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| System Size | Central Subsidy | State Subsidy | Total Subsidy | System Cost | Net Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1kW | ₹30,000 | — | ₹30,000 | ₹65,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 2kW | ₹60,000 | — | ₹60,000 | ₹124,000 | ₹64,000 |
| 3kW ⭐ | ₹78,000 | — | ₹78,000 | ₹180,000 | ₹102,000 |
| 5kW | ₹78,000 | — | ₹78,000 | ₹285,000 | ₹207,000 |
💡 Tamil Nadu has a strong net metering policy under TANGEDCO. No separate cash subsidy but excellent grid export rates.
Go to pmsuryaghar.gov.in and register with your mobile number.
Enter your TANGEDCO / TNEB consumer number to link your electricity account.
Fill the rooftop solar application form. Upload Aadhar card, electricity bill, and bank details.
TANGEDCO / TNEB reviews your application within 15 working days.
Choose empanelled vendor, install within 30 days. Subsidy credited to bank within 30 days of net meter installation.
Tamil Nadu residents get ₹78,000 central government subsidy under PM Surya Ghar. TANGEDCO offers net metering for surplus export. No additional state cash subsidy currently.
Register at pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your TANGEDCO consumer number. TANGEDCO processes applications within 15 working days.
Enter your system size and see exactly how much you'll save after subsidy.