Question 1

What is the government subsidy for solar panels in India 2026?

Accepted Answer

Under PM Surya Ghar (MNRE central subsidy), residential rooftop solar can get up to ₹78,000 subsidy. Exact amount depends on your system size as per slab rates (₹30,000/kW up to 2 kW, then ₹18,000 for the next kW).

Question 2

How does the PM Surya Ghar subsidy calculator work?

Accepted Answer

It applies the official slab formula: 1–2 kW uses ₹30,000 per kW, the 3rd kW adds ₹18,000, and any capacity above 3 kW is capped at ₹78,000 central subsidy.

Question 3

Is there a government app for solar panel calculation?

Accepted Answer

The official route is the PM Surya Ghar portal workflow and DISCOM process. Many calculators (including this one) follow the official MNRE slab rates to estimate subsidy, but final approval is done on the official portal after DISCOM verification.

Question 4

What is the maximum subsidy under PM Surya Ghar?

Accepted Answer

The maximum central subsidy (CFA) is capped at ₹78,000 for 3 kW and above (as per the slab structure).

Question 5

How long does it take to receive the subsidy amount?

Accepted Answer

Timelines vary by DISCOM and inspection/commissioning schedules. Subsidy is typically released via DBT after installation, inspection and commissioning are completed and approved on the portal.

System size	Rate	Max subsidy (central)
Up to 2 kW	₹30,000/kW	₹60,000
2 kW to 3 kW (additional)	₹18,000/kW	₹78,000
Above 3 kW	Fixed cap	₹78,000

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