PM Surya Ghar subsidy status check - citizen guide 2026

Has your PM Surya Ghar rooftop solar subsidy not reached your bank yet? You can track it on the national portal at pmsuryaghar.gov.in, and the Central Financial Assistance is meant to be credited within 30 working days of submitting a correct claim. This guide shows you how to check the status, what each stage means, and how to use RTI if the money is stuck.

PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a central scheme launched on 13 February 2024 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It gives homes a subsidy to install rooftop solar panels and aims to cover 1 crore (10 million) households by 2026-27. It is run by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. The subsidy, called Central Financial Assistance (CFA), is paid straight to your bank account after your system is installed, inspected, and commissioned through the national portal. Households receive 300 units of free electricity per month once the rooftop solar system is commissioned.

The scheme integrates with other citizen services. If your bank account is not linked correctly, the DBT payment fails — check your DBT-linked Aadhaar seeding status first. Related subsidy-status guides that follow the same RTI approach include PM-Kisan status check, LPG subsidy status, and PMAY subsidy status check.

The scheme is administered by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). You apply and track everything on the national portal pmsuryaghar.gov.in. Your local DISCOM (electricity distribution company) handles the feasibility check, the inspection, and the net meter. For broader context on government transparency mechanisms, see our guide on Digital India governance schemes.

Eligibility. You must be a residential consumer with a valid electricity connection in your own name. The system must be installed by a vendor registered with your DISCOM. Systems installed by yourself or by an unregistered vendor are not eligible for the subsidy. Housing cooperative societies can also apply for group installations.

Subsidy slabs (Central Financial Assistance). Per the official scheme guidelines:

• Up to 2 kW: Rs. 30,000 per kW.
• Additional capacity from 2 kW to 3 kW: Rs. 18,000 per kW.
• Systems larger than 3 kW: total subsidy capped at Rs. 78,000.

The RTI angle. Your application, feasibility, inspection, and subsidy claim records sit mainly with your DISCOM. So if the subsidy is stuck, the DISCOM is the right public authority to ask first under the RTI Act 2005. Section 6(1) lets you file the request. Section 7(1) gives the Public Information Officer 30 days to reply. If there is no reply or a poor reply, Section 19(1) lets you file a first appeal — see our RTI first appeal guide. MNRE is the policy authority, so route DISCOM questions to the DISCOM, not to MNRE.

The most common question applicants have is how to track their application. Here is the step-by-step process to check status by mobile number:

1. Open pmsuryaghar.gov.in and click the consumer login.
2. Select your State and your DISCOM.
3. Enter your registered mobile number or your electricity consumer account number.
4. Verify with the OTP sent to your mobile. (The portal uses the SANDES app for OTP delivery.)
5. Open your application dashboard. It shows your current stage, from feasibility through to subsidy.
6. To see the subsidy claim, open the CFA or subsidy claim section. It shows whether your bank details are accepted and whether the payment is processed.
7. If a stage is stuck, use the grievance section on the portal to raise a complaint.

You can also call the official helpline 15555 for help with your application. For DISCOM-specific electricity complaints, see our guides on electricity complaint RTI and electricity connection delay CGRF.

Once you submit your application on the portal, it moves through several stages. Understanding each stage helps you know what to expect and when to act:

Common errors and fixes. A blurred or torn cancelled cheque gets rejected, so upload a clear copy. A wrong email means the 24-hour activation link lapses, so wait a day and register again. A wrong consumer number stops registration, so re-register with the correct bill details. If your name does not match the bank account, the claim can fail, so use an account in your own name.

The subsidy calculation under PM Surya Ghar is straightforward once you know the slabs. The Central Financial Assistance (CFA) amount depends on your system capacity:

The CFA is disbursed by Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to your registered bank account. Some states offer an additional state-level top-up subsidy. For example, the Delhi government provides additional solar subsidy details on solar.delhi.gov.in. The disbursement timeline is 30 working days from the date your correct claim is submitted after commissioning.

