To reduce the pollution of non-renewable energy sources, the government is shifting towards renewable energy sources. Solar energy is the most reliable energy source among them. Different states are also joining the central government to boost the demand among house owners.
Solar energy not only helps to reduce pollution but also helps to save the electricity bills of households. In UP, you can avail solar panel subsidy in Uttar Pradesh from both the central and state governments. There is a massive potential for generating solar electricity in this state which stands at 22.83 GWp.
In this blog, you will learn important information regarding the solar subsidy schemes available in Uttar Pradesh. Let’s get started.
Both the central and state governments provide subsidies on solar panel prices in Uttar Pradesh.
Under the central government’s PM Surya Ghar scheme, you can get a subsidy of up to Rs. 78,000 for installing a solar system. On the other hand, the state government provides a subsidy of up to Rs. 30,000 per consumer.
The Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA) provides this state subsidy.
Here’s a tabular representation of the solar subsidy in Uttar Pradesh:
|
Capacity of the Solar System |
Central Subsidy |
State Subsidy |
Total Subsidy |
|
1 kW |
Rs. 30,000 |
Rs. 15,000 |
Rs. 45,000 |
|
2 kW |
Rs. 60,000 |
Rs. 30,000 |
Rs. 90,000 |
|
3 kW and above |
Rs. 78,000 |
Rs. 30,000 |
Rs. 1,08,000 |
Here’s how much solar systems in UP cost before and after the solar subsidy in Uttar Pradesh:
| Capacity of Solar System | Approximate Price | Subsidy Applicable | Cost After Subsidy |
| 1 kW | Rs. 75,000 – Rs. 85,000 | Rs. 45,000 | Rs. 30,000 – Rs. 40,000 |
| 2 kW | Rs. 1,50,000 – Rs. 1,70,000 | Rs. 90,000 | Rs. 60,000 – Rs. 80,000 |
| 3 kW | Rs. 1,89,000 – Rs. 2,15,000 | Rs. 1,08,000 | Rs. 81,000 – Rs. 1,07,000 |
| 4 kW | Rs. 2,52,000 – Rs. 2,85,600 | Rs. 1,08,000 | Rs. 1,44,000 – Rs. 1,77,600 |
| 5 kW | Rs. 3,15,000 – Rs. 3,57,000 | Rs. 1,08,000 | Rs. 2,07,000 – Rs. 2,49,000 |
| 10 kW | Rs. 5,31,000 – Rs. 6,07,000 | Rs. 1,08,000 | Rs. 4,23,000 – Rs. 4,99,000 |
There are no specific guidelines for the state and central subsidy in UP. When you receive the central subsidy, you will also receive the state subsidy automatically within some days. The following are the eligibility criteria for the subsidy on solar panel in UP:
1. Solar Panels Must be DCR-Certified and ALMM-listed
The solar panels you install must fulfil the Domestic Content Requirement (DCR) and be listed in the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM).
For a solar panel to be DCR-certified all its components, including the solar cells, must be made in India. On the other hand, the ALMM is brought out by the MNRE. It is a list of solar panel models and manufacturers approved by the government for implementing government schemes. You can find the list of ALMM-listed models on the MNRE’s website.
2. Installation of On-Grid Solar System
The solar subsidy in Uttar Pradesh is available only for on-grid solar systems. Thus, to be eligible for the subsidy, the solar system must be connected to the DISCOM’s grid.
3. DISCOM Must be Part of the PM Surya Ghar Scheme
Your DISCOM must be listed on the PM Surya Ghar portal for you to be eligible for the solar scheme in UP. In Uttar Pradesh, the following DISCOMS are currently part of the PM Surya Ghar scheme:
4. DISCOM-Empanelment of Vendor
The vendor who installs your solar system must be enlisted with a DISCOM listed on the PM Surya Ghar portal. You can visit the PM Surya Ghar portal to find which vendors are empanelled with your DISCOM.
You will get the state subsidy, only after getting the PM Surya Ghar subsidy. There is no need to separately apply for the state subsidy. Thus, we will only discuss how to apply for the central subsidy.
You can follow the following steps to apply for the rooftop solar panel subsidy in UP:
1. Go to the PM Surya Ghar scheme website.
2. Click on ‘Apply for Rooftop Solar’.
3. Click on the “Registration” tab.
4. Fill in the name of your state, district, DISCOM, consumer account number, captcha code, and mobile number to finish your registration.
5. In the “Login” tab, enter your registered mobile number and the captcha code.
6. Fill in the required details in the online application form.
7. Your DISCOM will verify your application and issue a feasibility approval for installation.
8. Now you need to contact a DISCOM-empanelled vendor to install the solar system.
9. Apply to your DISCOM for installing a net metering connection.
10. The DISCOM will install and inspect the net meter
11. Once the inspection is complete, the DISCOM will generate a commissioning certificate from the PM Surya Ghar portal.
12. Once you get the commissioning certificate, submit your bank details and a cancelled cheque through the PM Surya Ghar portal.
In 30 days, the subsidy will be transferred to your bank account.
Once you receive the PM Surya Ghar subsidy, the UPNEDA will transfer the state subsidy to your bank account.
Installing solar panels comes with numerous benefits, especially when financial subsidies are available. Here’s a breakdown of the key advantages:
The UP government unveiled the “Uttar Pradesh Solar Energy Policy 2022” to promote the adoption of solar energy. Its major aspects are:
In short, solar energy offer a win-win situation for your wallet and the environment. The subsidies make them even more attractive. Now, it’s a great time to make the switch.
While the PM Surya Ghar Yojana and the solar panel subsidy in Uttar Pradesh are focused on residential customers, we at Sunsure have taken up the responsibility to provide renewable energy to India’s commercial and industrial (C&I) sectors.
We have served over 70 industrial customers and commissioned more than 600 MW of renewable energy projects. As one of India’s leading Independent Power Producers (IPPs), we have over 4.1 GW of renewable energy projects in the pipeline.
Our services can reduce electricity bills by up to 50%. On top of that, we take care of all maintenance needs so that the customer does not face any hassles.
The state government provides a subsidy of Rs. 15,000/kW up to Rs. 30,000 per consumer. Apart from that, you can get up to Rs. 78,000 under the PM Surya Ghar scheme.
The solar system must be eligible for the PM Surya Ghar subsidy to be eligible for the state subsidy. To be eligible for the PM Surya Ghar scheme, you must install DCR-certified and ALMM-listed solar panels. The vendor who installs the solar system must be empanelled with your DISCOM.
Depending on the capacity of the solar system, the cost of your solar system can fall by up to Rs. 1,08,000 due to the solar system subsidy in UP.
