🏛️ Central & Bihar State Government Assistance

PM Surya Ghar + Bihar Govt Solar Subsidy Guide 2026

Eligible residential consumers in Bihar can receive up to ₹98,000 Combined Financial Assistance directly into their bank account via DBT (₹78,000 Central CFA via PM Surya Ghar + ₹20,000 Bihar State Top-Up via BREDA). We handle documentation, DISCOM net-metering liaison, and portal approvals.

Central Portal: pmsuryaghar.gov.in
Bihar State Portal: breda.bihar.gov.in
Who is Eligible
  • Residential electricity consumers with a valid DISCOM household connection (NBPDCL or SBPDCL)
  • Indian citizen — valid Aadhaar + active bank account for DBT
  • NOT available for commercial, industrial or agricultural connections
  • Owned residential building with own roof access

Note: Subsidy approval timelines are determined by MNRE / DISCOM and are outside the control of Shree Laxmi Traders. We assist with documentation and portal navigation, but cannot guarantee specific approval timelines.

Central + Bihar State Government Assistance

PM Surya Ghar + Bihar Govt Solar Subsidy

Eligible residential rooftop solar consumers in Bihar receive up to ₹98,000 Combined DBT Subsidy directly credited to their bank account (up to ₹78,000 Central CFA + up to ₹20,000 Bihar State Top-Up via BREDA).

1 kW SystemCombined DBT
₹40,000

Total Subsidy in Bihar

Central CFA (Surya Ghar):₹30,000
Bihar Govt Top-Up (BREDA):₹10,000
Direct Bank Account Disbursal (DBT)
2 kW SystemCombined DBT
₹80,000

Total Subsidy in Bihar

Central CFA (Surya Ghar):₹60,000
Bihar Govt Top-Up (BREDA):₹20,000
Direct Bank Account Disbursal (DBT)
3 kW SystemCombined DBT
₹98,000

Total Subsidy in Bihar

Central CFA (Surya Ghar):₹78,000
Bihar Govt Top-Up (BREDA):₹20,000
Direct Bank Account Disbursal (DBT)

Key Eligibility Conditions for Consumers in Bihar

  • Must be a residential domestic consumer in Bihar under NBPDCL or SBPDCL with a valid CA/consumer number.
  • Must have an unobstructed shadow-free rooftop (RCC, tin shed, or elevated structure).
  • Must possess an active bank account linked with Aadhaar for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
  • Subsidy is credited directly into the bank account after DISCOM inspection and bi-directional net meter installation.
  • Commercial, industrial, institutional, and agricultural connections are NOT eligible for residential subsidies (they qualify for Section 32 40% accelerated tax depreciation instead).

*Combined government subsidy up to ₹98,000 for eligible residential consumers in Bihar (₹78,000 Central CFA via MNRE + up to ₹20,000 Bihar State Top-Up via BREDA), credited via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) post DISCOM net-metering commissioning.

Helpful Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Get clear, factual answers to common questions about rooftop solar installation, PM Surya Ghar subsidy, and net-metering in Bihar.

A ₹3,000 monthly bill corresponds to roughly 400 to 450 units of electricity. In Bihar's climate, a 3 kW on-grid solar system generates approximately 360 to 400 units monthly, offsetting nearly 85% to 95% of your power bill.