Solar Subsidy in Jammu & Kashmir
Central PM Surya Ghar + additional state benefits. Total possible subsidy: ₹36,000 (1kW), ₹72,000 (2kW), ₹94,800 (3kW) - Central + UT
Central Subsidy
₹30,000 - ₹78,000
PM Surya Ghar Yojana
State Subsidy
UT top-up of ₹3,000 per kW for systems up to 3kW
Solar Potential
4.5-5.5 kWh/m²/day
Per day
Eligibility Criteria
- Residential consumers in J&K UT
- Grid-connected rooftop systems
- Apply via pmsuryaghar.gov.in with empaneled vendors
Additional Benefits
- UT top-up of ₹3,000/kW (up to 3kW)
- ₹53.53 crore allocated for 85,000 beneficiaries (2024-27)
- Nearly 18,000 systems installed by Dec 2025
- Digital portal for monitoring
Net Metering Policy
Net metering supported. Systems feed excess power to grid via commissioned setups. Managed through J&K Power Distribution Corporations.
Up to 10 kW for residential
JAKEDA (J&K Energy Development Agency) / J&K Power Distribution Corps
Electricity DISCOMs
- JKPDCL (Jammu)
- KPDCL (Kashmir)
Key Cities
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Jammu & Kashmir provide additional solar subsidy?+
Yes, J&K UT provides a top-up subsidy of ₹3,000 per kW for systems up to 3kW, in addition to central subsidy. Total subsidy: ₹36,000 (1kW), ₹72,000 (2kW), ₹94,800 (3kW).
What is the net metering policy in J&K?+
J&K supports net metering for residential rooftop solar. Excess power is fed to the grid. Nearly 18,000 systems installed by December 2025 under PM Surya Ghar.
Official Sources
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Get StartedInformation verified as of December 2025. Please confirm with JAKEDA (J&K Energy Development Agency) / J&K Power Distribution Corps and pmsuryaghar.gov.in before applying.