Home rooftop solar is still eligible for central subsidy in June 2026, but one thing has changed sharply. India has not extended the ALMM List-II deadline for solar cells beyond 1 June 2026, so projects commissioned after that date now need to follow the updated domestic cell compliance framework. For most households, that means one simple rule: apply through the official PM Surya Ghar portal, pick a registered vendor, and do not treat the older process as safe anymore.
The subsidy itself has not vanished. Under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, residential users can still get 60% support up to 2 kW and 40% for the next 1 kW, which works out to ₹30,000 for 1 kW, ₹60,000 for 2 kW, and ₹78,000 for 3 kW or more. The scheme continues to run through the national portal, and the government is also planning a WhatsApp bot to help households check subsidies, costs, and savings faster. That makes the June 2026 update more about compliance and smoother processing than about cutting support.
What Changed From 1 June 2026
The headline change is this: there is no blanket extension for ALMM List-II for solar PV cells beyond 1 June 2026. Net-metering and open access projects commissioned before that date remain exempt, but projects commissioned after that date must comply with ALMM List-II rules for solar cells. MNRE has allowed only case-by-case relief where investments were already made, and work had effectively progressed.
That has created a practical filter for homeowners. If a household wants the central subsidy, the safer route is to stay fully inside the PM Surya Ghar system instead of depending on loose promises from local installers. MNRE has also clarified that residential net-metering consumers under the “Give It Up” campaign can continue under existing scheme guidelines till 31 March 2027, but they too must apply only through the National Portal for PM Surya Ghar.
Who Can Still Get the Central Subsidy
The central subsidy is meant for residential electricity consumers using rooftop solar under the PM Surya Ghar route. The public scheme information says the programme aims to benefit 1 crore households, with subsidy support covering up to 40% of the cost at approved benchmark levels. Government updates in late 2025 said nearly 24 lakh households had already adopted rooftop solar under the scheme by December 2025.
Before applying, keep these points in check:
- Your home must have a valid residential electricity connection.
- Your roof should be suitable for a grid-connected solar setup.
- Apply through the official PM Surya Ghar portal, not a random third-party form.
- Choose a registered vendor listed in the portal workflow.
- Check that the module and project setup follow the current ALMM framework.
- Keep bank details, electricity bill, and identity documents ready for subsidy credit.
Step-By-Step Process To Apply Online
The application path is now fairly direct. Register on the official PM Surya Ghar portal using your state, DISCOM, electricity consumer number, and mobile number. After logging in, fill out the rooftop solar application and wait for the technical feasibility or the relevant DISCOM approval step shown on the portal. Once approved, select a registered vendor and get the system installed. After installation, submit plant details, apply for net meter, complete inspection, and then upload the commissioning proof for subsidy release.
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A Small June 2026 Tip Before You Finalise the Vendor
Do not stop at price. Ask the vendor whether the system you are buying is compliant with post-1 June 2026 commissioning. The ALMM pages are being updated with List-I and List-II revisions, and that is where the compliance trail sits. A cheap system that later gets stuck at verification can delay subsidy, commissioning, and even net-metering.
Why Households Should Move Early, Not Casually
This is where the latest trend is worth noting. The scheme is getting a fresh push, with a proposed WhatsApp bot meant to answer subsidy and cost questions quickly. At the same time, the local-cell compliance rule has made the back end stricter. In plain words, demand is being nudged up while paperwork discipline is also getting tighter. Households that move early through official channels may avoid the usual rush, vendor excuses, and stock confusion that tend to build after rule changes.
The better approach now is not to chase the lowest quote in the market. It is to use the official portal, stay with a registered vendor, keep documents clean, and check compliance before installation begins. That is the easiest way to protect the subsidy and avoid getting trapped between installer claims and DISCOM checks.
FAQs
1. Is the central solar subsidy still available in June 2026?
Yes, residential applicants can still claim a subsidy through the official PM Surya Ghar national portal only.
2. What is the maximum central subsidy amount now?
The maximum central subsidy remains ₹78,000 for eligible residential rooftop systems of 3 kW.
3. What changed under the new local cell rules?
Projects commissioned after 1 June 2026 must follow ALMM List-II solar cell compliance requirements.
4. Can I apply through a private vendor website directly?
No, households should submit applications through the official portal and then choose a registered vendor.
5. What documents are usually needed for subsidy processing?
Electricity bill, identity proof, bank details, rooftop system documents, and portal-based commissioning records are needed.
