Electricity bills in Kolkata and Howrah have only gone one direction over the last few years — up. The PM Surya Ghar Yojana is the central government’s answer: install rooftop solar, cut your monthly bill close to zero, and get a direct subsidy of up to ₹78,000 towards the cost. If you’ve been searching for how the solar subsidy in West Bengal actually works, here’s the complete picture — and how Apris Solar can get you from application to switched-on system.
What Is PM Surya Ghar Yojana?
PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy’s flagship rooftop solar scheme, launched in February 2024 with a target of 1 crore households nationwide. It pays a direct subsidy on residential rooftop solar installations and enables net metering, so any extra units you generate get credited back through your DISCOM. Households that install a 3 kW system can also get up to 300 free units of electricity a month.
How Much Subsidy Can You Get?
The central subsidy under PM Surya Ghar Yojana is calculated per kW of installed capacity:
- ₹30,000 per kW for the first 2 kW
- ₹18,000 per kW for capacity between 2 kW and 3 kW
- Capped at ₹78,000 for systems of 3 kW or above
For most West Bengal homes, a 3 kW rooftop solar system is the sweet spot — it covers a typical household’s load, qualifies for the maximum subsidy, and brings the effective system cost down by roughly 40%.
Is West Bengal Eligible?
Yes. CESC consumers in Kolkata have been able to apply since the scheme’s national launch, and access has since been extended to WBSEDCL consumers across the rest of West Bengal as well — so homeowners in Howrah, the districts, and greater Kolkata can now apply regardless of which DISCOM serves them. As with any government scheme, it’s worth confirming your specific eligibility on the official portal, but broadly, if you own your home and have a valid domestic electricity connection under CESC or WBSEDCL, you qualify.
Basic eligibility checklist:
- You own the residential property (joint ownership is fine; tenants can’t apply)
- You have a domestic, not commercial, electricity connection
- Your roof has roughly 100 sq. ft. of shadow-free space per kW of capacity
- Your Aadhaar-linked bank account is ready for the subsidy transfer
How to Apply: Step by Step
- Register on the official portal (pmsuryaghar.gov.in) with your state, DISCOM, consumer number, and mobile number.
- Get feasibility approval from your DISCOM — this usually takes 7–15 days.
- Choose an empanelled vendor. This is where working with an experienced local installer like Apris Solar matters — only DCR-compliant, ALMM-certified panels installed by an approved vendor qualify for the subsidy.
- Installation typically takes 1–3 days once materials are on site.
- Net meter installation by your DISCOM (15–30 days).
- Inspection and subsidy disbursal — once verified, the subsidy is credited directly to your bank account via DBT, usually within 30 days.
End to end, most homeowners see the full process wrap up in 45–90 days. Collateral-free solar loans at around 7% interest are also available through several public sector banks if you’d rather finance the balance than pay upfront.
Documents You’ll Need
- Aadhaar card and PAN card
- Latest electricity bill with your consumer number
- Proof of roof/property ownership
- Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked account)
- Passport-size photograph
Why Homeowners in Kolkata and Howrah Choose Apris Solar
Navigating DISCOM paperwork, vendor empanelment, and subsidy tracking on your own can turn a simple rooftop solar installation into a months-long headache. This is exactly where Apris Solar comes in.
As a trusted solar panel company for solar panel installation in Kolkata, Howrah, and across West Bengal, Apris Solar handles the entire journey for you — from checking your roof’s suitability and sizing the right solar system for home use, to registering your PM Surya Ghar application, coordinating with your DISCOM, and making sure your subsidy actually lands in your account. We only use ALMM-certified, DCR-compliant panels, so your solar panel price quote is subsidy-ready from day one, with no surprises after installation.
Whether you’re comparing rooftop solar options for the first time or you already know your target capacity, our team gives you a transparent, itemised quote and a realistic timeline — no vague promises, no “we’ll sort the subsidy later.”
Get Your Free Solar Subsidy Consultation
Ready to find out exactly how much subsidy your home qualifies for? Apris Solar offers a free rooftop assessment and subsidy estimate for homeowners across West Bengal.
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The sooner you apply, the sooner you stop paying for electricity you could be generating yourself. Reach out to Apris Solar today and let’s get your PM Surya Ghar Yojana application moving.