Archive · 28 Jul 2026
PM Surya Ghar Scheme Offers Subsidies for Solar Rooftops
The PM Surya Ghar scheme is a new program started by the Indian government to help people save money on their electricity bills.
It gives money to people who install solar panels on their roofs.
The government will pay up to ₹78,000 for a 3 kW system.
This helps people use cleaner energy and spend less on electricity.
You can apply for this scheme online through the official website.
The PM Surya Ghar scheme offers subsidies for installing rooftop solar systems.
Subsidies range from ₹30,000 for a 1 kW system to ₹78,000 for a 3 kW system.
The scheme aims to cover one crore households and reduce electricity bills.
Homeowners can apply online through the official portal at www.pmsuryaghar.gov.in.
The program is designed to promote renewable energy and reduce reliance on the traditional power grid.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the central government of India
- What
- Launch of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
- When
- 2024
- Where
- India
- Why
- To provide affordable, clean energy to residential rooftops and reduce reliance on the traditional power grid.
Pro-Subsidy Advocates
Critics of Government Spending
Government Spending on Subsidies
Pro-Subsidy Advocates
The subsidies are a necessary investment to promote renewable energy and reduce electricity bills for households.
Critics of Government Spending
The subsidies represent a significant financial burden on the government and could be better allocated to other critical areas.
- Launch Year
- 2024
- Initiator
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- Target Households
- One crore
- Maximum Subsidy
- ₹78,000
- Subsidy for 1 kW System
- ₹30,000
- Subsidy for 2 kW System
- ₹60,000
- Subsidy for 3 kW System
- ₹78,000
- Application Portal
- www.pmsuryaghar.gov.in