SolarLink guides you through every subsidy application.
Central Schemes
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (Rooftop Solar)
Subsidy Cap: Up to ₹3 lakh for 2 kW systems, higher for larger systems
Eligibility: All residential homeowners
Process:
System is installed
SolarLink files application on PM Surya Ghar portal
DISCOM verification conducted (1–2 months)
Subsidy approved and disbursed to your bank account
Timeline: 3–6 months from installation
Process Duration:
Application filing: Handled by SolarLink and vendor
DISCOM inspection: 4–8 weeks
Subsidy approval and disbursal: 3–6 months total
State-Specific Schemes
Uttar Pradesh (including Lucknow)
State subsidy: ₹X per kW (varies; often ₹10,000–15,000/kW)
Additional incentives: Property tax exemption in some cities
Process: Filed alongside central subsidy
Timeline: 3–4 months
Uttarakhand (including Dehradun)
State subsidy: ₹Y per kW
Priority areas: Better incentives in Tier 2 cities
Process: Online portal + DISCOM coordination
Timeline: 2–3 months
FAQs
No. SolarLink and your vendor handle 90% of documentation. You just sign forms and attend DISCOM inspection.
SolarLink will work with DISCOM to understand the reason and resubmit with corrections. Rare rejections are due to technical non-compliance (which vendor should have avoided).
Yes. Most states allow stacking of central + state subsidies. SolarLink ensures you apply for both.
Typically 3–6 months post-installation. Subsidy is credited to your bank account directly.
Likely no additional subsidy for expandable systems. But you can install additional capacity at normal cost. Consult SolarLink for specific scenario.