PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana)

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is a Central Government Scheme that aims to provide free electricity to one crore households in India, who opt to install rooftop solar electricity units. By providing free electricity and substantial subsidies for solar panel installations, the scheme not only relieves financial burdens on households but also advances environmental conservation efforts. The scheme holds the promise of driving socio-economic development while forwarding India towards a cleaner and eco-friendly future.

PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana): About

The government’s goal behind launching the PM Surya Ghar scheme is to light up 1 crore houses in the country by providing free electricity. The central government will invest more than Rs 75,000 crore in this upcoming project. Under this scheme, solar panels will be installed in individual’s homes, which will help them in providing the benefit of free electricity for up to 300 units.

PM Narendra Modi posted on the X :

“In order to further sustainable development and people’s wellbeing, we are launching the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. This project, with an investment of over Rs. 75,000 crores, aims to light up 1 crore households by providing up to 300 units of free electricity every month.” – Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) 13th February 2024

PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana): Overview

About the launch of the scheme	The Ministry Of New and Renewable Energy has introduced a new scheme i.e. Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana focuses on providing free electricity and bringing down the electricity bill of the household in India. The free electricity scheme was earlier announced by the Finance Minister of India Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman in her interim budget speech on 1st February 2024.
Launch Date	Prime Minister Sri Narendra Modi launched this scheme on 15th February 2024.
Beneficiary	Citizens of India
Process	Online process. Visit the site https://pmsuryaghar.gov.in/

PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana): Eligibility

• The beneficiary should be an Indian Citizen.
• The household must own a house with a roof that is suitable for installing solar panels.
• Annual family income should not exceed Rs 1.5 lakh, ensuring that the scheme targets economically disadvantaged households.
• The beneficiary must have a valid electricity connection.
• Families with government employees are not eligible for the scheme, to ensure equality in the distribution of benefits.
• The beneficiary should not have availed of any other subsidy for solar panels.
• An Aadhar card linked to the bank account is mandatory to facilitate direct subsidy transfers.

PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana): Documents Required

Applicants need to submit the following documents to avail themselves of the scheme’s benefits:

• Proof of identity and residence (Aadhar card,Pan card ,Ration card etc.)
• Roof ownership certificate.
• Document confirming the applicant’s residential address.
• Verification of the applicant’s annual family income.
• Proof of current electricity consumption.
• Additional proof of household identity and income.
• Contact information for communication purposes.
• Visual identification of the applicant.
• Document confirming the linkage of Aadhar with the bank account for subsidy transfer.

PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana): Salient Features

• Under this Scheme, the beneficiaries or households will be given a subsidy to install solar panels on their home rooftops. The Subsidy that the government will provide can cover up to 40% of the total cost of solar panels.
• It is determined that this scheme will save Rs. 75000 cr/yr of the Government in electricity costs.
• This scheme is expected to benefit more than 1 crore citizens across India.
• The scheme will lead to more income, lesser power bills, and employment generation for the people.

PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana): Benefits

Rooftop Solar Requirements and Production-:

Electricity Consumption	Solar Plant Capacity Required (Kw) kilowatt	Area Required	Energy generation by solar panel	Subsidy Support by Government
0-150 units	1-2 Kw	100-200 sq ft	1kw – 4 to 5.5 units/day 2kw – 8 to 11 units/day	Rs 30,000/ – Rs 60,000/
150-300 units	2-3 Kw	200-300 sq ft	3kw – 12 to 16.5 units/ day	Rs 60,000/- Rs 78,000/
More than 300	Above 3 Kw	more than 300 sq ft	More than 16.5 units/day	Rs 78,000/

The above table provides a detailed description of the required solar panels as per use and also the quantity of production of electricity by the solar panels. It also describes the subsidy provided by the government as the required load of solar panels.

PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana): Subsidy Structure

The PM Surya Ghar Scheme provides subsidies to encourage residential households to adopt solar energy.

1. Households using 0-150 units/month will get Rs 30,000 to Rs 60,000 for 1-2 kW systems.
2. Those using 150-300 units/month will receive Rs 60,000 to Rs 78,000 for 2-3 kW systems.
3. Homes consuming over 300 units/month can install systems above 3 kW, capped at Rs 78,000.

PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana): Outcomes and Impact

As the nation adopts solar energy, the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana emerges as a sign of progress and prosperity, intent to leave a lasting impact on future generations.

The outcomes and impact of the scheme -:

• Free electricity for beneficiaries.
• Reduced electricity costs.
• Increased use of renewable energy.
• Lesser carbon Emmisions.
• Reducing the burden of energy expenses.
• Promoting sustainability.
• energy access in remote and rural areas.
• Empowering low-income households.

PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana): Application Process

Steps to apply for this Scheme -:

Visit the official website. (click here)

• Provide the following details to register-:
  1. Select your State
  2. Select your Electricity Distribution Company
  3. Enter your Electricity Consumer Number
  4. Enter Mobile Number
  5. Enter Email
• Log in with your Consumer Number & Mobile Number.
• Apply for the Rooftop Solar as given in the form.
• Fill out the online application form.
• Wait for the feasibility approval from DISCOM.
• Once you get the feasibility approval install the plant by any of the registered vendors in your DISCOM.
• Once installation is over, submit the plant details and apply for a net meter.
• After the installation of the net meter and inspection by DISCOM, they will generate a commissioning certificate from the portal.
• Once you get the commissioning report. Submit the bank account details and a canceled cheque through the portal.
• You will receive your subsidy in your bank account within 30 days.
• This is overall process.

PM Surya Ghar – Free Electricity Scheme (Muft Bijli Yojana)- FAQs

How much subsidy will be provided by the Government ?

Rs 30,000/kW minimum and Rs 78,000/kW maximum.

How many people will get the benefit ?

About 1 crore people , in the first phase as announced by the government

Who can apply for this scheme ?

Every citizen of India following the eligibility criteria can apply.