PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: Eligibility, subsidy benefits, and how households can apply for the scheme
The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, introduced by the Central government in February 2024, is a rooftop solar initiative designed to help households reduce their electricity costs and encourage wider adoption of renewable energy. According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), more than 26.19 lakh rooftop solar systems had already been installed under the scheme as of March 19, 2026, reflecting rapid expansion.
The scheme aims to install one crore homes with solar rooftop panels by the end of FY 2026-27, while offering financial support through subsidies, low-interest loans, and allowing households to earn extra income by selling excess electricity back to the grid.
