How to Apply? (Step-by-Step)
The process is fully online on the national portal, but as an authorized vendor, Chidanand Solar handles the technical liaisoning for you.
Register on the national portal pmsuryaghar.gov.in. Select 'Gujarat' as State and your Distribution Company (e.g., DGVCL/GEB). Enter your Electricity Consumer Number exactly as it appears on your bill.
The DISCOM engineers will verify if your local transformer has the load capacity to handle your solar output. Once approved, you receive a 'Feasibility Sanction'.
Crucial Step: You must install the system through an Empanelled Vendor like Chidanand Solar. If you use a non-authorized installer, your subsidy application will be rejected automatically.
After installation, we upload the 'Work Completion Report'. GEB officials will visit your home to install the Bi-directional Net Meter, officially linking your system to the grid.
Once the meter is live, the Govt generates a 'Commissioning Certificate'. You will receive the ₹78,000 subsidy directly in your linked bank account within 30 days.
Required Documents
Keep these documents ready to ensure a smooth, delay-free application process.
Top Reason for Rejection
Name Mismatch: The name printed on your Electricity Bill MUST exactly match the name on your Aadhaar Card and Bank Account. If your light bill is still in the builder's name or a deceased relative's name, you must get it transferred before applying for solar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, the maximum central subsidy is capped at ₹78,000. This applies to residential systems that are 3kW in size or larger. Systems smaller than 3kW receive a proportionally lower subsidy (₹30,000 for 1kW, ₹60,000 for 2kW).
Once your solar system is installed and the Net Meter is officially activated by DGVCL/GEB, the government portal processes your commissioning certificate. The subsidy amount is usually credited directly to your DBT-enabled bank account within 30 to 45 days.
Yes, initially you pay the full project cost to the installer. The government transfers the subsidy directly to Your bank account later. However, we offer excellent EMI and Solar Loan options through partner banks to help cover the upfront cost!