PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in Bihar: Step-by-Step Subsidy & Net Metering Application

## Zero Electricity Bills with PM Surya Ghar Yojana in Bihar

The Government of India's flagship **PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana** has made residential solar power more affordable than ever for households in Bihar.

Under this program, residential homeowners can receive up to **₹78,000 direct subsidy** deposited straight into their bank accounts upon successful installation of a grid-tied rooftop solar system.

Subsidy Structure for Bihar Residents

| System Capacity | Central Subsidy Amount | Ideal For | |---|---|---| | **1 kW System** | ₹30,000 | Small homes (fans, LED lights, TV) | | **2 kW System** | ₹60,000 | Medium households (refrigerator, cooler, washing machine) | | **3 kW to 10 kW System** | ₹78,000 (Maximum) | Large homes with air conditioning and geysers |

Step-by-Step Application Process in Bihar

1. **National Portal Registration**: Register on the national solar portal using your electricity consumer account number from **NBPDCL** or **SBPDCL** (North/South Bihar Power Distribution Company). 2. **Technical Feasibility Approval**: The local DISCOM division conducts a digital feasibility verification based on your sanctioned load. 3. **Choosing an Approved EPC Vendor**: Select a registered and empanelled Solar EPC provider like **EKOSYS Solar** to handle structural design, Tier-1 panel supply, and installation. 4. **Physical Installation**: Solar panels, mounting structures, and on-grid inverter are installed within 3 to 5 business days. 5. **Net Meter Commissioning**: DISCOM engineers inspect the site, replace the old energy meter with a bidirectional net meter, and issue the commissioning certificate. 6. **Direct Subsidy Transfer**: Within 30 days of certificate upload, the subsidy is credited directly to your bank account.

Long-Term Financial Impact for Homeowners

A typical 3 kW solar rooftop system in Hajipur or Patna produces approximately 360 to 400 electricity units monthly. - **Monthly Grid Bill Before Solar**: ₹2,500 - ₹3,500 - **Monthly Grid Bill After Solar**: ₹0 to minimum fixed charge - **Net Investment After Subsidy**: Approx. ₹1,20,000 - ₹1,40,000 - **Total Lifetime Electricity Savings**: Over ₹10,00,000 across 25 years

Ready to Claim Your Subsidy with EKOSYS Solar?

EKOSYS Solar provides end-to-end assistance — from digital portal registration and DISCOM net meter liaisoning to professional rooftop installation and 25-year warranty protection.