The disbursement happens through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS). You can verify your DBT payment pipeline via PFMS payment status check. If you are unfamiliar with how DBT works, our guide on DBT and Aadhaar seeding explains the mechanism.

Installing rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar involves a structured process. Here is the full installation guide from registration to commissioning:

1. Step 1: Register on the portal. Go to pmsuryaghar.gov.in, select your state and DISCOM, and register with your consumer number and mobile number.
2. Step 2: Feasibility check. Your DISCOM assesses whether your roof is suitable for solar installation. This typically takes 7-15 working days.
3. Step 3: Choose a registered vendor. Select a vendor from the DISCOM's registered list. Do not use an unregistered vendor — the subsidy will be denied. Read our guide on how to identify fake PM scheme scams to protect yourself.
4. Step 4: Vendor agreement and installation. Sign the agreement with your vendor. The vendor installs the panels and wiring.
5. Step 5: Completion report. Your vendor submits the completion report to the DISCOM through the portal.
6. Step 6: Net meter installation. The DISCOM installs a bidirectional (net) meter that records both energy consumed and energy exported to the grid.
7. Step 7: Inspection and commissioning. The DISCOM inspects the system and issues a commissioning certificate.
8. Step 8: Claim the subsidy. Submit your bank details, IFS code, and cancelled cheque on the portal. The CFA is credited by DBT within 30 working days.

To register and apply, you need to meet the eligibility criteria and keep these documents ready:

Eligibility criteria:

• Must be a residential consumer with a valid electricity connection.
• The electricity connection must be in the applicant's own name.
• Must have a suitable roof for solar panel installation.
• The system must be installed by a DISCOM-registered vendor.
• Housing cooperative societies are eligible for installations from 3 kW to 10 kW (at Rs. 18,000 per kW for systems above 3 kW).

Documents required for registration:

• Latest electricity bill with your consumer account number.
• Active 10-digit mobile number for OTP.
• Active email ID for the activation link.
• The SANDES app on your mobile (used for OTP verification).

Documents required to claim the subsidy after commissioning:

• Bank account number, bank name, and IFS code.
• A clear copy of a cancelled cheque in your name. If you do not have one, a clear front page of your bank passbook may be used.

PM Surya Ghar is not the first solar scheme in India, but it is the largest in scope. Here is how it compares to previous and related schemes:

Related schemes that citizens often ask about include Saubhagya Yojana (rural electrification) and the earlier rooftop solar programme on solarrooftop.gov.in. The Ministry of Power oversees broader electricity sector reforms, while MNRE runs solar-specific initiatives. For DISCOM-level electricity disputes, see electricity ombudsman complaints.

Installation progress varies significantly across states. Based on data from the national portal and MNRE as of early 2026, here are the leading states by number of installations and registered applications:

If your subsidy has been stuck beyond 30 working days and the grievance system has not helped, filing an RTI with your DISCOM is the most effective next step. The DISCOM is the public authority that holds your application, feasibility, inspection, and CFA claim records.

RTI filing steps:

1. Identify the PIO. Your DISCOM has a designated Public Information Officer. Check the DISCOM's website or our state RTI portals directory.
2. Draft the RTI application. Use the sample letter below. Ask specific questions about your claim status, the commissioning date, and the reason for delay.
3. Pay the fee. The RTI fee is Rs. 10 for central PIOs and most states. BPL cardholders are exempt. See RTI fees by state.
4. File online or offline. Use the central RTI online portal if your DISCOM falls under central jurisdiction, or your state's online portal. See how to file RTI online.
5. Wait 30 days. The PIO must reply within 30 days under Section 7(1) of the RTI Act.
6. File a first appeal if needed. If there is no reply or an unsatisfactory reply, file a first appeal under Section 19(1) within 30 days. See how to file a first appeal.

For the general RTI filing process, see how to file an RTI application and RTI application format. For understanding what information you can get, see what information RTI can get. For guidance specific to government scheme delays, see RTI for government scheme delays and RTI for electricity bill disputes.

