  • DGVCL
  • Torrent Power

Key Cities

AhmedabadSuratVadodaraRajkotGandhinagarBhavnagar

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Gujarat provide additional solar subsidy?+

Yes, GEDA provides ₹10,000 per kW (maximum ₹20,000 per customer) in addition to central subsidy. This is paid after installation and commissioning.

What is the net metering policy in Gujarat?+

Gujarat offers net metering with banking facility. Excess energy can be banked within the billing cycle under the Gujarat Solar Policy 2021.

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