India’s Rooftop Solar Subsidy Program: 2026 Eligibility and Progress
India’s PM Surya Ghar program provides eligible households with central support of up to ₹78,000 for rooftop solar, with standard aid capped at 3 kW. By August 4, 2026, more than 5.006 million homes had benefited, 14.8 GW had been installed, and ₹28,024 crore in subsidies had been released. The scheme aims to reach one crore households by FY2026–27, though zero electricity bills are not guaranteed year-round.
The programme began in February 2024 with ₹75,021 crore allocated and a goal of covering one crore households by FY2026–27. Its standard residential aid pays ₹30,000 for each of the first two kilowatts and ₹18,000 for a third, so support stops at 3 kW and ₹78,000; some special-category states and UTs can receive up to ₹85,800.
Government figures dated August 4, 2026 show over 5.006 million beneficiary homes, 14.8 GW commissioned and ₹28,024 crore disbursed. About 1.9 million households reported zero bills in at least one billing cycle, though this is not assured all year.
The scheme could ease monthly power costs for participating households and may make rooftop solar more familiar in residential areas. Installers and local suppliers could see steadier demand, while tenants and apartment residents may face practical consent or roof-access hurdles. Because bill elimination is not guaranteed year-round, households may need to weigh installation costs, consumption patterns and export rules before joining. Wider uptake could also influence how communities view decentralised electricity, though outcomes may vary by state, roof type and household income.