To,
The Public Information Officer,
[Name of your DISCOM / electricity distribution company]
[Office address]

Subject: Request for information under Section 6(1) of the RTI Act, 2005
regarding my PM Surya Ghar rooftop solar subsidy claim.

Sir/Madam,

Under Section 6(1) of the Right to Information Act, 2005, please provide:

1. The current status of my PM Surya Ghar subsidy (CFA) claim linked to
   electricity consumer number ____________ and portal application number
   ____________ .
2. The date my commissioning certificate was issued and the date my CFA
   claim was received.
3. The reason for any delay or rejection of my subsidy claim, with copies
   of the noting or remarks on file.
4. The expected date by which the CFA will be credited to my bank account.

The information sought relates to my own application. As per Section 7(1)
of the Act, kindly provide the reply within 30 days. If it is not received,
I will exercise my right to a first appeal under Section 19(1) of the Act.

I enclose the application fee of Rs. 10. [Mention BPL exemption if it applies.]

Yours faithfully,
[Name]
[Address]
[Phone / email]
[Date]

Log in at pmsuryaghar.gov.in with your consumer number and mobile OTP, then open your application dashboard and the subsidy claim section to see the current stage.

The Central Financial Assistance is credited to your bank account by DBT within 30 working days of submitting a correct claim, provided all your details are found correct. You can check the DBT pipeline through PFMS payment status.

Common reasons are a blurred or wrong-name cancelled cheque, a bank detail mismatch, or a pending DISCOM step. Check the grievance section first, then file RTI with your DISCOM.

The national portal is pmsuryaghar.gov.in. The consumer login and tracking are at consumer.pmsuryaghar.gov.in. Both are run by MNRE.

You get Rs. 30,000 per kW up to 2 kW and Rs. 18,000 per kW for the next 1 kW, with the total capped at Rs. 78,000 for systems larger than 3 kW.

No. The system must be installed by a vendor registered with your DISCOM. Do-it-yourself or unregistered-vendor installations are not eligible for the CFA.

After commissioning, you submit your bank account number, bank name, IFS code, and a clear cancelled cheque in your name. A clear passbook front page may be used if a cheque is not available.

Yes. File an RTI under Section 6(1) with your DISCOM asking for the status and reason for delay. The PIO must reply within 30 days under Section 7(1). See RTI for government scheme delays for a detailed guide.

The official toll-free helpline is 15555 for any query about your application or subsidy.

Households with a commissioned rooftop solar system receive 300 units of free electricity per month. Surplus energy exported to the grid is adjusted through net metering.

Yes. Housing cooperative societies can install rooftop solar from 3 kW to 10 kW and receive Rs. 18,000 per kW for the capacity above 3 kW.

Yes, you can apply for capacity enhancement through the portal. The subsidy applies to the enhanced capacity according to the prevailing slabs.

If the PIO does not reply within 30 days, file a first appeal under Section 19(1). If the first appellate authority also does not help, file a second appeal with the State Information Commission. See how to file a second appeal.

• National Portal for Rooftop Solar, pmsuryaghar.gov.in
• Consumer login and status tracking
• MNRE Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Programme
• Ministry of New and Renewable Energy — Home
• National Portal for Rooftop Solar (solarrooftop.gov.in)
• Ministry of Power, Government of India
• PM Surya Ghar Central Subsidy slabs (Delhi government)
• Central RTI Online Portal

• How to file an RTI application
• The RTI Act 2005 complete guide
• How to file a first appeal under Section 19
• First appeal under Section 19 — detailed guide
• How to file a second appeal with CIC/SIC
• RTI for government scheme delays
• Subsidy status RTI — overview
• How to check LPG subsidy status
• PM-Kisan status check
• PMAY subsidy status check
• e-Shram card status check
• Electricity complaint RTI
• Electricity connection delay CGRF
• Check DBT-linked Aadhaar seeding status
• PFMS payment status check
• How to file RTI online in India
• RTI fees by state
• State RTI portals directory
• What information can RTI get
• How to identify fake PM scheme scams

See also: PM Surya Ghar subsidy for housing societies and RWAs.