Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
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May 2, 2025

Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana

Free electricity scheme is a government scheme which aims to provide free electricity to every household in India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched this Surya Ghar free electricity scheme on 15th February 2024. Last date to apply for this scheme will be 30th April 2025*.

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PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme Amount?

PM Surya Ghar free electricity scheme offers a subsidy amount of INR 30,000 for installing rooftop solar panels. The subsidy will be provided on the basis of the per kilowatt kW (kilowatt) system installed on the rooftop. For an additional 3 kW system the limit will be INR 18,000.

Subsidy Details:

  • People who will install a 1 kW system will get INR 30,000.

  • People who will install a 2 kW system will get INR 60,000 (30,000 x 2).

  • People with a 3 kW system will get a subsidy of INR 78,000.

  • For systems having capacity of more than 3 kW, the total subsidy will be limited to INR 78,000.

Eligibility for PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme

It is mandatory to be eligible for this scheme. The following list if the eligibility requirement for PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana:

  • People born in India are eligible for this scheme.

  • Person should be at least 18 years old to register for this scheme.

  • People from the middle class and poor class will be prioritized for this scheme.

  • People from any caste can apply for this scheme.

  • It is required for people to link their aadhar card to their bank account to join in the scheme.

PM Surya Ghar Yojana Online Apply

Below are some simple steps mentioned for people who want to apply for PM Surya Ghar Electricity Scheme:

  1. Visit the official portal of the PM Surya Free Electricity.

  2. Click on the ‘Apply Now’ Button.

  3. Select your city to start registration.

  4. Fill out the registration form carefully.

  5. Upload the required documents.

  6. Re-check the registration form before submitting.

  7. Submit the registration form.

Required Documents for PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme

People should have the following documents as they are required to apply for the registration.

  • Aadhar Card

  • Bank Passbook

  • Mobile Number

  • Certificate of Income

  • Domicile Certificate

  • Ration Card

  • Electricity Bill

  • Passport Size Photo

  • Affidavit