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Its Raining Solar Energy: Balcony Solar And BIPV Allowed Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana

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Updated: 28-01-2025 at 6:17 AM

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Its Raining Solar Energy: Balcony Solar And BIPV Allowed Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana

Its Raining Solar Energy: Balcony Solar And BIPV Allowed Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme

Solar energy is India’s next big plan. Learn more about how India is achieving new goals in the solar sector everyday!

The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana (PMSGY) was launched on January 22, 2024 to achieve the solar energy goals under the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as well as the National Solar Mission. 

Solar energy is a renewable form of energy and has the potential of becoming a leading source of energy. The Government of India launched the PMSGY scheme to enable Indian households to generate electricity on their own and get zero bills in turn. 

The scheme provides for a concession of up to 40 percent on total solar panels installation cost. 

Read below to find out the objectives, and benefits of PM Surya Ghar Yojana.

What Are The Objectives Of New Guidelines For PM Surya Ghar Yojana? 

The PM Surya Ghar Yojana which comes under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MoNRE) has been an active measure in bringing solar power to every nook and corner of the country. 

The recent guidelines and norms released by MoNRE are reflective of the aims and objectives of the mission to achieve complete reliance on solar power. The key objectives of the scheme are:

  • To install 1 crore rooftop solar systems (RTS)  in the residential sector.

  • To create an integrated regulatory framework and enabling ecosystem for manufacturers, vendors and supply chain. 

  • To facilitate and fasten India’s commitment for a green climate at UNFCCC. 

What Are The Benefits Of The New Guidelines For PM Surya Ghar Yojana?

The benefits that have been introduced in furtherance of the PMSGY offer lucrative deals for interested applicants. Let us have a look at them:

  • The consumers can opt for Building Integrated Photo-Voltaic (BIPV)s in case of lack of rooftop space. 

  • Panels can now also be installed in balconies, terrace, o top of elevated structures.

  • BIPVs and other forms of solar installations as highlighted above will also be covered under Central Financial Assistance (CFA) under this scheme. 

  • CFA will also be provided to grid-connected rooftop solar projects. 

  • An option for virtual net metering and group net metering has also been provided under the guidelines. 

  • Subsidies to be granted irrespective of size and capacity of the inverter.

How To Apply Online For PM Surya Ghar Yojana: A Step-By-Step Guide

The application procedure for PMSGY is as follows:

  • Visit the official site of the scheme at pmsuryaghar.gov.in.

  • Register yourself and provide your locational and personal details.

  • Wait for your approval from DISCOM. 

  • After receiving approval from DISCOM, proceed to installation by registered vendors. 

Conclusion

The new norms and guidelines have provided clarifications on various aspects. More importantly, the allowing of installation of solar panels in balconies and other areas has widened the scope of the scheme. The households that were facing paucity of space will also be able to avail the benefits of this scheme now. 

For more details, click here or contact the MoNRE at +91-011-20849101.

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