Bihar Solar Subsidy 2026 | PM Surya Ghar

Complete guide to rooftop solar subsidy in Bihar. Central + state subsidy, how to apply, and top cities.

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Central Subsidy (Max)
₹78,000
From Govt. of India / MNRE
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Bihar State Subsidy
N/A
Central subsidy only
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Total Subsidy
₹78,000
Direct bank credit
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Avg. Sunshine
5.2 hrs/day
Best for 1–3kW system

Bihar Solar Subsidy — Full Breakdown

System SizeCentral SubsidyState SubsidyTotal SubsidySystem CostNet Cost
1kW₹30,000₹30,000₹65,000₹35,000
2kW₹60,000₹60,000₹124,000₹64,000
5kW₹78,000₹78,000₹285,000₹207,000

💡 Central subsidy only. Bihar is rapidly expanding solar under PM Surya Ghar.

How to Apply in Bihar

1

Visit PM Surya Ghar Portal

Go to pmsuryaghar.gov.in and register with your mobile number.

2

Enter Consumer Details

Enter your NBPDCL / SBPDCL consumer number to link your electricity account.

3

Submit Application

Fill the rooftop solar application form. Upload Aadhar card, electricity bill, and bank details.

4

Get DISCOM Approval

NBPDCL / SBPDCL reviews your application within 15 working days.

5

Install & Get Subsidy

Choose empanelled vendor, install within 30 days. Subsidy credited to bank within 30 days of net meter installation.

FAQs — Solar Subsidy in Bihar

Bihar residents get up to ₹78,000 central subsidy. Apply via NBPDCL (North Bihar) or SBPDCL (South Bihar) through the PM Surya Ghar portal.

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