What is the total solar subsidy available in Bengaluru?

Homeowners in Bengaluru qualify for the Central PM Surya Ghar subsidy: ₹30,000 for 1 kW, ₹60,000 for 2 kW, and ₹78,000 for 3 kW and above. In addition, state-specific incentives such as UPNEDA top-up (in UP cities) or Delhi GBI (in Delhi) are credited automatically.

How much can a 5 kW solar plant save monthly in Bengaluru?

With 295 sunny days and an average tariff of ₹7.9/unit, a 5 kW system in Bengaluru generates approximately 650 to 700 units monthly, saving roughly ₹5,135 to ₹5,530 per month.

Bengaluru, KarnatakaBESCOM Grid

Rooftop Solar Subsidy & Feasibility in Bengaluru

BESCOM online rooftop interconnection portal allows fast 21-day net metering. Heavy tech corridor villa adoption in Whitefield, Sarjapur, and Indiranagar.

Solar Irradiance

5.3 kWh/m²/day

295 Sunny Days

Average Power Tariff

₹7.9 / Unit

BESCOM Slab Rate

Payback Period

3.2 Years

Fast Capital Breakeven

Central CFA Subsidy

Up to ₹78,000

Direct DBT Transfer

Calculate Solar Savings for Your Bengaluru Rooftop

Pre-calibrated for BESCOM tariffs (₹7.9/unit) and local sun hours.

Configure Your Property

Live MNRE PM Surya Ghar calculations

2026 Rules

Premises Category

State & Grid Jurisdiction

Avg Tariff: ₹7.8/unit•Sun Hours: 5 hrs/day

Electricity Consumption

Average Monthly Bill:

₹1,000₹15,000₹30,000₹50,000+

Sanctioned Electricity Load4 kW

Mentioned on your DISCOM electric bill

Shadow-Free Rooftop Area400 sq ft

~85 sq ft needed per kW capacity

Your shadow-free roof area (400 sq ft) accommodates up to 4.7 kW. Sizing adjusted accordingly.

DISCOM net metering is capped at 100% of your sanctioned load (4 kW). We recommend applying for a load enhancement or sizing up to 4 kW.

Unbiased Sizing

4.7 kWp Rooftop Solar Plant

Generates ~606 units/month • Requires 425 sq ft terrace

Capex Payback

3.1 Years

Free power thereafter

Benchmark Cost

₹2,53,800

Tier-1 DCR

Central CFA

-₹78,000

Direct DBT

State Top-Up

₹0

N/A

Net Investment

₹1,75,800

After all subsidies

Annual Savings

₹56,724 / yr

25-Yr Cumulative

₹22,04,580

Lifetime CO2 Offset

141 Tonnes

Net Capex Breakeven at Year 3.1Total Profit: ₹20,28,780

Local DISCOM Protocol

Step-by-Step BESCOM Solar Net-Metering Process

Standard turnaround timeline: 20 working days under MNRE single-window protocol.

Step 1: National Portal Application

Step 2: Technical Feasibility Approval (TFR)

BESCOM reviews distribution transformer capacity and grants approval within 7–10 days.

Step 3: Installation & Earthing

Mounting of DCR TOPCon/Mono PERC modules, inverter, and 3 chemical earth pits as per CEA standards.

Step 4: Bi-Directional Net Meter & DBT

Testing by BESCOM Junior Engineer, net-meter energisation, and automatic DBT credit within 30 days.

Priority Solar Feasibility Coverage Across Bengaluru:

PIN 560001PIN 560034PIN 560068PIN 560100PIN 560038and all municipal wards

Bengaluru Solar Advisory FAQs

Under Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited, consumers can install rooftop solar up to 100% of their sanctioned load. A bi-directional net meter is installed to record both imported and exported units. Excess generation in summer is banked on your bill to offset winter consumption.