An on-grid rooftop solar system for a home — panels, inverter, structure, wiring, net meter and installation — before and after the PM Surya Ghar central subsidy.
| System | Before subsidy | Central subsidy | You pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kW about 120 units a month | ₹51,700–₹74,800 | ₹30,000 | ₹21,700–₹44,800 |
| 2 kW about 240 units a month | ₹1.0–1.4 lakh | ₹60,000 | ₹36,300–₹79,100 |
| 3 kW about 360 units a month | ₹1.4–1.9 lakh | ₹78,000 | ₹0.6–1.2 lakh |
| 5 kW about 600 units a month | ₹2.1–3.1 lakh | ₹78,000 | ₹1.4–2.3 lakh |
| 10 kW about 1200 units a month | ₹4.0–5.8 lakh | ₹78,000 | ₹3.3–5.1 lakh |
| Rate | Typical range |
|---|---|
| On-grid rooftop solar, installed (before subsidy) · per kW | ₹45,000–₹65,000 |
| Solar panel, DCR (for subsidy) · per watt | ₹22–₹28 |
A 3 kW on-grid system typically costs ₹1.4–1.9 lakh before subsidy in Kolkata, and about ₹0.6–1.2 lakh after the ₹78,000 central subsidy.
An on-grid rooftop solar system for a home — panels, inverter, structure, wiring, net meter and installation — before and after the PM Surya Ghar central subsidy.
Under PM Surya Ghar you apply on the national portal, a registered vendor installs the system, and after inspection the central subsidy is paid into your bank account. Check pmsuryaghar.gov.in for the current rules.
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Indicative ranges for planning, including GST. Actual prices depend on brands, design, site conditions and the contractor. Not professional advice.