Overview: Solar Subsidies in Assam
Under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, residential electricity consumers in Assam receive up to **₹1,30,800 in total financial subsidies** when installing rooftop solar panels. This subsidy combines the Central Financial Assistance (CFA) provided by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) with the State Top-Up Subsidy provided by the Government of Assam.
Subsidy Amounts by System Size
| System Sizing | Central Subsidy | Assam State Subsidy | Total Combined Subsidy | Net Payable (3kW Example) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kW Solar | ₹30,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹45,000 | Approx. ₹25,000 |
| 2 kW Solar | ₹60,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹90,000 | Approx. ₹45,000 |
| 3 kW Solar | ₹78,000 + ₹7,800 | ₹45,000 | ₹1,30,800 | ₹59,200 |
| 5 kW - 10 kW | ₹78,000 (Capped) | ₹45,000 (Capped) | ₹1,30,800 | Approx. ₹1,94,200 (5kW) |
Eligibility & Document Requirements
- Aadhaar Card: Must belong to the APDCL electricity bill holder.
- APDCL Electricity Bill: Latest bill copy with matching name and address.
- Bank Passbook: Aadhaar-linked bank account for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) subsidy disbursement.
- Property Ownership: Rooftop permission or ownership documents.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Register on the official PM Surya Ghar portal selecting APDCL as your electricity distribution company.
- Select an empanelled vendor such as Solar Assam for system design and installation.
- Complete solar installation with ALMM/DCR compliant solar panels.
- Complete APDCL inspection and net meter replacement.
- Receive the ₹1,30,800 subsidy directly in your bank account within 30 days of commissioning.