Rajasthan families consuming up to 150 units monthly, here’s massive relief in 2026! Install rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana with Rajasthan’s additional ₹17,000 state subsidy on top of central benefits – effectively get 150 units free per month for years. A 1-3 kW system generates enough to cover low usage, bringing bills to zero in sunny cities like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ajmer, and Bikaner. Act fast as registrations are surging!
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This scheme integrates national PM Surya Ghar Yojana (300 units free nationally via solar generation) with Rajasthan’s boost for domestic consumers. Rajasthan offers extra ₹17,000 subsidy for systems up to 3 kW, making 1.1-2 kW installations nearly free or low-cost.
- Central Subsidy: Up to ₹78,000 (₹30,000/kW for first 2 kW + ₹18,000/kW for next)
- Rajasthan Extra: ₹17,000 flat for eligible rooftop solar
- System Size: 1.1 kW typically generates 130-165 units/month in Rajasthan’s high sunshine
- Free Units: Excess generation credited via net metering – effectively 150 units free for low consumers
- Applies to all domestic connections via JVVNL, AVVNL, JdVVNL
Over 24 lakh registrations already, but subsidy disbursal ongoing – continued in 2026.
How Much Benefit/Relief/Savings
High subsidies reduce upfront cost drastically.
| System Size | Approx Cost (Before Subsidy) | Central Subsidy | Rajasthan Extra | Net Cost to You | Monthly Generation | Annual Savings (at ₹6/unit) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 kW | ₹60,000-70,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹10,000-20,000 | 130-165 units | ₹10,000-12,000 |
| 2 kW | ₹1,00,000-1,20,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹23,000-43,000 | 260-330 units | ₹18,000-22,000 |
| 3 kW | ₹1,50,000-1,80,000 | ₹78,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹55,000-85,000 | 390-495 units | ₹25,000+ |
Zero bill for 150 units consumption + extra credits sold to DISCOM.
How It Affects You
- Ideal for middle-class homes in Rajasthan’s hot climate – cover fans, lights, fridge easily.
- Net metering: Excess units adjust future bills or get paid.
- In rural/urban areas: Reduces dependence on grid, especially during peak summer.
- Long-term: 25-year panel life, free power post payback (2-4 years).
Tips to Avoid Trouble – Application Details
- Register on national portal: pmsuryaghar.gov.in
- Choose Rajasthan DISCOM (JVVNL/JdVVNL/AVVNL) and select empanelled vendor.
- Submit documents: Aadhaar, electricity bill, roof photo.
- Or use Bijli Mitra app / DISCOM website for state integration.
- Get feasibility approval, install, then subsidy credited directly.
- Avoid unregistered vendors – delays subsidy.
- Check status online; helpline for queries.
Have you applied for solar rooftop yet? How much could you save on bills in 2026 with this Rajasthan relief?
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