Solar Subsidy in Uttarakhand
Central PM Surya Ghar subsidy (₹30,000–₹78,000) applies in Uttarakhand.
Eligibility Criteria
- Residential property owners in Uttarakhand
- Consumers with sanctioned load above 10kW are encouraged to meet 30% of their electricity needs through renewable energy
- Large complexes with loads above 100kW are required to meet common-area electricity needs through rooftop solar under applicable provisions
- Eligible rooftop solar systems must comply with applicable UREDA and electricity regulations
Additional Benefits
- Special provisions and incentives for solar installations in hilly areas
- Building bylaws exclude rooftop solar module heights up to 3 metres from applicable height calculations
- Single-window clearance process targeted within 60 days
- Uttarakhand Solar Energy Policy 2023 targets 250MW of residential solar capacity
Net Metering Policy
Net metering is permitted up to 1MW per installation under the applicable UERC Renewable Energy Regulations. Special provisions apply to solar installations in hilly areas. Uttarakhand permits net metering for eligible rooftop solar installations up to 1MW per installation under the UERC Renewable Energy Regulations 2023. The state provides special provisions for hilly areas and supports a single-window clearance process for renewable energy projects.
Electricity DISCOMs
- UPCL
Key Cities
Dehradun, Haridwar, Roorkee, Haldwani, Rudrapur, Kashipur
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why Install Solar Panels in Uttarakhand?
Uttarakhand offers significant opportunities for residential rooftop solar, particularly with the state's focus on renewable energy and special provisions for hilly areas. Under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, eligible residential consumers can receive central subsidy support based on the applicable central scheme guidelines. Uttarakhand also permits net metering for eligible solar installations up to 1MW, while its renewable energy framework provides a single-window clearance mechanism and specific provisions for installations in hilly regions. Whether you are looking for the best solar panel in Uttarakhand or comparing solar panel installation costs in Dehradun, Haridwar, Roorkee, Haldwani, Rudrapur, or other cities, Mfolks simplifies the process from consultation and system design to installation and support.