Tamil Nadu Solar Subsidy 2026 | PM Surya Ghar

Complete guide to rooftop solar subsidy in Tamil Nadu. 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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Tamil Nadu State Subsidy
N/A
Central subsidy only
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Total Subsidy
₹78,000
Direct bank credit
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Avg. Sunshine
5.5 hrs/day
Best for 2–5kW system

Tamil Nadu 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

💡 Tamil Nadu has a strong net metering policy under TANGEDCO. No separate cash subsidy but excellent grid export rates.

How to Apply in Tamil Nadu

1

Visit PM Surya Ghar Portal

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

2

Enter Consumer Details

Enter your TANGEDCO / TNEB 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

TANGEDCO / TNEB 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 Tamil Nadu

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.

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