Solar Subsidy in Jharkhand
Central PM Surya Ghar + additional state benefits. Total possible subsidy: Significant subsidy for eligible low-income households
Central Subsidy
₹30,000 - ₹78,000
PM Surya Ghar Yojana
State Subsidy
60% for 1-3kW and 80% for 3-10kW (for low-income households with annual income <₹3 lakh)
Solar Potential
4.5-5.2 kWh/m²/day
Per day
Eligibility Criteria
- Residential consumers
- Higher subsidies for households with annual income below ₹3 lakh
- Mandatory installation on plots over 500 sq yards
Additional Benefits
- Higher subsidies for low-income households
- Exemption for solar structures (max 3m) from building height limits
- Jharkhand Solar Policy 2022 valid until 2027
- State targets 4,000 MW solar capacity
Net Metering Policy
Virtual net metering (VNM) and group VNM promoted for grid-connected systems. Gross metering with feed-in-tariff via PPA also available. JREDA handles implementation.
Up to 10 kW for residential
JREDA (Jharkhand Renewable Energy Development Agency)
Electricity DISCOMs
- JBVNL
- JUSNL
Key Cities
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Jharkhand provide additional solar subsidy?+
Yes, Jharkhand provides 60% subsidy for 1-3kW and 80% for 3-10kW systems specifically for low-income households (annual income below ₹3 lakh) under Jharkhand Solar Policy 2022.
What is the net metering policy in Jharkhand?+
Jharkhand promotes virtual net metering (VNM) and group VNM for residential systems. Gross metering with feed-in-tariff via PPA also available through JREDA.
Official Sources
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Information verified as of December 2025. Please confirm with JREDA (Jharkhand Renewable Energy Development Agency) and pmsuryaghar.gov.in before applying.