Delhi is rapidly adopting rooftop solar under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana 2025. With simple registration on BSES Rajdhani, BSES Yamuna, and Tata Power DDL portals, residents can reduce their bills drastically. In this guide, we’ll cover eligibility, subsidy benefits, costs, and net metering details for Delhi households.
✅ Eligibility for Solar Subsidy in Delhi
- Only domestic electricity consumers of BSES Rajdhani, BSES Yamuna, and Tata Power-DDL.
- Rooftop ownership proof (or NOC if tenant).
- Installation must be through empaneled vendors listed on the portal.
- Only grid-connected rooftop solar systems are eligible.
📑 Documents Required
- Aadhaar card (linked with mobile)
- Latest electricity bill
- Property ownership proof / tenant NOC
- Bank account details
- Passport photo
💰 Subsidy Rates in 2025
- Up to 3 kW: 60% subsidy (CFA)
- Above 3 kW up to 10 kW: 40% subsidy
- Delhi state currently does not provide any extra subsidy apart from the central CFA.
🔗 How to Apply for Solar Subsidy in Delhi
- Visit PM Surya Ghar Portal OR your DISCOM portal:
- BSES Rajdhani
- BSES Yamuna
- Tata Power-DDL
- Register with Aadhaar & mobile OTP.
- Select an empaneled vendor from the approved list.
- Upload documents (Aadhaar, bill, property proof, bank details).
- DISCOM verification & approval.
- Vendor installs the system.
- Net meter installed by DISCOM.
- Subsidy credited to your account within 30–60 days.
📊 Cost of Solar Installation in Delhi (2025)
| System Size | Approx. Cost (₹) | Subsidy (₹) | Net Cost (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kW | 52,000 | 31,200 | 20,800 |
| 2 kW | 98,000 | 58,800 | 39,200 |
| 3 kW | 1,42,000 | 85,200 | 56,800 |
| 5 kW | 2,35,000 | 1,17,500 | 1,17,500 |
(Prices may vary depending on vendor and installation area)
⚡ Net Metering in Delhi
- Available up to 10 kW for residential consumers.
- Surplus energy exported to grid → adjusted in monthly bill.
- Unused credits carry forward to the next billing cycle.
- Net meter is installed by BSES or Tata Power-DDL.
🏠 Example: 3 kW Solar in Delhi (Dwarka)
- Monthly generation: ~360 units
- Average household bill: ₹2,600/month
- After solar: Zero (only minimal fixed charge remains)
- Payback time: ~3.5 years
❓ FAQs
Q1: Which DISCOMs in Delhi support rooftop solar?
→ BSES Rajdhani, BSES Yamuna, and Tata Power-DDL.
Q2: How much subsidy is available for 5 kW in Delhi?
→ About ₹1,17,500, net cost ~₹1.17 lakh.
Q3: Is net metering compulsory in Delhi?
→ Yes, net metering is mandatory for subsidy eligibility.
Q4: Can tenants apply for subsidy in Delhi?
→ Yes, but only with landlord’s NOC and DISCOM approval.
🚀 Conclusion & CTA
With up to 60% subsidy under PM Surya Ghar, solar in Delhi is affordable and reduces your electricity bill to almost zero. Register now to enjoy free solar power for the next 25 years.
