Solar Subsidy in Chennai & Tamil Nadu
Official Guide to PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana Central Subsidies in Tamil Nadu
In Chennai and Tamil Nadu, residential rooftop solar qualifies for direct central government subsidies up to ₹78,000 under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The subsidy is structured as ₹30,000 for 1 kW, ₹60,000 for 2 kW, and ₹78,000 for 3 kW and higher systems, transferred directly into the homeowner’s bank account.
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Technical Specifications & System Sizing
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Hardware Specifications
- Subsidy Scheme
- PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (Ministry of New and Renewable Energy - MNRE)
- Applicable Slabs
- 1 kW: ₹30,000 | 2 kW: ₹60,000 | 3 kW to 10 kW: ₹78,000 max
- Eligible Consumers
- Individual Residential Domestic Connections (TANGEDCO Tariff 1A)
- Group Housing (GHS/RWA)
- ₹18,000 per kW for common area pumps/lights (up to 500 kW)
- Mandatory Requirements
- DCR Compliant Tier-1 Solar Modules + National Portal Registration
- Disbursement Method
- Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into homeowner’s bank account
Estimated Investment & Subsidy
- Capacity Scope
- Subsidy Slabs for 1 kW to 10 kW Residential Systems
- Gross Price
- Direct DBT subsidy ranging from ₹30,000 to ₹78,000
- Central Subsidy
- Maximum ₹78,000 for 3 kW and larger systems
- Net Investment
- Net investment reduced by 35% to 45% for residential roofs
- Payback Period
- 3.2 to 3.8 Years
How to Claim the ₹78,000 Solar Subsidy in Tamil Nadu
The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has simplified solar adoption across Tamil Nadu. Unlike older state subsidy schemes with long disbursement delays, the new National Portal processes subsidies via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into your Aadhaar-linked bank account within 30 to 45 days after TANGEDCO commissions the bi-directional net meter. IVR Energy is an authorized empanelled installer managing the complete submission process.
End-to-End Turnkey Execution Workflow
From site survey to TANGEDCO net meter synchronization, IVR Energy manages every milestone.
Portal Signup
Register consumer number on the PM Surya Ghar National Portal with mobile number.
Technical Feasibility
TANGEDCO issues online technical feasibility clearance for rooftop capacity.
System Installation
IVR Energy installs the DCR solar plant and uploads geo-tagged completion details.
Net Meter & DBT Credit
TNEB inspects meter; MNRE dispatches ₹78,000 direct to your bank account.
Proven Project Track Record
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Frequently Asked Questions
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