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How the PM Surya Ghar subsidy works in Kerala

Who qualifies, how much you get, and each step from registration to the money in your account.

PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a central government scheme that pays a subsidy to households that install rooftop solar.*

How much is the subsidy?

System sizeCentral subsidy*
1 kW₹30,000
2 kW₹60,000
3 kW and above₹78,000

The subsidy applies to residential, on-grid systems with approved (ALMM/DCR-compliant) panels, installed by a registered vendor.

The steps

  1. National portal registration. You register on the PM Surya Ghar portal with your KSEB consumer number.
  2. KSEB feasibility. KSEB checks that your connection can take the system.
  3. Installation. Your registered vendor installs the system.
  4. Net meter. KSEB installs a net meter.
  5. Inspection. KSEB inspects and commissions the system.
  6. Subsidy credited. The subsidy is paid directly into your bank account.

With Wartens Assist, we handle every form and follow-up for you. You only sign where needed.

*Subsidy amounts and rules are set by the Government of India and KSEB and may change. Wartens confirms current eligibility during your site survey.


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