Solar Subsidy in India 2026: PM Surya Ghar Guide + 10 Myths Busted

Myth 1: "Solar is free under this scheme"

Reality: Government covers 20–40%. You still pay 60–80%. A 3 kW system costs ~₹1.1–1.3 lakhs after subsidy.

Myth 2: "Only homeowners qualify"

Reality: You need rooftop access and a connection in your name. Digital solar is the alternative for those without rooftops.

Myth 3: "You need a huge rooftop"

Reality: 1 kW needs only ~100 sq ft of shadow-free space.

Myth 4: "Panels damage your roof"

Reality: Modern non-penetrating mounts actually protect the roof from direct sun.

Myth 5: "Solar doesn't work in monsoon"

Reality: Panels generate at 10–25% capacity even on cloudy days. India's annual solar irradiation is among the world's highest.

Myth 6: "The process takes years"

Reality: Application to subsidy credit: 3–6 months. DISCOM approval can be 2–4 weeks.

Myth 7: "You can sell excess and profit"

Reality: Net metering gives credits, not cash. Direct profit from residential grid export is rare in India.

Myth 8: "Panels need constant maintenance"

Reality: No moving parts. Clean every 2–4 weeks, annual check-up. With digital solar, even this is handled for you.

Myth 9: "Apartment residents can't benefit"

Reality: Digital solar platforms offer capacity at effectively subsidised rates (₹35K–40K/kW).

Myth 10: "Solar will be cheaper next year"

Reality: Prices dropped 90%+ over the last decade. Further drops are marginal. Meanwhile, tariffs rise 8–10% yearly. Waiting costs more than acting.

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