The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is transforming residential electricity economics across Bihar. Backed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and administered online at pmsuryaghar.gov.in, eligible households under both South Bihar Power Distribution Company (SBPDCL) and North Bihar Power Distribution Company (NBPDCL) can receive up to ₹78,000 in direct bank subsidy.
PM Surya Ghar Central Subsidy Tiers in Bihar (2026–27)
| Rooftop System Capacity | Daily Units Generated (Avg) | Eligible Household Consumption | Central Financial Assistance (CFA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kW On-Grid | 4 to 4.5 units/day | Up to 150 units/month | ₹30,000 |
| 2 kW On-Grid | 8 to 9 units/day | 150 to 300 units/month | ₹60,000 |
| 3 kW On-Grid | 12 to 13.5 units/day | 300+ units/month | ₹78,000 |
| 4 kW to 10 kW On-Grid | 16 to 45 units/day | Large homes, AC loads & EV charging | ₹78,000 (Maximum Cap) |
Document Checklist for Bihar Homeowners
- Latest Electricity Bill: SBPDCL or NBPDCL domestic consumer account (CA number).
- Applicant Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card linked to mobile number for OTP verification.
- Property Ownership Proof: Holding tax receipt, registry paper, or electricity bill matching owner name.
- Bank Account Details: Cancelled cheque or passbook front page for DBT transfer.
Step-by-Step Application & Commissioning Workflow
- Register your State (Bihar), Electricity Distribution Company (SBPDCL or NBPDCL), and Consumer Number on the national portal.
- Submit technical feasibility approval and select a registered MNRE vendor such as SRISHTI SOLAR ENERGY.
- Complete galvanized steel structure mounting, DCR-compliant mono-PERC/TOPCon panel wiring, earthing, and inverter commissioning.
- Upload plant photos, submit net-metering request to the DISCOM division, and receive DBT subsidy directly into your bank account after inspection.
Policy references: National PM Surya Ghar Portal · Bihar Government Energy Bulletin.
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Reviewed for factual solar and PM Surya Ghar accuracy by SRISHTI SOLAR ENERGY — Patna, Bihar & Dankuni, West Bengal. Last updated November 15, 2026.
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