Maharashtra's Leap Towards Sustainable Living With PM's Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme

Updated: Monday, June 17, 2024, 10:40 [IST]

There is good news for the people of Maharashtra. The Prime Minister's Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme is being run by the Central and Maharashtra governments. Under this scheme, a subsidy is being given to install solar panels on rooftops. Eligible people can get 300 units of free electricity every month.

At the same time, you can earn money by selling surplus electricity to the grid. The objective of this initiative of the Maharashtra government is to help poor and middle-class families reduce their electricity bills. Also, by installing solar panels, families can enjoy free electricity.

Under this scheme, you can install solar panels on your roof and get rid of hefty electricity bills. If you also want to get solar panels installed on your house roof under the PM Surya Free Electricity Scheme, then for this you will have to pay the price according to the kilowatt.

According to the official website, the cost of a 1 kilowatt solar system is Rs 50,000. At the same time, the cost for a 2 kilowatt system is Rs 1 lakh and for a 3 kilowatt system, it is Rs 1.45 lakh. For more than 3 kilowatts, the cost is Rs 45,000 per kilowatt.

Sustainable Living with Surya Ghar Scheme

Significant subsidy is given under this scheme. The subsidy for a 1 kilowatt system is Rs 30,000. The subsidy for a 2 kilowatt system is Rs 60,000 and for a 3 kilowatt system, it is Rs 78,000. The subsidy amount is based on the benchmark price of May 2024.

Under this scheme, a solar panel plant up to 10 kilowatt capacity can be installed.

Solar system capacity	Total cost (Rs.)	Subsidy (Rs.)	Payable amount (Rs.)
1 kilowatt	50,000	30,000	20,000
2 kilowatt	1,00,000	60,000	40,000
3 kilowatt	1,45,000	78,000	67,000
3 kilowatt to 10 kilowatt	45,000 per kilowatt	Maximum 78,000	-

Application Process:

- To apply for the scheme, visit the official website https://www.pmsuryaghar.gov.in/.

- Click on "Apply for Rooftop Solar" on the homepage.

- Select your state and district, then enter your electricity distribution company and consumer account number.

- Fill the registration form, upload the required documents and submit.

Required Documents:

- Applicant's Aadhaar Card

- Permanent Residence Certificate

- Family Ration Card

- Latest Electricity Bill

- Family Income Certificate

- Bank Account Details and Passbook Copy

- Link Mobile Number to Aadhaar

- Passport Size Photo

The Prime Minister's Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme provides substantial benefits to the residents of Maharashtra by reducing electricity costs and promoting renewable energy. The process for applying to the scheme is straightforward, and the subsidies provided can significantly reduce the cost of installation.