Solar Subsidy Status Check (2026): Meaning of Each Status + What to Do
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How to Check Your Solar Subsidy Status
If you’ve already applied and you’re worried about delays, your first step is to check status on the official portal and confirm whether the delay is:
- feasibility approval pending,
- net metering/inspection pending,
- commissioning approval pending,
- or bank/DBT processing pending.
Go to pmsuryaghar.gov.in and log in using your registered mobile/credentials.
Find your application reference and open the status timeline/history. Note the latest stage and any document requests.
If installation is done but status shows “net metering pending,” you know the bottleneck. If feasibility is pending, check DISCOM selection and consumer number.
Before you follow up, keep your key documents ready. The fastest way to resolve a status issue is to respond quickly with correct bill, ID, and bank proof. Use document checklist.
What Each Status Means
Portal labels can vary, but these are the common “meaning buckets”:
Many people assume “installation completed” means subsidy is guaranteed. In practice, commissioning approval and verification are key for DBT processing.
My Application Shows "Pending" — What to Do
Treat “pending” like a diagnosis problem. Do this:
If DISCOM selection is wrong, the portal cannot match your consumer record. Correct it as early as possible.
Sometimes the portal requires a clearer bill scan, correct bank IFSC, or name correction. Re-upload quickly.
If installation is done, your vendor should clearly tell you whether net metering was applied, and what date inspection is expected.
If you haven’t estimated your system and final cost properly, use the calculator—it helps you plan the correct size and avoid feasibility problems.
Subsidy Disbursal Timeline — Realistic Expectations
Realistic timelines vary by DISCOM. The sequence matters more than the exact days:
A practical way to think about subsidy timeline:
Feasibility approval → installation → net metering/inspection → commissioning approval → bank details submission → DBT processing.
If any one stage stalls, everything after it stalls. That’s why proactive follow-up is valuable.
How to File a Complaint If Delayed
If your status hasn’t changed for an unusually long time:
Avoid paying extra “speed money” to unknown intermediaries. Use official DISCOM escalation channels and keep written communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my status stuck after installation?
Because net metering/inspection and commissioning are separate steps. Installation alone is not enough for subsidy processing.
How often should I check status?
Weekly is a good rhythm. Check more frequently if you received a portal notification or document request.
What if my bank details are wrong?
Correct them immediately on the portal. Incorrect bank details can block DBT processing or cause payout failure.
Can I speed up the process?
You can reduce delays by keeping documents ready, responding quickly to portal requests, and ensuring your vendor completes net metering paperwork on time.
Where can I estimate subsidy and payback while I wait?
Use our calculator for subsidy, savings, and payback estimates.
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